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FLD2015-03011k � ��t�� ;� MEETING DATE: AGENDA ITEM: CASE: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BOARD PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT May 19, 2015 E.S. FLD2015-03011 REQUEST: Flexible Development application to permit a change of use from office to medical clinic within the O District with a height of 17.17 feet to top of flat roof, a front (south) setback of 88 feet (to building), 21.8 feet (to paving) and seven feet (to sidewalk), a front (west) setback of 54.5 feet (to building) and zero feet (to paving), a side (north) setback of 30.2 feet (to building) and 2.5 feet (to paving), a side (east) setback of 14.8 feet (to building) and 2.7 feet (to paving), and 20 parking spaces (4.5 spaces per 1,000 square feet of Gross Floor Area) in the Offce (0) District as a Comprehensive Infill Redevelopment Project pursuant to Community Development Code (CDC) Section 2-1004.A; to reduce the width of the north, east and west perimeter landscape buffers to 2.5 feet, 2.7 feet and zero feet, respectively and eliminate the required foundation plantings along the front (south) fa�ade of the building as part of a Comprehensive Landscape Program pursuant to CDC Section 3-1202.G. GENERAL DATA: Agent... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ....... Owner ... .............................. Location ... ... ... ... .. .. . . . ... ... .. . . Property Size ......................... Future Land Use Plan........... Zoning... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... . . . Adjacent Zoning......... North: South: East: West: Existing Land Use .................. Proposed Land Use ... ... ... ... .. Katie Cole, P.A., Hill Ward Henderson Gregson Enterprises, LLC 711 Belcher Road; northeast corner of Belcher Road and Druid Road 0.70 acres Residential/ Office General (R/OG) Office (0) District Commercial (C) District Office (0) and Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) Districts Office (0) District Office (0) and Medium High Density Residential (MHDR) Districts Office (vacant) Medical Clinic .� � Clear�TtaL�l Level II Flexible Development Application Review w ��" , .. . . . . . - . ANALYSIS: Site Location and Existing Conditions: The 0.70 acre subject property is located at the northeast corner of Belcher Road and Druid Road, and is zoned Office (0) District. The site is developed with a 4,405 square foot building previously used as an office and 19 parking spaces. The site is accessed via a one-way driveway from Belcher Road and a two-way driveway from Druid Road. There is also an exit only driveway at the northwest corner of the site allowing vehicles to exit onto Belcher Road through a right-turn only. The immediate vicinity is characterized by a variety of residential and non-residential uses. Located to the north are retail sales and services (funeral home) as well as retail plaza with anchor tenants Publix and Office Depot. To the south across Druid Road are detached dwellings. The adjacent property to the east is a medical clinic (dental office). To the west across Belcher Road is a retail plaza with Walmart as the anchor tenant, as well as attached dwellings. Development Proposal: The development proposal consists of changing the use of the existing building from office to medical clinic with no additional floor area o�o o ;—; � � c � � W — �� DRUID RD ACAD�My DR � N MDR N q N Z��O fn r� , n.y�Y�9'� _&1J . �F,�q,+��a �8 _rn ��i` � N . Y,$� ... .. 0 r� w proposed and minimal site development. The building fa�ade will be upgraded to a modern deslgn. Retail Plaza The new building height will be 17.17 feet to top of flat roof and 21 feet to highest architectural feature where the existing office building is 17.17 feet to flat roof. The new design of the building is intended to be consistent with the design of modern urgent care clinics. Changes to the brick building exterior include horizontal wood banding, stonework as well as tan and white stucco. The wood banding and stone work will be on the northwest and southwest corners of the building respectively and will continue onto proposed parapet walls. Attached Dwellings —w _ _ m _. -- ____.N 0' . 0 . . N 808 Detached Dwellings PLANNING &. DEVELOPMENT DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DIVISION . ' 1 � i �'' � � � JAFFA PL � � Z o � � Q W o m � snscor,� wav � � � 655 �..... .�. .._ ., .. . �3 MD� ,,1Vlti�' � � N y � b F C 7•' N i � • /- �N, • � �i N 4i..�arN__F/--._..DRUID-R- ._..._.. o a � �r :� o x �_('y '•�V N. H N ry ' � ..... V . 'V y, N. .._ . --.7AFFAAt ...__..._ .... S08,Z _. .... .... ...._--- � ro- � h �b q � .. . Fl6Q "+ h N NN N h Q-- _: _., _ ._ - ,.... �Q� .�. ��, N.. ha �` 4. '��V N-�. N N ry '��j . N�; ZONING MAP �o, � Retail Plaza � �, : N.T.S � Retail Sales Mobile and Services Home Park : Medical , . . .�_.:_ Clmic a;; _ _..__ O. N W�, R h p �: � ' h�, N N� h h: Detached t -- _ _- _ _. Dwellings ;�- _�,,, _. h N . . B�CA �''. N H��.�. HN p N � __ - �_. _� _ _: -- - . _ � ��$3 ^ ' ..... .. _�Q� �,. ��. �,. �h .,.N �: ' N EXISTING SURROUNDING USES MAP Community Development Board — May 19, 2015 FLD2015-03011 — Page 1 � C�L[tt ►7 �L�1 Level II Flexible Development Application Review PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT - DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DIVISION . � .�, ; �, .. . All three driveways that access the property will remain and provide access to the 20 code compliant off-street parking spaces. It is important to note that while the application and existing site plan reflect 21 paxking spaces, two of those spaces are currently used for the dumpster resulting in 19 parking spaces. The proposal includes an additional parking space on the north side of the building adding one code compliant space over what currently exists. This development proposal is being reviewed as a Comprehensive Infill Redevelopment Project as the proposed medical clinic use in the O District at a minimum requires a Level I(Flexible Standard Development) application and does not meet several applicable development standards, including front/side setbacks and off-street parking spaces. Special Area Plan: None Development Parameters: Floor Area Ratio (FAR�: Pursuant to the Countywide Plan Rules and CDC Section 2-1001.1, the maa�imum FAR for properties with a Future Land Use Plan (FLUP) designation of Residential/ Office General (R/OG) is 0.50. The proposed FAR is 0.14, which is consistent with Code provisions. Impervious Surface Ratio (ISR� Pursuant to the Countywide Plan Rules and CDC Section 2-1001.1, the maximum allowable ISR within the R/OG FLUP category is 0.75. The overall proposed ISR is 0.73, which, is consistent with Code provisions. Minimum Lot Area and Width: Pursuant to CDC Table 2-1004, there is no minimum required lot area or lot width for a Comprehensive Infill Redevelopment Project. However, for a point of comparison, pursuant to CDC Table 2-1003, medical clinics in the O District require a lot area of 20,000 square feet and lot width of 100 feet. The lot area of the property is 30,623 square feet and the lot width is 184 and 167 feet (along Druid Road and Belcher Road, respectively) exceeding the minimum area and width that would otherwise be required by Code. Minimum Setbacks: Pursuant to CDC Table 2-1004, there are no minimum required setbacks for a Comprehensive Infill Redevelopment Project. However, for a point of comparison, pursuant to CDC Table 2- 1003, front and side setbacks to primary structures are 35 and 20 feet, respectively. Setbacks to parking are based upon the required landscape buffers which for the front (south and west) are 15 feet, and five feet for the side (north and east). Rear setbacks do not apply to the subject site as it is a corner lot with two front and two side setbacks under the provisions of CDC Section 3- 903.D. The proposal includes a front (south) setback of 88 feet (to building), 21.8 feet (to paving) and seven feet (to sidewalk), a front (west) setback of 54.5 feet (to building) and zero feet (to paving), a side (north) setback of 30.2 feet (to building) and 2.5 feet (to paving), a side (east) setback of 14.8 feet (to building) and 2.7 feet (to paving). The proposal does not meet the minimum standards for setbacks to paving on the fronts (south and west) or sides (north and Community Development Board — May 19, 2015 FLD2015-03011 — Page 2 '_ ��1.i41 fTr�L�l Level II Flexible Develo ment PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT _ p Application Review DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DIVISION �� :�� east). As this is an existing site where only a change of use is proposed and providing increased setbacks is not practicable, staff supports the proposal. Maximum Building Hei� Pursuant to CDC Table 2-1004, there is no maximum height for a Comprehensive Infill Redevelopment Project. However, for a point of comparison, pursuant to CDC Table 2-1003, the maximum allowable height for medical clinic use is 25 feet. The new building height will be 17.17 feet to flat roof, which is consistent with the above. Minimum Off-Street Parkin�: Pursuant to CDC Table 2-1004, the minimum required parking for a Comprehensive Infill Redevelopment Project is determined by the Community Development Coordinator based on the specific use and/or ITE Manual standards. However, for a point of comparison, pursuant to CDC Table 2-1003, the minimum required parking for medical clinic is five parking spaces per 1,000 square feet of gross floor area. This would result in a requirement of 23 parking spaces for the 4,405 square foot medical clinic. The development proposal provides for 20 parking spaces (4.5 /1,000) which does not meet the above. However, a parking analysis conducted by the applicant concludes that 16 parking spaces are sufficient to meet the demand of the proposed medical clinic. Approximately 1,200 square feet of the building will be used as office and will be staffed by three employees who spend 50 percent of their shift away from the office. These employees include the manager, who spends the majority of time visiting other clinics; a director of physician services, whose primary duties are conducted in the field; and a salesperson who does personal sales visits to clients away from the office. The remainder space in the building will be used as a clinic that will staff one physician and four additional employees. The clinic expects to see fifty patients per day with an estimated four patients per hour. The clinic will utilize an online reservation system in order to manage volume and eliminate the need for patients to wait on-site. A conservative estimate of eight patients will park and wait concurrently for medical service during any given time. No additional off-street parking spaces are proposed, nor can any additional parking spaces be added given the proposed modifications to bring the parking lot into compliance with Code. Staff accepts the conclusion of the parking demand study. Mechanical Equipment: Pursuant to CDC Section 3-201.D.1, all outside mechanical equipment must be screened on all four sides so as not to be visible from public streets and/or abutting properties. Mechanical equipment exists on the north side of the building and will be screened from view by existing and proposed landscaping. Sight Visibility Trian�es: Pursuant to CDC Section 3-904.A, to minimize hazards at the proposed driveways on Belcher and Druid Roads, no structures or landscaping may be installed which will obstruct views at a level between 30 inches above grade and eight feet above grade within 20-foot sight visibility triangles. This proposal has been reviewed by the City's Traffic Engineering Department and been found to be acceptable. Shrubbery planted within the sight visibility triangles will need to be maintained to meet the Code requirements. Community Development Board — May 19, 20l 5 FLD2015-03011 — Page 3 ' li�L�T�L4� Level II Flexible Development Application Review PLANTIING& DEVELOPMENT — DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DIVISION , �i°�a., `:�. Utilities: Pursuant to CDC Section 3-912, for development that does not involve a subdivision, all utilities including individual distribution lines must be installed underground unless such undergrounding is not practicable. There are utility transmission lines along Belcher Road that are impracticable to place underground. All other utilities which serve the site shall be underground or the applicant shall provide documentation from the utility companies if undergrounding the existing overhead utility lines is impracticable. If is determined that the overhead wire on the south side of the property can be placed underground, then provisions for the undergrounding must be completed prior to the issuance of a certificate of completion in a manner acceptable to the utility companies and the City. Landscaping: Pursuant to CDC Section 3-1202.D, required perimeter buffers are based on adjacent uses andlor street types. The required landscape buffers are 15 feet (south and east — arterial and collector streets) and five feet (north and east — non-residential). In addition, Section 3-1202.E provides that interior landscaping must be provided which is equal to or greater than 10 percent of the vehicular use area. The proposed vehicular use area is 15,161 square feet requiring 1,516 square feet of interior landscaped area. Finally, Section 3-1202.E requires that all facades facing a street must include a foundation planting area of at least five feet of depth along the entire fa�ade excluding areas necessary for ingress/egress. The applicant submitted a Comprehensive Landscape Program application as a part of this development plan. No new landscape buffer areas are being created, nor is any existing landscape buffer being reduced in width. The existing front (south and west) perimeter landscape buffers are required to be 15 wide along Druid and Belcher Roads, respectively. The south buffer is 21.8 feet wide and consists of grass and shade tree. Additional accent trees and a continuous hedge are proposed. The west buffer width varies between 49.5 and zero feet for existing sidewalk. The wet buffer contains grass, shrubs and palm trees. Additional accent trees and a continuous hedge are proposed. The existing side (north and east) perimeter landscape buffers are required to be five wide. The north buffer is 2.5 feet wide and consists of a palm tree and continuous hedge. Additional accent trees and hedge plantings are proposed. The east buffer is 2.7 feet and contains a continuous hedge with no additional planting proposed as there is not adequate room. The proposal provides for Code compliant foundation plantings along the west building fa�ade facing Belcher Road. The plantings include five royal palms, tiered hedges and ground cover. Along the south building fa�ade facing Druid Road, no foundation plantings exist or are proposed due to there not being adequate area. Along the south building fa�ade there exists a sidewalk providing access from the parking stalls to the building. The proposal also includes 1,831 square feet of interior landscaping exceeding the minimum area required. The interior landscaped area includes the required number of trees and shrub coverage. Community Development Board — May 19, 2015 FLD2015-03011 — Page 4 ' li�Lit�rater Level II Flexible Develo ment PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT _ p Application Review DEVELOPMENT REV�W DIVISION `� .. .. .. � . ... ...-:i �.:.�. � .. .. � As noted, the north, east and west landscape buffer widths as well as foundation plantings along the south building facade do not meet the provisions of CDC Article 3 Division 9. The applicant has mitigated the deficiencies through the provision of landscape material in excess of the minimum otherwise required by the CDC where adequate room is available. The landscape plan includes a variety of ornamental and palm trees (crape myrtle, yaupon holly, royal palm and Indian palm), as well as shrubs (Indian hawthorn, yaupon holly and Walter's viburnum). The perimeter buffers will be planted in such a manner as to create a tiered effect along the west property line and additional planting are proposed along the south property line as much as practicable providing adequate buffers between the subject property and adjacent Belcher and Druid Road rights-of-way. The existing and proposed landscaping along the north and east property lines is acceptable to buffer the proposed medical clinic from the abutting commercial uses. The site is proposing the m�imum practical landscaping and the proposed landscaping will be a significant improvement and is supportable. Solid Waste: There is an existing dumpster located on the south side of the property. It is not currently screened. As part of this proposal the dumpster area will be screened by a solid wall white in color to match the proposed white primary exterior color of the south building fa�ade. The proposal has been found to be acceptable by the City's Solid Waste and Fire Departments. Si_gnage: There is an existing freestanding sign on the west side of the property along Belcher Road. A sign package has not yet been submitted with this application and signage, whether indicated or not, should not be considered as part of the request nor would any approval of this proposal in any way imply approval of any sign. Any forthcoming signage package must meet Code requirements. Comprehensive Plan: The proposal is supported by various Goals, Objectives and/or Policies of the City's Comprehensive Plan as follows: Future Land Use Plan Element Objective A.6.4 — Due to the built-out character of the city of Clearwater, compact urban development within the urban service area shall be promoted through application of the Clearwater Community Development Code. The proposal addresses this Objective through the use of the Comprehensive Infill Redevelopment Project as part of a Flexible Development application to redevelop a site without the requested deviations from Code would have its potential use severely limited. Community Development Code: The proposal is supported by the general purpose, intent and basic planning objectives of this Code as follows: Section 1-103.B.1. Allowing properry owners to enhance the value of their property through innovative and creative redevelopment. The property owners will make improvements to the site through the exterior renovation and upgrade of an existing vacant structure on site with enhanced architectural treatments. Community Development Board — May 19, 2015 FLD2015-03011 — Page 5 ° C1ear�T�L41 Level II Flexible Development Application Review pLarrN�rr� � nEVELOrMENr o "�'.:i.�a �r .. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DIVISION Additional landscaping is also proposed enhancing existing buffers between the subject property and adjacent rights-of-way. Furthermore, the value of the property is enhanced through the proposed new urgent care use of the property which will serve the surrounding community and City as a whole. Section 1-103.B.2. Ensuring that development and redevelopment will not have a negative impact on the value of surrounding properties and wherever practicable promoting development and redevelopment which will enhance the value of surrounding properties. Surrounding properties to the north, south, east and west have been developed with residential and a variety of non-residential uses including retail sales and services, retail plazas, medical clinic, attached dwellings and detached dwellings. The proposal includes the interior and exterior renovation of an existing vacant office building for a medical clinic (urgent care) that will serve the immediate and surrounding properties. Additional landscaping is proposed to enhance the buffering of the site. It is anticipated that the proposal will result in a positive impact on those surrounding properties. Therefore, the proposal supports this Code section. Section 1-103.B.3. Strengthening the city's economy and increasing its tax base as a whole. The property is vacant. The proposal will establish an allowable use for the site, while bringing a new service to the area and the City of Clearwater as a whole. Section 1-103.E.3. Protect and conserve the value of land throughout the ciry and the value of buildings and improvements upon the land, and minimize the conflicts among the uses of land and buildings The proposed use is not anticipated to have any conflict with the surrounding uses of land. The site has historically been used for office and the development results in the occupation of a currently vacant building that does not overshadow nearby residential properties. The proposal will establish an allowable use and improve the site. General purpose and Intent of the Commercial Zoning District (Section 2-701� The intent and purpose of the Office District is to provide the citizens of the City of Clearwater with convenient access to professional services and high quality jobs throughout the city without adversely impacting the integrity of residential neighborhoods, diminishing the scenic quality of the City of Clearwater or negatively impacting the safe and efficient movement of people and things within the City of CZeaNtvater. The proposal will provide a new use conveniently located with access to the site from Belcher and Druid Roads. The proposal includes establishing a medical clinic use within an existing building and improved site with landscaping to the maximum extent practicable. The nearby uses are residential and commercial and the use will provide urgent medical care services to the immediate and surrounding areas. Code Enforcement Analysis: There is no active Code Compliance case for the subject property. Community Development Board — May 19, 2015 FLD2015-03011 — Page 6 '_ Vit.csi 1TT�1�1 Level II Flexible Development Application Review PLANNING.@ DEVELOPMENT . �....z�... ._._.._.. � . . DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DIVISION Compliance with Standards And Criteria: The following table depicts the consistency of the development proposal with the standards for Comprehensive Infill Redevelopment Projects as per CDC Tables 2-1001.1 and 2-1004 (O District): Standard Proposed Consistent� Inconsistent Floor Area Ratio 0.50 0.14 X Impervious Surface Ratio 0.75 0.73 X Minimum Lot Area N/A 30,623 square feet X Minimum Lot Width N/A 184 feet (Druid Road) X 167 feet (Belcher Road) Minimum Setbacks (feet) Front: South: N/A 88 feet (to building) X 21 feet (to paving) 7 feet (to sidewalk) West: N/A 54.5 feet (to building) X Zero feet (to paving) Side: North: N/A 30.2 feet (to building) X 2.5 feet (to paving) East: N/A 14.8 feet (to building) X 2.7 feet (to paving) Maximum Height (feet) N/A 17.17 feet to top of flat roof X and 21 feet to highest architectural feature Minimum N/A - determined by the 20 spaces }( Off-Street Parking Community Development Coordinator based on the specific use and/or ITE Manual standards ' See analysis in StaffReport Community Development Board — May 19, 2015 FLD2015-03011 — Page 7 ' V�L[ti ►Tr�L�l Level II Flexible Development Application Review PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DIVISION Compliance with Flexibility Criteria: The following table depicts the consistency of the development proposal with the Flexibility criteria as per CDC Section 2-1004.A. (Comprehensive Infill Redevelopment Project): 1. The development or redevelopment is otherwise impractical without deviations from the use and/or development standards set forth in this zoning district. 2. The development or redevelopment will be consistent with the goals and policies of the Comprehensive Plan, as well as with the general purpose, intent and basic planning objectives of this Code, and with the intent and purpose of this zoning district. 3. The development or redevelopment will not impede the normal and orderly development and improvement of sunounding properties. 4. Adjoining properties will not suffer substantial detriment as a result of the proposed development. 5. The proposed use shall otherwise be permitted by the underlying future land use category, be compatible with adjacent land uses, will not substantially alter the essential use characteristics of the neighborhood; and shall demonstrate compliance with one or more of the following objectives: a. The proposed use is permitted in this zoning district as a minimum standard, flexible standard or flexible development use; b. The proposed use would be a significant economic contributor to the City's economic base by diversifying the local economy or by creating jobs; c. The development proposal accommodates the expansion or redevelopment of an existing economic contributor; d. The proposed use provides for the provision of affordable housing; e. The proposed use provides for development or redevelopment in an area that is characterized by other similar development and where a land use plan amendment and rezoning would result in a spot land use or zoning designation; or f. The proposed use provides for the development of a new and/or preservation of a working waterfront use. 6. Flexibility with regard to use, lot width, required setbacks, height and off-street parking aze justified based on demonstrated compliance with all of the following design objectives: a. The proposed development will not impede the normal and orderly development and improvement of the surrounding properties for uses permitted in this zoning district; b. The proposed development complies with applicable design guidelines adopted by the City; c. The design, scale and intensity of the proposed development supports the established or emerging character of an area; d. In order to form a cohesive, visually interesting and attractive appearance, the proposed development incorporates a substantial number of the following design elements: ❑ Changes in horizontal building planes; ❑ Use of architectural details such as columns, cornices, stringcourses, pilasters, porticos, balconies, railings, awnings, etc.; ❑ Variety in materials, colors and textures; ❑ Distinctive fenestration patterns; ❑ Building stepbacks; and ❑ Distinctive roofs forms. e. The proposed development provides for appropriate buffers, enhanced landscape design and appropriate distances between buildines. Community Development Board — May 19, 2015 FLD2015-03011 — Page 8 Consistent I Inconsistent � X X X X 1� ' V��.ItA t�RLLl Level II Flexible Development Application Review � � .� .., x�,�"r,' ,s;��e. . � , x.�s,. ;: , . . PLeVJN1NG & DEVELOPMENT DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DIVISION Compliance with General Applicability Standards: 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: 1. The proposed development of the land will be in harmony with the scale, bulk, 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 adjacent land and buildings or significantly impair the value thereof. 3. The proposed development will not adversely affect the health or safety of persons residing or working in the neighborhood. 4. The proposed development is designed to minimize traffic congestion. 5. The proposed development is consistent with the community character of the immediate vicinity. 6. The design of the proposed development minimizes adverse effects, including visual, acoustic and olfactorv and hours of oneration imnacts on adiacent nronerties. Consistent Inconsistent X X X X X X Compliance with Comprehensive Landscape Program Standards: The following table depicts the consistency of the development proposal with the Comprehensive Landscape Program as per CDC Section 3-1202.G: 1. Architectural theme. a. The landscaping in a comprehensive landscape program shall be designed as a part of the architectural theme of the principal buildings proposed or developed on the parcel proposed for development; or b. The design, character, location and/or materials of the landscape treatment proposed in the comprehensive landscape program shall be demonstrably more attractive than landscaping otherwise permitted on the parcel proposed for development under the minimum landscape standards 2. Lighting. Any lighting proposed as a par[ of a comprehensive landscape program is automatically controlled so that the lighting is turned off when the business is closed. 3. Community character. The landscape treatment proposed in the comprehensive landscape program will enhance the community character of the City of Clearwater. 4. Property values. The landscape treatment proposed in the comprehensive landscape program will have a beneficial impact on the value of property in the immediate vicinity of the parcel proposed for development. Consistent I Inconsistent X X X X 5. Special area or scenic corridor plan. The landscape treatment proposed in the N/A N/A comprehensive landscape program is consistent with any special area or scenic corridor plan which the City of Clearwater has prepared and adopted for the area in which the parcel nroposed for develonment is located. SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATION: The Development Review Committee (DRC) reviewed the application and supporting materials at its meeting of April 02, 2015 and deemed the development proposal to be legally sufficient, based upon the following findings of fact and conclusions of law: 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: Community Development Board — May 19, 2015 FLD2015-03011 — Page 9 '_ l�i�Lt� 1TrLtLl�1 Level II Flexible Development Application Review YLAI�'NII9G & DEVELOPIvIENT - DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DNISION . ,. �'"� 3.:� e . . . . 1. That the 0.70 acre subject property is located at the northeast corner of Belcher Road and Druid Road intersection; 2. That the site consists of a vacant one-story 4,405 square foot building previously used for office use and is located in the Office (0) District with a Residential/ Office General (R/OG) Future Land Use Plan category; 3. That the proposal is for interior and exterior renovation of the building for medical clinic with 20 off-street parking spaces; 4. That the proposal has lot widths of 184 and 167 feet (along Druid Road and Belcher Road, respectively); 5. That the building will have a height of 17.17 feet to top of flat roof; 6. That the proposal includes a front (south) setback of 88 feet (to building), 21.8 feet (to paving) and seven feet (to sidewalk), a front (west) setback of 54.5 feet (to building) and zero feet (to paving), a side (north) setback of 30.2 feet (to building) and 2.5 feet (to paving), a side (east) setback of 14.8 feet (to building) and 2.7 feet (to paving); 7. That the proposal includes a reduction to the width of the north, east and west perimeter landscape buffers to 2.5 feet, 2.7 feet and zero feet, respectively and eliminate the required foundation plantings along the front (south) fa�ade of the building; and 8. 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 General Standards for Level Two Approvals as per Section 3-914.A of the Community Development Code; 2. That the development proposal is consistent with the applicable Goals, Objectives, and Policies of the Comprehensive Plan; 3. That the development proposal is consistent with the Standards as per Table, 2-1001.1. of the Community Development Code; 4. That the development proposal is consistent with the Flexibility criteria as per Section 2- 1004.A of the Community Development Code; and 5. That the development proposal is consistent with the Flexibility criteria for a Comprehensive Landscape Program as per CDC Section 3-1202.G. Based upon the above, the Planning and Development Department recommends APPROVAL of this Flexible Development application to permit a change of use from office to medical clinic within the O District with a height of 17.17 feet to top of flat roof and 21 feet to highest architectural feature, a front (south) setback of 88 feet (to building), 21.8 feet (to paving) and seven feet (to sidewalk), a front (west) setback of 54.5 feet (to building) and zero feet (to paving), a side (north) setback of 30.2 feet (to building) and 2.5 feet (to paving), a side (east) setback of 14.8 feet (to building) and 2.7 feet (to paving), and 20 parking spaces (4.5 spaces per 1,000 square feet of Gross Floor Area) in the Office (0) District as a Comprehensive Infill Redevelopment Project pursuant to Community Development Code (CDC) Section 2-1004.A; to reduce the number of required perimeter trees from 18 trees to 16 trees, reduce the width of the north, east and west perimeter landscape buffers to 2.5 feet, 2.7 feet and 4.8 feet, respectively, reduce the area of interior landscaping from 1,831 to 1,516 square feet and eliminate the required foundation plantings along the front (south) fa�ade of the building as part of a Community Development Board - May 19, 2015 FLD2015-0301 ] - Page 10 � l��`�i�ti �7 iaL\.1 Level II Flexible Development Appiication Review � ' �'��. :� �. _�� . A<;. � „ � PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEVELOPMENT REVffiW DIVISION Comprehensive Landscape Program pursuant to CDC Section 3-1202.G., Community Development Code., subject to the following conditions: Conditions of Approval: 1. That the application for a building permit be submitted no later than May 19, 2016, unless time extensions are granted pursuant to the CDC; 2. That the final design, color, and elevations of the proposed building be consistent with the 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. conceptual design, color, and elevations submitted to, or as modified by, the CDB; That any electric and communication panels, boxes, and meters located on the exterior of the building be painted the same color as the building; That any future signage must meet the requirements of Code and be architecturally integrated with the design of the building with regard to proportion, color, material and finish as part of a final sign package submitted to and approved by Staff; That any nonconforming signage be removed or otherwise be brought into conformance with the CDC within one year of approval of this application request; That prior to the issuance of any building permit, all General Engineering, Environmental, Land Resource and Trafiic Department conditions are met; That prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, all General Engineering and Traffic Department conditions are met; That prior to the issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy, all utilities, including individual distribution lines serving this development within the right-of-way along the south property line, must be installed underground unless undergrounding is not practicable; That issuance of a development permit by the City of Clearwater does not in any way create any right on the part of an applicant to obtain a permit from a state or federal agency and does not create any liability on the part of the City for issuance of the permit if the applicant fails to obtain requisite approvals or fulfill the obligations imposed by a state or federal agency or undertakes actions that result in a violation of state or federal law; That all other applicable local, state and/or federal permits be obtained before commencement of the development; That prior to the issuance of any building permits, the Fire Department may require the provision of a Water Study performed by a Fire Protection Engineer in order to ensure that an adequate water supply is available and to determine if any upgrades are required by the developer due to the impact of the project. The water supply must be able to support the needs of any required fire sprinkler, standpipe and/or fire pump. If a fire pump is required, then the water supply must be able to supply 150% of its rated capacity. Prepared by Planning and Development Department Staff: Matt Jackson, Planner III ATTACHMENTS: Photographs, Resume Community Development Board — May 19, 2015 FLD2015-03011 — Page 11 View looking at the west building fagade. View looking north along iiie east s�de oi the buiieiing. View looking north from the northwest corner of the View looking east along south side of building. View looking west along the north building fagade. View looking east from the southeast corner of the pr•operty. property. 711 Belcher Road Case FLD2015-03011 Matthew Jackson 100 South Myrtle Avenue Clearwater, Florida 33756 (727) 562-4504 matthew.jackson a(�,mvclearwater.com PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE ❑ Planner III February 2013 to present City of Clearwater, Clearwater, Florida Duties include performing the technical review and preparation of staff reports for various land development applications, the organization of data and its display in order to track information and provide status reports, and making presentations to various City Boards and Committees. ❑ Planner II City of Clearwater, Clearwater, Florida May 2011 to February 2013 October 2008 to June 2010 Regulate growth and development of the City in accordance with land resource ordinances and regulations related to community development. Landscape plan review including: conceptual, and variance. Reviews and analyzes site plans and conducts field studies to determine the integrity of development plans and their compatibility with surroundings. Interdepartmental and zoning assistance. Respond as a City representative to citizens, City officials, and businesses concerning ordinances and regulations. Make recommendations and presentations at staff level at various review committees, boards, and meetings. ❑ Planner I Calvin-Giordano and Associates, Fort Lauderdale, Florida May 2005 to December 2007 Project manager for various development applications such as plat, site plan, rezoning and variances. In-depth government agency, in-house and client coordination to ensure that the projects maintained submittal schedules stayed within budget constraints and attained approval. Schedule and ]ead project kick-off ineetings, ensure municipal project conditions were resolved, produce supporting documents and make site visits as well. Research and prepare due diligence reports including subject matter such as zoning, land uses, densities, available public utilities and land development costs. Member of emergency mitigation committee formed to prepare and mitigate for natural or man-made disasters affecting Calvin; Giordano and Associates and local municipalities. ❑ Manager Church S`treet Entertainment, Orlando, Florida September 1999 to February 2004 Supervised and managed daytime and nighttime operations of a bar and nightclub entertainment complex including 100+ staff. Conducted hiring and training operations including security and inventory control. Managed and reconciled nightly gross revenues as well as preparing and delivering deposits. Assisted in taking inventory and preparing weekly inventary orders, marketing and special events. ❑ Linguist LIS Army, Fort Campbell, KY October 1991 to October 1995 Maintain fluency in the Arabic language and knowledge of customs and culture as well as military readiness for possible deployments or training operations. Co-managed intelligence gathering operation in Haiti including coordination between multiple Special Forces units and civilian authorities. Interpreter between U.S. and Egyptian soldiers during training exercises. Liaison between Special Forces battalions to coordinate certification training. EDUCATION ❑ Master of Arts, Urban and Regional Planning, Florida Atlantic University, 2007 o Bachelor of Arts, Urban and Regional Planning, Rollins College, 2004 , ° l�a�rwater �� J Planning & Development Department Flexible Development Application Attached Dwellings, Mixed-Uses or Non-Residential Uses IT IS INCUMBENT UPON THE APPLICANT TO SUBMIT COMPLETE AND CORRECT INFORMATION. ANY MISLEADING, DECEPTIVE, INCOMPLETE OR INCORRECT INFORMATION MAY INVALIDATE YOUR APPLICATION. ALL APPLICATIONS ARE TO BE FILLED OUT COMPLETELY AND CORRECTLY, AND SUBMITTED IN PERSON (NO FAX OR DELIVERIES) TO THE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT BY NOON ON THE SCHEDULED DEADLINE DATE. A TOTAL OF 11 COMPLETE SETS Of PLANS AND APPLICATION MATERIALS (1 ORIGINAL AND 10 COPIES) AS REQUIRED WiTHIN ARE TO BE SUBMITTED FOR REVIEW BY THE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE. SUBSEQUENT SUBMITTAL FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BOARD WILL REQUIRE 15 COMPLETE SETS OF PLANS AND APPLICATION MATERIALS (1 ORIGINAL AND 14 COPIES). PLANS AND APPLICATIONS ARE REQUIRED TO BE COLLATED, STAPLED AND FOLDED INTO SETS. THE APPLICANT, BY FILING THIS APPLICATION, AGREES TO COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE. FIRE DEPT PRELIMARY SITE PLAN REVIEW FEE: $ZOO APPLICATION fEE: �1,� PROPERTY OWNER (PER DEED): �RECSON ENTERPRZSES, LLc MAILING ADDRESS: lo9so sPRZrr� sT, LARCO FL ss��4-4sz� PHONE NUMBER: ��z�) �o9-2i2i EMAIL: timgregson22@qmail.com AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE: xill ward xenderson MAILING ADDRESS: 311 Park Place Bl�d PHONE NUMBER: Clearwater, FL 33759 EMAII: Katie.cole@hwhlaw.com ADDRESS OF SUBJECT PROPERTY: 711 sooTx BELCxER ROAC, cLeARwATER, FL 33�E9 PARCEL NUMBER(S): 1a-29-i6-00000-s2o-o900 LEGAL DESCRIPTION: sEE ExxzazT ^A^ PROPOSED USE(S): ME°ICaL cLZNZc DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST: sEE ExxzBZT ^B^ Specifically identify the request (include all requested code flexibility; e.g., reduction in required number of parking spaces, height, setbacks, lot size, lot width, specific use, etc.J: Planning 8 Development Department, 100 S. Myrtle Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33756, Tel: 727-562-4567; Fax: 727-562-4865 Page 7 of 8 Revised 01/12 u ��= � earwater _ ,�,,. � Planning & Development Department Flexible Development Application Data Sheet PLEASE ENSURE THAT THE FOLIOWING INFORMATION IS FILLED OUT, IN ITS ENTIRETY. FAILURE TO COMPLETE THIS FORM WILL RESULT IN YOUR APPLICATION BEING FOUND INCOMPLETE AND POSSIBLY DEFERRED UNTIL THE FOLLOWING APPLICATION CYCLE. ZONING DISTRICT: FUTURE LANQ USE PLAN DESIGNATION: OFFICE "0", OPEN SPACE/RECREATION "OS/R" RESIDENTIAL/OFFICE GENERAL EXISTING USE (currently existing on site): �ENE�L oFFZCE PROPOSED USE (new use, if any; plus existing, if to remain): MEDICAL cLZrrzc SITE AREA: 30, 623 sq.ft. o.�o GROSS FLOOR AREA (total square footage of all buildings): Existing: 4, 4os sq. ft. Proposed: 4,qos sq.ft. Maximum Allowable: ls, 31z sq. ft. acres GROSS FLOOR AREA (total square footage devoted to each use, if there will be multiple uses): FIfStUSQ: 4,405 Sq ft MEDICAL CLINIC Second use: N�A sq. ft. Third use: N�A sq. ft. FLOOR AREA RATIO (total square footage of all buildings divided by the total square footage of entire site�: Existing: o .144 Proposed: 0.144 MaximumAllowable: 0.50 BUILDING COVERAGE/FOOTPRINT (15t floor square footage of all buildings): Existing: 4, 4os sq. ft. ( 14. 4 / of site) Proposed: 4, 4os sq. ft. ( 19 • 4 % of site) Maximum Permitted: ls, 312 sq. ft. ( 50 % of site) GREEN $PACE WITHIN VEHICULAR USE AREA (green space within the parking lot and interior of site; not perimeter buffer): Existing: l, 49� sq. ft. ( y• 6 % of site) Proposed: 1, 44� sq. ft. ( 9. 6 %of site) VEHICULAR USE AREA (parking spaces, drive aisles, loading area): Existing: ls, 039 Sq ft � 49.1 Proposed: 15,039 sq.ft. ( 49.1 % of sitej % of site) Planning & Development Department, 100 S. Myrtle Avenue, Clearweter, FL 33756, Tel: 727-562-4567; Fax: 727-562-4865 Page 2 of 8 Revised 01/12 IMPERVIOUS SURFACE RATIO (total square footage of impervious areas divided by the total square footage of entire site): Existing: o . �3 Proposed: 0.�3 Maximum Permitted: � • 75 DENSITY (units, rooms or beds per acre): Existing: N/A Proposed: NiA Maximum Permitted: N/A OFF-STREET PARKING: Existing: 21 Proposed: ,�(j Minimum Required: 23 BUILDING HEIGHT: Existing: Proposed: Maximum Permitted: 17'-2" to roof df 21' to arch. feature 30-SOFT WHAT IS THE ESTIMATED TOTAL VALUE OF THE PROJECT UPON COMPLETION? $ y�j O� ZONING DISTRICTS FOR ALL ADJACENT PROPERTY: North: � SOUtII: DRUID ROAD East: ° WeSt: S . BELCHER STATE OF FLORIDA, COUNTY OF PINELLAS I, the undersigned, acknowledge that all Sworn to nd subscribed before me this day of representations rnade in this application are true and ��-�� 2o/,S'- . to me and/or by accurate to the best of my knowledge and authorize �.� — — City representatives to visit ,,and photograph the l/�1 ��6SC�rt/ , who' personally known h property described in this appTic�tion. _ , ,% produced as identification. , °� ,�s� �'_-��!" Signafure of repres Notary public, My commission expires: ,,,,��,,,, — � RY `� AUSA FRANZ . p1P (ie�^� = r.� ."�: Notary Pubtic • State of Ftorida ., �. ;N, �P; My Comm EMpires Jun 26, 2017 'y;��F �`��° Commission # FF 031337 ' -,�,��;,,,. Plannfng & Development Department, 100 S. Myrtle Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33756, Tel: 727-562-4567; Fax: 727-562-4865 Page 3 of 8 Revised 01/12 ° C earwater �, Planning & Development Department Flexible Development Application Site Plan Submittal Packa�e Check list IN ADDITION TO THE COMPLETED FLEXIBLE DEVELOPMENT (FLD) APPLICATION, ALL FLD APPLICATIONS SHALL INCLUDE A SITE PLAN SUBMITTAL PACKAGE THAT INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION AND/OR PLANS: � Responses to the flexibility criteria for the specific use(s) being requested as set forth in the Zoning District(sj in which the subject property is located. The attached Flexible Development Application Flexibility Criteria sheet shall be used to provide these responses. �► Responses to the General Applicability criteria set forth in Section 3-914.A. The attached Flexible Development Application General Applicability Criteria sheet shall be used to provide these responses. jx A signed and sealed survey of the property prepared by a registered land surveyor including the location of the property, dimensions, acreage, location of all current structures/improvements, location of all public and private easements including official records book and page numbers and street right(s)-of-way within and adjacent to the site. ❑ If the application would result in the removal or relocation of mobile home owners residing in a mobile home park as provided in F.S. § 723.083, the application must provide that information required by Section 4-202.A.5. ❑ If this application is being submitted for the purpose of a boatlift, catwalk, davit, dock, marina, pier, seawall or other similar marine structure, then the application must provide detailed plans and specifications prepared by a Florida professional engineer, bearing the seal and signature of the engineer, except signed and sealed plans shall not be required for the repair or replacement of decking, stringers, railing, lower landings, tie piles, or the patching or reinforcing of existing piling on private and commercial docks. j� A site plan prepared by a prafessional architect, engineer or landscape architect drawn to a minimum scale of one inch equals SO feet on a sheet size not to exceed 24 inches by 36 inches that inctudes the following information: � Index sheet of the same size shall be included with individual sheet numbers referenced thereon. �i North arrow, scale, location map and date prepared. ❑ Identification of the boundaries of phases, if development is proposed to be constructed in phases. Location of the Coastal Construction Control Line (CCCL), whether the property is located within a Special Flood Hazard Area, and the Base Flood Elevation (BFE) of the property, as applicable. � Location, footprint and size of all existing and proposed buildings and structures on the site. �' Location and dimensions of vehicular and pedestrian circulation systems, both on-site and off-site, with proposed points of access. � Location of all existing and proposed sidewalks, curbs, water lines, sanitary sewer lines, storm drains, fire hydrants and seawalls and any proposed utility easements. ❑ Location of onsite and offsite stormwater management facilities as well as a narrative describing ihe proposed stormwater control plan including calculations. Additional data necessary to demonstrate compliance with the City of Clearwater Storm Drainage Design Criteria manual may be required at time of building construction permit. � Location of solid waste collection facilities, required screening and provisions for accessibility for collection. � Location of off-street loading area, if required by Section 3-1406. � All adjacent right(s)-of-way, with indication of centerline and width, paved width, existing median cuts and intersections and bus shelters. � Dimensions of existing and proposed lot lines, streets, drives, building lines, setbacks, structural overhangs and building separations. j� Building or structure elevation drawings that depict the proposed building height and building materials. Planning & Development Department, 100 S. Myrtle Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33756, Tel: 727-562-4567; Fax: 727-562-4865 Page 4 of 8 Revised 01/12 j� Typical floor plans, including floor plans for each floor of any parking garage. � Demolition plan. �► Identification and description of watercourses, wetlands, tree masses, specimen trees, and other environmentally sensitive areas. ❑ if a deviation from the parking standards is requested that is greater than 50% (excluding those standards where the difference between the top and bottom of the range is one parking space), then a parking demand study will need to be provided. The findings of the study will be used in determining whether or not deviations to the parking standards are approved. Please see the adopted Parking Demand Study Guidelines for further information. � A tree survey showing the location, DBH and species of all existing trees with a DBH of four inches or more, and identifying those trees proposed to be removed, if any. A tree inventory, prepared by a certified arborist, of all trees four inches DBH or more that reflects the size, canopy, and condition of such trees may be required if deemed applicable by staff. Check with staff. A Traffic Impact Study shall be required for all proposed developments if the total generated net new trips meet one or more of the following conditions: • Proposal is expected to generate 100 or more new trips in any given hour (directional trips, inbound or outbound on the abutting streets) and/or 1,000 or more new trips per day; or ■ Anticipated new trip generation degrades the level of service as adopted in the City's Comprehensive Plan to unacceptable levels; or ■ The study area contains a segment of roadway and/or intersection with five reportable accidents within a prior twelve month period, or the segment and/or intersection exists on the City's annual list of most hazardous locations, provided by the City of Clearwater Police Department; or ■ The Traffic Operations Manager or their designee deems it necessary to require such assessment in the plan review process. Examples include developments that are expected to negatively impact a constrained roadway or developments with unknown trip generation and/or other unknown factors. � A landscape plan shall be provided for any project where there is a new use or a change of use; or an existing use is improved or remodeled in a value of 25% or more of the valuation of the principal structure as reflected on the property appraiser's current records, or if an amendment is required to an existing approved site plan; or a parking lot requires additional landscaping pursuant to the provisions of Article 3, Division 14. The landscape plan shall include the following information, if not otherwise required in conjunction with the application for development approval: � Location, size, description, specifications and quantities of all existing and proposed landscape materials, including botanical and common names. i� Existing trees on-site and immediately adjacent to the site, by species, size and location, including drip line. �Interior landscape areas hatched and/or shaded and labeled and interior landscape coverage, expressed both in square feet, exclusive of perimeter landscaped strips, and as a percentage of the paved area coverage of the parking lot and vehicular use areas. � Location of existing and proposed structures and improvements, including but not limited to sidewalks, walls, fences, pools, patios, dumpster pads, pad mounted transformers, fire hydrants, overhead obstructions, curbs, water lines, sanitary sewer lines, storm drains, seawalls, utility easements, treatment of all ground surfaces, and any other features that may influence the proposed landscape. � Location of parking areas and other vehicular use areas, including parking spaces, circulation aisles, interior landscape islands and curbing. j� Drainage and retention areas, including swales, side slopes and bottom elevations. � Delineation and dimensions of alt required perimeter landscaped buffers including sight triangles, if any. Planning & Development Department, 100 S. Myrtle Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33756, Tel: 727-562-4567; Fax: 727-562-4865 Page 5 of 8 Revised 01/12 o Planning & Development Department � �l�arwater Flexible Development Application " General Applicability Criteria PROVIDE COMPLETE RESPONSES TO EACH OF THE SIX (6) GENERAL APPLICABILITY CRITERIA EXPLAINING HOW, IN DETAIL, THE CRITERION IS BEING COMPLIED WITH PER THIS DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL. 1. The proposed development of the land will be in harmony with the scale, bulk, coverage, density and character of adjacent properties in which it is located. SEE EXHISIT "C" 2. The proposed development will not hinder or discourage the appropriate development and use of adjacent land and buildings or significantly impair the value thereof. SEE EXHIBIT "C" 3. The proposed development will not adversely affect the health or safety or persons residing or working in the neighborhood of the proposed use. SEE EXHIBIT "C" 4. The proposed development is designed to minimize traffic congestion. SEE EXHIBIT "C" 5. The proposed development is consistent with the community character of the immediate vicinity of the parcel proposed for development. 'SEE EXHIBIT "C" 6. The design of the proposed development minimizes adverse effects, including visual, acoustic and olfactory and hours of operation impacts, on adjacent properties. SEE EXHIBIT "C" Planning & Development Department, 700 S. Myrtle Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33756, Tel: 727-562-4567; Fax: 727-562-4865 Page 6 of 8 Revised 01/12 o (''' j Planning & Development Department r Ul�t�rWa�er Flexible Develo ment A lication p pp � Flexibilitv Criteria PROVIDE COMPLETE RESPONSES TO THE APPLICABLE FLEXIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE SPECIFIC USE(S) BEING REQUESTED AS SET FORTH IN THE ZONING DISTRICT(S) IN WHICH THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS LOCATED. EXPLAIN HOW, IN DETAIL, EACH CRITERION IS BEING COMPLIED WITH PER THIS DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL (USE SEPARATE SHEETS AS NECESSARY). SEE EXHIBIT "D" 1. 4. 5. 8. Planning 8� Development Department, 100 S. Myrtle Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33756, Tel: 727-562-4567; Fax: 727-562-4865 Page 7 of 8 Revised 01112 �� earwater Planning & Development Department Flexible Development Application ° Affidavit to Authorize Agent/Representative 1. Provide names of all property owners on deed — PRINT fulf names: GREGSON ENTERPRISES, LLC 2. That (I am/we are) the owner(s) and record title holder(s) of the following described property: 711 S. BELCHER ROAD, CLEARWATER, FL 3. That this property constitutes the property for which a request for (describe request): CHANGE OF USE FROM OFFICE TO MEDICAL CLINIC 4. That the undersigned (has/have) appointed and (does/do) appoint: Hill Ward Henderson as (his/their) agent(s) to execute any petitions or other documents necessary to affect such petition; 5. That this affidavit has been executed to induce the City of Clearwater, Florida to consider and act on the above described property; 6. That site visits to the property are necessary by City representatives in order to process this application and the owner authorizes City representatives to visit and photograph the property described in this application; 7. That (I/we�,.#-�-vt3c�ersigned�.a�rity, hereby certify that the foregoing is true and correct. �- ,: . ,, � __. , ;i � ': _ ,.. ' r :� , ,., :' _.. 'TProp y Ow e�s"r ��—�`"- Property Owner Property Owner STATE OF FLORIDA, COUNTY OF PINELLAS Property Owner BEFORE ME THE UNDERSIGNED, AN OFFICER DULY COMMISSIONED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, ON THIS o� !� DAY OF f'7/.li,� �D�� , PERSONALLY APPEARED �" �/�'! �� S�-^f WHO HAVING BEEN FIRST DULY SWORN DEPOSED AND SAYS THAT HE/SHE FULLY UNDERSTANDS THE CONTENTS OF THE AFFIDAVIT THAT NE/SHE SIGNED. ,�`:�*" °��'�; AI.iSA fRANZ �': �'.`'� Notary ?ublic - State of Florida ;s : «�= My Comm Expires Jun 26, 2017 s�; Gamm��ss�,on �t FF 031337 � ,��;;,; Notary Seal/Stamp My Commission Expires: Public Signature Planning & Development Department, 100 S. Myrtle Avenue, Cfearwater, FL 33756, Tel: 727-562-4567; Fax: 727-562-4865 Page 8 of 8 Revlsed 01/12 EXHIBIT "A" LEGAL DESCRIPTION: (PER BOUNDARY SURVE� THE WESTERLY ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY-FIVE (185) FEET OF THE FOLLOWING DE5CRIBED TRACT: THE WEST 400 FEET OF THE SOUTH 200 FEET OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (NW 1/4) OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (SW 1/4) OF SECTION EIGHTEEN (18), TOWNSHIP TWENTY-NINE (29) SOUTH, RANGE SIXTEEN (16) EAST, PUBLIC RECORDS OF PINELLAS COUNTY, FLORIDA, LESS AND EXCEPT THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PORTION: BEGIN AT THE SOUTHWEST (SV� CORNER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (NW 1/4)�OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (SW 1/4) AS THE P.O.B., RUN ALONG THE WEST BOUNDARY OF SAID SECTION 18, N00°09'35"W, 200 FEET; THENCE S89°54'25"E, 36.00 FEET; THENCE, PARALLEL TO SAID WEST BOUNDARY, AND 36.00 FEET THEREFROM, S 00°09'35"E,139.99 FEET; THENCE S 41°41'10"E, 36.21 FEET; THENCE, PARALLEL TO THE SOUTH BOUNDARY OF THE SAID NORTHWEST QUARTER (NW 1/4) OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (SW 1/4) AND 33.00 FEET THEREFROM, S89°54'25"E, 340.13 FEET; THENCE S00°09'35"W, 33.00 FEET TO THE SOUTH BOUNDARY OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER; THENCE, BY THE SAME N89°54'25"W, 400 FEET TO P.O.B. EXHIBIT "B" TO FLEXIBLE DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION FOR COMPREHENSIVE INFILL REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT Description of Request: The subject property is located at 711 S. Belcher Ave. The applicant proposes change the use of the Building (4,405 s� from a General Office to a new Medical Clinic. There are minimal changes proposed to the site and parking for the clinic will take place in the existing onsite and parking lot. The applicant intends to update the existing building and renovate it for the proposed use. The Medical Clinic use is a permitted use in the Office category; however, the existing conditions of the property require the approval of a Comprehensive Infill Redevelopment project. The Property is located in a commercial corridor which includes a variety of uses between Gulf to Bay Blvd. and Druid Road on the east side of Belcher Road. The subject Property, located at the northeast corner of Druid and Belcher Road, provides a transition to the residential areas to the south of Druid Road. The northeast corner has traditionally served as a commercial, office, and medical use. The proposed urgent care clinic will provide medical services to the residential areas in the vicinity of the Property. Specifically, the Applicant requests: Flexible Development approval of a Comprehensive Infill Redevelopment Project to permit the Change of Use in the Office (0) District, consistent with section 2-1004(A), specifically including: a. Lot area of 30,623 sq. ft; b. Lot width of 167 ft.; c. Building Height of 21 ft.; d. Front (west) setback of 4.8 ft to pavement and 54.5 ft. to building; e. Front (south) setback of 21.8 ft to pavement and 88.0 ft. to building; f. Side (east) setback of 2.7 ft. to pavement and 14.8 ft. to building; g. Side (north) setback of 2.5 ft. to pavement and 30.2 ft. to building; h. 20 parking spaces (including 2 handicapped spaces) i. And, a one-year development order. Together with this application, the applicant is submitting a Comprehensive Landscape Application specifically including: j. Front (west) landscape buffer to vary between 4.8ft to 15ft (where 15ft is required) k. Front (south) landscape buffer of 21.9ft (where 15ft is required) 1. Side (east) landscape buffer to vary between 2.7ft to 3.3ft. (where Sft is required) m. Side (north) landscape buffer of 2.Sft (where Sft is required) n. Front (south) foundation landscaping of 0.0' (where Sft is required) o. Side (North) foundation landscaping of 14ft (where O.Oft is required) p. 16 perimeter shade trees are required and 18 are being provided q. 1,516sf of green space is required in the vehicular use area, 1,831 sf is being provided. EXHIBIT "C" - GENERAL APPLICABILITY CRITERIA: 1) The proposed development of the land will be in harmony with the scale, bulk, coverage, density and character of adjacent properties in which it is located. The building currently exists and has operated as professional offices for numerous years. The proposed exterior improvements are limited to the building fa�ade and upgrades to the parking and landscaping. The building, as it exists, is in harmony with the scale, bulk, coverage, density and character with the adjacent developed properties. Adjacent to the property are other retaiUoffice properties and to the north on Belcher Road continues the commerciaUretail area on both sides of Belcher Road. Immediately across Belcher Road is a new apartment complex that will be served by the proposed urgent care clinic. 2) The proposed development will not hinder or discourage the appropriate development and use of adjacent land and buildings or significantly impair the value thereof. The Property is already developed with the existing building which will be upgraded to reflect the proposed use of a medical clinic to serve the area residents, including the new apartments constructed across Belcher Road. The immediate properties on the corner and moving north is currently developed with offices, retail, medical services, and commercial activities. 3) The proposed development will not adversely affect the health or safety of persons residing or working in the neighborhood of the proposed use. The proposed change of use will be positive for the surrounding neighborhood as it will bring medical services to the area residents. The actual building will not adversely impact health and safety as the building generally complies with Flexible Development standards but for parking and setbacks to pavement. There is an existing office building at this location. 4) The proposed development is designed to minimize traffic congestion. The current office building currently serves as a collection of general professional offices. The goal of this project is to change the use to operate an urgent care clinic to serve the surrounding community. The existing building currently has multiple existing driveway entrances and the traffic circulation is proposed to remain as it currently exists. Wlule Belcher Road is somewhat congested in this area, new developments on the west side of Belcher Road and those accesses have helped to maintain traffic circulation on Belcher and Druid. On site, the traffic will properly circulate around the building, as it has for several years since the construction of the existing building. 5) The proposed development is consistent with the community character of the immediate vicinity of the parcel proposed for development. The office building currently exists and has been operating as such for numerous years. The proposed improvements to the building fa�ade will be an improvement to the area. The site is bordered by commercial and office uses and it is consistent with the character in this area. 6) The design of the proposed development minimizes adverse effects, including visual, acoustic and olfactory and hours of operation impacts on adjacent properties. The proposed change of use from office to medical clinic would not cause any adverse effects. The medical clinic would be contained inside the building and not cause any negative visual, acoustic or olfactory affects. The hours of operation would most likely be equivalent to the hours that the existing office building operates. EXHIBIT "D" COMPREHENSIVE INFILL REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT CRITERIA: 1. The development or redevelopment is otherwise impractical without deviations from the use and/or development standards set forth in this zoning district. The proposed deviations from minimum standard development standards, which are discussed in detail below, are necessary and minimal deviations to Code without which the project would not be feasible at this location. The Change of Use will not significantly modify the structure. Building Setbacks/Landscape Buffers The building and site currently exist and it is not practical to increase the landscape buffers, relocate parking areas, or move the existing building. There is landscaping on the site and it is proposed to be further enhanced through the Comprehensive Landscape Application. Parkin� Parking currently exists on the site. There are 21 spaces currently on the site. It is necessary to construct a dumpster enclosure to meet code requirement. This will require the loss of 1 parking space. The code requires 23 spaces and 20 spaces are being provided. A"Parking Reduction Justification" report is being provided as part of this application. 2. The development or redevelopment will be consistent with the goals and policies of the Comprehensive Plan, as well as with the general purpose, intent and basic planning objectives of this Code, and with the intent and purpose of this zoning district. A Medical Clinic is allowed in the Office (0) Zoning District. The site is fully developed and operating in accordance with this zoning district as Office. The Change of Use requires the Flexible Development Review due to the previously listed items which cannot be met due to existing conditions. The proposed development is consistent with many goals and policies of the Comprehensive Plan. The policy, A.6.2 states that The City of Clearwater shall continue to support innovative planned development and mixed land use development techniques in order to promote infill development that is consistent and compatible with the surrounding environment. This proposed use is an economic contributor. The proposed project will generate new jobs in the City of Clearwater which will include professional services and will provide necessary and vital services to the residents. 3. The development or redevelopment will not impede the normal and orderly development and improvement of surrounding properties. The proposed project is compatible with the neighborhood, as is more particularly discussed in General Applicability Criteria 1 and Comprehensive Infill Criteria 4 below, and will not impede other development. This application represents the change of use to a permitted use for an existing, non- conforming structure. 4. Adjoining properties will not suffer substantial detriment as a result of the proposed development. The existing development has operated in harmony with the other adjoin properties for years. The proposed development will in no way affect the adjoining properties. 5. The proposed use shall otherwise be permitted by the underlying future land use category, be compatible with adjacent land uses, will not substantially alter the essential use characteristics of the neighborhood; and shall demonstrate compliance with one or more of the following objectives: a. The proposed use is permitted in this zoning district as a minimum standard, flexible standard or flexible development use; b. The proposed use would be a significant economic contributor to the City's economic base by diversifying the local economy or by creating jobs; c. The development proposal accommodates the expansion or redevelopment of an ea�isting economic contributor; d. The proposed use provides for the provision of affordable housing; e. The proposed use provides for development or redevelopment in an area that is characterized by other similar development and where a land use plan amendment and rezoning would result in a spot land use or zoning designation; or f. The proposed use provides for the development of a new, and/or preservation of a working waterfront use. A Medical Clinic is permitted by the "Office" land use. This Change of Use will be a significant economic contributor to the City and upgrade a building which was developed several yeaxs ago. The proposed project will generate new jobs in the City of Clearwater which will include professional services. The services that will be provided as part of this project are necessary and important to the City of Clearwater. The location of the Property is in an area that has been redeveloped in recent years through the redevelopment of a mobile home park located on the east side of Belcher Road adjacent to this property with a retail and apartment mixed use development. The proposed urgent care facility will support the new apartment community as well as the existing neighborhoods. 6. Flea�ibility with regard to use, lot width, required setbacks, height, and off- street parking are justified based on demonstrated compliance with all of the following design objectives: a. The proposed development will not impede the normal and orderly development and improvement of the surrounding properties for uses permitted in this zoning district. Flexibility is not being requested for lot width. The proposed use is a use permitted in the Office zoning district without this approval. The building and parking lot currently exist and the site is constrained and will require flexibility to setbacks, height and off street parking. Surrounding properties to the west, east and north are already developed. b. The proposed development complies with applicable design guidelines adopted by the City. The proposed project is an existing building and this request is for a change of use to a permitted use in the Office category. The use is proposed to be changed to a Medical Clinic, which is allowable in the Office (0) zoning district. There are no applicable design guidelines in the Office District. c. The design, scale and intensity of the proposed development supports the established or emerging character of an area; The commercial development of the surrounding area is existing. The use is proposed to be changed to a Medical Clinic, which is allowable in the Office (0) zoning district. The character is established as a commercial corridor with additional multifamily residential recently developed immediately to the west of the property. d. In order to form a cohesive, visually interesting and attractive appearance, the proposed development incorporates a substantial number of the following design elements: • Changes in horizontal building planes; • Use of architectural details such as columns, cornices, stringcourses, pilasters, porticos, balconies, railings, awnings, etc.; • Variety in materials, colors and textures; • Distinctive fenestration patterns; • Building stepbacks; and • Distinctive roofs forms. The proposed improvements to the fa�ade of the building provide for an attractive and updated look for the building and incorporate all of the aforementioned items as is shown on the building elevations included in this application. e. The proposed development provides for appropriate buffers, enhanced landscape design and appropriate distances between buildings. The existing/proposed development provides for appropriate buffers to the greatest extent possible. The comprehensive landscape program is being utilized to provide enhanced landscape design. � � � earwater U Planning & Development Department Comprehensive Landscaping Application IT IS INCUMBENT UPON THE APPLICANT TO SUBMIT COMPLETE AND CORRECT INFORMATION. ANY MISLEADING, DECEPTIVE, INCOMPLETE OR INCORRECT INFORMATION MAY INVALIDATE YOUR APPLICATION. ALL APPLICATIONS ARE TO BE FILLED OUT COMPLETELY AND CORRECTLY, ANO SUBMITTED IN PERSON (NO FAX OR DELIVERIES) TO THE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT BY NOON ON THE SCHEDULED DEADLINE DATE. A TOTAL OF il COMPLETE SETS OF PLANS AND APPLICATION MATERIALS (1 ORIGINAL AND 10 COPIES) AS REQUIRED WITHIN ARE TO BE SUBMITTED FOR REVIEW BY THE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE. SUBSEQUENT SUBMITTAL FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BOARD, IF NECESSARY, WILL REQUIRE 15 COMPLETE SETS OF PLANS AND APPLICATION MATERIALS (1 ORIGINAL AND 14 COPIES). PLANS AND APPLICATIONS ARE REQUIRED TO BE COLLATED, STAPLED AND FOLDED INTO SETS. THE APPLICANT, BY FILING THIS APPLICATION, AGREES TO COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE. PROPERTY OWNER (PER DEED): GREGSON ENTERPRISES, LLC MAILING ADDRESS: 10930 SPRING STREET, LARGO, FL CLEARWATER FL 33774-4327 PHONE NUP�BER: EMAI L: AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE: MAILING ADDRESS: PHONE NUMBER: EMAIL: ADDRESS OF SUBJECT PROPERTY: 711 SOUTH BELCHER ROAD, CLEARWATER FL 33764 DESCRIPTION OF REqUEST: SEE EXHIBIT "B" Speci�cally identify the request (include all requested code flexibility,• e.g., reduction rn required number of parking spaces, height setbacks, lot size, lot width, specific use, etc.): STATE OF FLORIDA, COUNTY OF PINELLAS I, the undersigned, acknowledge that all Sworn to and subscribed before me this �� day of �epresentations made in this application are true and �v�,� /j— to me and or b accurate to the best of my knowledge and authorize ��—'�—� —��-- � Y City representatives to visit and photograph the liiyr �iC �G f� who ' onally known s property described in thi a ication. roduced �—� p as identification. ��,��,,, p� PL �i Signature of prope ner or representative Not ry public, � ?2: ."? Natary Public - State ot fforid� ;�` �P: My Comm Ezpires Jun 26, 201 My commission expires: ;�� p�: Planning & Development Department, 100 S. Myrtle Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33756, Tel: 727-562-4567; Fax: 727-562-4865 Page 1 of 2 Revised 01/12 LL ° � earwater U Planning & Development Department Comprehensive Landscaping Application Flexibility Criteria PROVIDE COMPLETE RESPONSES TO EACH OF THE FIVE (5) FLEXIBILITY CRITERIA EXPLAINING HOW, IN DETAIL, THE CRITERION IS BEING COMPUED WITH PER THIS COMPREHENSIVE LANOSCAPING PROPOSAL. 1. Architectural Theme: a. The landscaping in a Comprehensive Landscaping program shall be designed as a part of the architectural theme of the principal buildings proposed or developed on the parcel proposed for the development. The existina land�a�ing on the site is verv attractivP This existing theme will be exr�anded and will allow for visibility of the building while enhancing the aesthetics of the site. OR b. The design, character, location and/or materials of the landscape treatment proposed in the Comprehensive Landscaping program shall be demonstrably more attractive than landscaping otherwise permitted on the parcel proposed for development under the minimum landscape standards. 2. Lighting. Any lighting proposed as a part of a Comprehensive Landscaping program is automatically controlled so that the lighting is turned off when the business is closed. This is noted and will be adhered to. 3. Community Character. The landscape treatment proposed in the Comprehensive Landscape Program will enhance the community character of the City of Clearwater. The landscaping provides aesthetically pleasing views and utilizes plant material which are conducive to the commercial environment. 4. Property Values. The landscape treatment proposed in the Comprehensive Landscaping program will have a beneficial impact on the value of the property in the immediate vicinity of the parcel proposed for development. The proposed landscaping is consistent with the general theme of the area and will have a positive and beneficial impact on the surrounding properties. 5. Special Area or Scenic Corridor Plan. The landscape treatment proposed in the Comprehensive Landscape Program is consistent with any special area or scenic corridor. plan which the City of Clearwater has prepared and adopted for the area in which the parcel proposed for development is located. This site is not part of a"special area or scenic corridor" however it is appropriate for this commercial area Planning & Development Department, 100 S. Myrtle Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33756, Tel: 727-562-4567; Fax: 727-562-4865 Page 2 of 2 Revtsed 01/12 . _ , City of Clearwater Response to Comments — Baycare Urgent Care FLD2015-03011 - 711 BELCHER RD 3/12/2015 General Conditions: If the proposed project necessitates infrastructure modifications to satisfy the site-specific water capacity and pressure requirements and/or wastewater capacity requirements, the modifications shall be completed by the applicant and at their expense. If underground water mains and hydrants are to be installed, the installation shall be completed and in service prior to construction in accordance with Fire Department requirements. Response: Acknowledged. A Fire Hydrant Assembly is now proposed per the Fire Marshal Requirements. See Sheet 3. Sheets 2 and 3 were reviewed for General Engineering criteria. The additional details provided in the plan set may have been necessary for other departmental reviews to provide flexible development approval. Construction details shall be reviewed more thoroughly prior to receipt of the building permit. Response: Acknowledged. DRC review is a forthcoming upon DOCUMENT. prerequisite for Building Permit review. Additional comments may be submittal of a Building Permit Application. **SEE PAGE 23 ON Response: Acknowledged. Engineering Review 3/12/2015 Prior to issuance of Building Permit: Please provide information on the staging area and route for the construction materials and equipment. **SEE PAGE 25 ON DOCUMENT. Response: Construction vehicles will enter and exit from existing access points. It is not anticipated major construction equipment is necessary for this limited renovation of an existing structure. Building construction plans will include a note as to the staging area and route. Engineering Review 3/12/2015 Prior to Building Permit: Please apply for a right-of-way permit for any work within Druid Road right-of-way. The form can be found online at: <http://myclearwater.com/gov/depts/pwa/engin/FormsApp lications.asp> **SEE PAGE 25 ON DOCUMENT. Response: Acknowledged. Engineering Review 3/12/2015 Prior to Building Permit: As per Community Development Code Section 3-1907B, SidewalksBicycle paths and City Construction Standard Index No. 109 for Sidewalks, Applicant shall bring all sub-standard sidewalks and sidewalk ramps adjacent to or a part of the project up to standard, including A.D.A. standards (raised detectable tactile surfaces or truncated domes per most recent FDOT Indexes #304 and 310). **SEE PAGE 25 ON DOCUMENT. Response: A note has been added to the plans. Detectable warning mats are now proposed at locations where the sidewalks meet the existing driveways. See Sheet 3. Engineering Review 3/16/2015 Prior to issuance of Certificate of Occupancy: Please provide a copy of an approved right-of-way permit from Pinellas County for any work in the county right-of-way. **SEE PAGE 25 ON DOCUMENT. Response: Acknowledged. Environmental Review 3/20/2015 General Notes: DRC review is a prerequisite for Building Permit Review; additional comments may be forthcoming upon submittal of a Building Permit Application. **SEE PAGE 2 ON DOCUMENT. Response: Acknowledged. Environmental Review 2 3/20/2015 Prior to issuance of Building Permit: Provide location of erosion control measures on plans and provide details of erosion control measures. **SEE PAGE 24 ON DOCUMENT. Response: Acknowledged. Fire Review 3/27/2015 Provide and show on the plan minimum 30 foot turning radius for emergency vehicle ingress and egress at all entrance and exits. Acknowledge PRIOR TO CDB. **SEE PAGE 25 ON DOCUMENT. Response: A turning template is now shown demonstrates a 30' turning radius for emergency vehicles to access the site from South Belcher Road. See Sheet 3. Fire Review 3/27/2015 Shall meet the requirements of NFPA 1 2012 edition chapter 18 section 18.2.3.2 Access to Building. Fire Department access road to within 50 ft of one exterior door and unobstructed width of not less than 20 feet. Please acknowledge prior to CDB. **SEE PAGE 25 ON DOCUMENT. Response: Acknowledged. The Fire Department Access is from South Belcher Road. The driveway width provides 20' of unobstructed width and is within 50' of the exterior door. Additionally, the paved area on the north side of the building provides additional fire access without having to stage on adjacent properties. Fire Review 3/27/2015 Please show location of dumpster to meet the requirements of NFPA 1 2012 edition chapter 19.2.1.4 Rubbish within Dumpsters. Provide details. Please acknowledge prior to CDB. **SEE PAGE 25 ON DOCUMENT. Response: Dumpster location has been revised. See Sheet 3. Land Resource Review 3/25/2015 Prior to Building Permit; 3 1. Please revise your landscape plan to include other Accent trees not just Crape Myrtles. Please select other Accent trees to use. **SEE PAGE 26 ON DOCUMENT. Response: Acknowledged. Landscape Plan has been revised. See Sheet 4. Land Resource Review 3/25/2015 Prior to building permit: Please hire an ISA certified Arborist to correct the improper pruning that has been done to this Camphor tree throughout the years. There are numerous stub cuts, large pieces of dead wood, and old landscape lighting that has been left in the tree. Please correct these issues prior to Building Permit. **SEE PAGE 26 ON DOCUMENT. Response: Acknowledged. The services of an arborist will be retained prior to BCP to address any modifications necessary to the Camphor tree. Land Resource Review 3/25/2015 General Comment: The Palm shown to be removed does not meet the size minimum to need a tree removal permit in the City of Clearwater. **SEE PAGE 26 ON DOCUMENT. Response: Acknowledged. Land Resource Review 3/25/2015 General Comment: DRC review is a prerequisite for Building Permit Review, prior to issuance of a building permit any and all performance based erosion and sedimentation control measures must be approved by Environmental and or Stormwater Engineering, be installed properly, and inspected. **SEE PAGE 26 ON DOCUMENT. Response: Acknowledged. Planning Review 3/20/2015 Why is a two-year development order requested? This is atypical and staff does not foresee the need for more than a one-year development order. **SEE PAGE 11 ON DOCUMENT. Response: Acknowledged. The applicant will revise the request for a one-year development order. Planning Review 3/20/2015 Exhibit B, provide a narrative of all flexibility requested in the comprehensive landscape program including but not limited to the required width of landscape buffers and proposed, total amount of trees required, amount of non-shade trees, total number of trees provided, that a reduction in the total foundation plantings along the south fa�ade is requested. Also, please address the flexibility to the required landscaping per the changes to the Landscape Code adopted on February 15, 2015. **SEE PAGE 11 ON DOCUMENT. Response: A revised Exhibit B is provided. Planning Review 3/20/2015 On the site plan, show how all 50 degree parking stalls are consistent with CDC Section 3-1402.A. For example, the parking stalls immediately south of the building extend into the drive aisle and typical parking stalls must be nine feet in width. It is anticipated that the access off Belcher will need to be redesigned to accommodate Code compliant parking stalls. **SEE PAGE 22 ON DOCUMENT. Response: Parking spaces are being provided to meet standard 50 degree size/spacing and have been approved by traffic engineering. The spaces are nine feet in width. Planning Review 3/20/2015 On the site plan, the asphalt north of the existing building is not necessary. Remove and provide landscape buffer. **SEE PAGE 22 ON DOCUMENT. Response: It is impractical to remove the asphalt on the north side of the building for the proposed change of use. The building has operated as a bank, a photo studio, and general office — all with circulation around the building (to the east of the drive through) and utilizing the northern area for egress to Belcher Road. Since the internal, circulating aisle is not code- compliant in width, the applicant did not show this same traffic flow. In reality, cars utilize this area and are expected to continue to utilize the area as it currently exists. If the landscape buffer is widened, then the northern drive aisle becomes non-conforming creating additional obstacles to occupancy and use of the building. The landscape plan has been revised to provide additional trees in the existing buffer in an effort to soften the impact of this area. Planning Review 3/20/2015 On the landscape plan, pursuant to CDC Section 3-1204.D, where parking stalls are adjacent to required landscaping, provide curbing and wheel stops. **SEE PAGE 23 ON DOCUMENT. Response: Acknowledged. Wheel stops have been added on south side of the drive aisle where the parking spaces abut green space. Planning Review 3/20/2015 On the landscape plan, use a more preferred accent tree instead of Crape Myrtle. Some examples are Walter viburnum, eagleston holly, silver buttonwood and eastern redbud. **SEE PAGE 23 ON DOCUMENT. Response: Acknowledged. Landscape plan has been revised. See Sheet 4. Planning Review 3/20/2015 Pursuant to CDC Section 3-912, all utilities including individual distribution lines shall be installed underground unless undergrounding is not practicable. Staff understands that undergrounding the utility lines along Gulf to Bay is not practicable. However, add a note to the plans (Sheet 5) that all individual distribution lines will be installed underground. **SEE PAGE 24 ON DOCUMENT. Response: This application is a change of use and minimal site work is being done that would accommodate boring and burying lines. additionally, discussions with Duke Energy indicate that undergrounding is not practical on a site with limited frontage. Duke will require significant expanse along this corridor to embark on undergrounding utilities in the right of way and will not accommodate one parcel in this area. On site, while there is a power pole in the northeast corner of the property, it serves adjacent properties and therefore, undergrounding for this project is not feasible. Solid Waste Review 3/23/2015 I would like to discuss the possibilities of moving the enclosure down the eastern border of lot facing the drive-out onto Druid. Response: The dumpster location has been revised. See Sheet 3. Traffic Review 6 � 3/24/2015 Prior to Community Development Board: On sheet 3 of 5, on the southeast corner of the building, 4 parking spaces are shown on the plans (just east of the dumpster). Please correct the parking count. ""SEE PAGE 25 ON DOCUMENT. Response: The dumpster location has been modified and the parking spaces are numbered correctly. See Sheet 3. Traffic Review 3/23/2015 Prior to a Building permit: Add yellow diagonal stripes to designate no parking zone. ""SEE PAGE 25 ON DOCUMENT. Response: Acknowledged. As discussed, the no parking area adjacent to the tree will be striped white. Traffic Review 3/23/2015 Prior to a building permit: Provide marked directional pavement arrows for better internal flow for motorists. **SEE PAGE 25 ON DOCUMENT. Response: Acknowledged. This has been done. See Sheet 3. Traffic Review 3/23/2015 General Note(s): Applicant shall comply with the current Transportation Impact Fee Ordinance and fee schedule and paid prior to a Certificate of Occupancy (C.O.). The TIF amount owed to the City of Clearwater with credits is $13,298.70. Response: Further conversations with staff and additional research show a prior use as general commercial (photography studio). Therefore, the difference in the credit and the proposed medical use for the TIF amount is $12,840.58. DRC review is a prerequisite for Building Permit Review; additional comments may be forthcoming upon submittal of a Building Permit Application. **SEE PAGE 25 ON DOCUMENT. Response: Acknowledged. � �, Traffic Review 3/23/2015 Prior to building permit: Provide one-way, do not enter and stop signs where necessary per current Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) standards. **SEE PAGE 25 ON DOCUMENT. Response: Acknowledged. This has been done. See Sheet 3. PARKING REDUCTION JUSTIFICATION BAYCARE URGENT CARE 711 S. BELCHER RD. CLEARWATER, FL PRESENTED TO: CITY OF CLEARWATER FROM: DEUEL & ASSOCIATES 565 S. HERCULES AVE CLEARWATER, FL 33764 CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORIZATION NO: 26320 .E. #56728 INTRODUCTION The applicant is proposing a"change of use" of the property located at 711 S. Belcher Road from General Office to Medical Office. The redevelopment of the property is the subject of a Comprehensive Infill Redevelopment in Office "O" zoning district. This application requires an assessment of the parking characteristics of the redevelopment. The City of Clearwater has requested a detailed analysis estimating the number of parking spaces actually needed to service the various functions of the proposed medical office once the use is changed. Based on City of Clearwater Code requirements, on-site parking should include 5 spaces / 1,000 SF for a medical office and therefore the requirement is 23 parking spaces for the 4,405 SF facility. Site modifications are limited to the construction of a dumpster enclosure and landscaping. A new farade will be constructed for the building. A reduction to the number of required parking spaces is being requested. This analysis was prepared to demonstrate the actual parking demand for the proposed development and to justify the request for reduction. PARHING SUPPLY AND DEMAND The site currently contains 21 parking spaces and will be reduced to 20 with the change of use and addition of the dumpster enclosure. The proposed parking that will be provided for the 4,405 SF medical office is equivalent to 4.3 parking spaces per 1,000 SF of gross floor area. This application requests the reduction of 4 required spaces for the medical office. Although Clearwater's Land Development Code views this development as a Medical Clinic for parking calculations, the proposed facility will operate as two distinct uses as described below: Approximately 1,200 SF will be used as office and will be staffed by three (3) employees that spend 50% of their shift away from the office. These employees include the manager, who spends the majority of time visiting other clinics; a director of physician services, whose primary duties are conducted in the field; and a salesperson who does personal sales visits to clients away from the office. Approximately 3,205 SF will be used a clinic that will staff one (1) physician and four (4) additional employees. The clinic expects to see fifty patients per day with an estimated four (4) patients per hour. The clinic will utilize an on-line reservation system in order to manage volume and eliminate the need for patients to wait on-site. A conservative estimate of eight (8) patients will park and wait concurrently for medical service during any given time. Parking Demand and Su 1 Summar Table Area (SF) Calculated Re uired er Code Need MedicalOfGce 4,405 3 Staff 5 Staff 8 Patients Total CONCLUSION 23 16 Provided 20 This analysis demonstrates that the medical office's actual need is 16 spaces. 20 spaces are provided which exceeds the calculated need by 3 parking spaces. During periods of normal operation, the 16 space demand represents 84% of the proposed parking supply of 20 code- compliant spaces. As such, adequate parking will be provided for the medical office facility. Furthermore, the estimated trips generated by the proposed site are consistent with the current use and much less than the historical use (see below). 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