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06/02/1992 MINUTES PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 1992 - 1:30 PM PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE INVOCATION Members Present: Chairman Mazur, Messrs. Bickerstaffe, Carassas, Hamilton (arrived at 1:47pm), Savage, Ms. Martin Members Excused: Mr. Merriam Also present: Scott Shuford, Planning Manager Doreen Feldhaus, Recording Secretary Chairperson Mazur outlined the procedures for conditional uses and advised that anyone adversely affected by a decision of the Planning and Zoning Board, with regard to conditional uses, has two weeks from this date in which to file an appeal through the City Clerk's Office. Florida Law requires any party appealing a decision of this Board to have a record of the proceedings to support the appeal. ITEM A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approved as amended (Motion by Mr. Bickerstaffe, seconded by Mr. Carassas) minutes of May 19, 1992. Motion carried unanimously (5 to 0). B. REQUESTS FOR EXTENSION, DEFERRED AND CONTINUED ITEMS: NONE C. CONDITIONAL USES: 1. Lots 7 & 8, Blk. 15, Map of Belleair (1345 S. Ft. Harrison Avenue); DMR Corp, d/b/a Fuel Mart, Inc. CU 92-30 Request - To permit outdoor retail sales, displays, and/or storage Zoned - IL (Limited Industrial) Mr. Shuford stated the applicant expressed the desire to continue this request to have the opportunity to work with staff on the site design problems with this property. Pro: None Con: None Continued to June 16, 1992 (Motion by Mr. Bickerstaffe, seconded by Mr. Savage). Motion carried unanimously (5 to 0). 2. Lots 1 & 2, Blk. A., Barbour-Morrow Sub., (435 Mandalay Avenue); West Financial Corp. (Esther N. Zoulias/Rajans Rest.), CU 92-31 Request - To permit on-premise consumption of beer, wine and liquor Zoned - CB (Beach Commercial) Mr. Shuford gave the background of the case and submitted, in writing, the staff recommendation. Applicant Esther Zoulias, 1940 Cleveland St. stated the establishment will be operated as it has been the past 7 years and with the same staff and management. In response to questions by the Board, Ms. Zoulias stated she is experienced in restaurant work but not in management but has had experience managing motels, an apartment complex, and a beauty salon. Pro: None Con: None Approved (Motion made by Mr. Carassas, and seconded by Mr. Savage) subject to the following condition: The requisite occupational license shall be obtained within six (6) months from the date of this public hearing. Motion carried unanimously 5 to 0. 3. Part of Lot 2, Blk. A, Bayside Shores (551 Gulf Blvd.); Fisherman's Wharf of Clearwater, Inc. (Leverocks Seafood House), CU 92-32 Request - To permit on-premise consumption of beer, wine and liquor Zoned - CB (Beach Commercial) Mr. Shuford gave the background of the case and submitted, in writing, the staff recommendation. Mr. Shuford stated the applicant has been operating the restaurant for approximately 1½ years under the previous owner's license and was advised some time ago that a conditional use permit was required. Applicant George E. Lewis, 7819 4th Ave. So, St. Petersburg, FL, stated the deck is approximately 500 sq. ft. with 30 seats and that they do not serve on the deck; it serves as a waiting area only. Mr. Lewis stated that the general manager is Vanessa Parnell who has been with them for four years and has 10 years previous restaurant management experience. Pro: None Con: None Approved (Motion made by Mr. Bickerstaffe, and seconded by Ms. Martin) subject to the following condition: The requisite occupational license shall be obtained within one (1) month from the date of this public hearing. Motion carried unanimously (6 to 0). D. ANNEXATION, ZONING, LAND USE PLAN AMENDMENT, LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE TEXT AMENDMENT, AND LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY REVIEW: 1. Lot 99, Clearwater Manor (1744 Lagoon Circle W); Dale J. & Jody Chamberlain, A 91-07, LUP 91-08 Request - Annexation, Land Use Plan and Zoning Atlas Amendments LAND USE PLAN: FROM: Unclassified TO: Low Density Residential ZONING: RS 8 (Single Family Residential) Mr. Shuford gave the background of the case and submitted, in writing, the staff recommendation. Recommended that the City Commission approve (Motion made by Mr. Hamilton, seconded by Ms. Martin), the Annexation, Land Use Plan Amendment from unclassified to Low Density Residential, and the Zoning Atlas amendment to RS-8 (Single Family Residential). Motion carried unanimously (6 to 0). 2. Amendment of the Land Development Code: Ordinance No. 5224-92, relating to signs, amending Sec. 134.011, Code of Ordinances to provide for the use of temporary directional signs or banners during major public works projects or after storm events; providing an effective date (LDCA 92-07). Mr. Shuford stated this amendment is separate from the upcoming large scale amendments to the sign code. This amendment will allow continuance of the provisions of the emergency ordinance which expires the end of May. Mr. Shuford advised that this amendment allows additional signage during major public works projects or storm events. Mr. Shuford added that the City Commission will determine by resolution what constitutes a major public works project or storm event. Board discussion included the following concerns: permitting requirements for this signage, what constitutes a major storm or public works project, the adverse effects experienced by businesses during construction, and sizes and height restrictions of such signage. It was the consensus of the Board that the sign size and height restrictions of this amendment are too strict, as the signs could be obstructed by construction materials and equipment. Recommended City Commission approve (Motion By Mr. Hamilton, and seconded by Mr. Savage) the ordinance with the following recommended amendments: Section 1. (2) a. to read "One freestanding directional sign for each driveway on the affected roadway, each sign not exceeding twenty (20) thirty-two (32) square feet in area and not exceeding six (6) ten (10) feet in height...". Motion carried unanimously (6 to 0). E. CHAIRMAN'S ITEMS Mr. Mazur advised that he will be declaring a conflict on the upcoming Albertson's conditional use. F. DIRECTOR'S ITEMS Mr. Shuford advised that he was unable to obtain an answer regarding the Cabana Club; however, the owner will be contacted and the information will be relayed to the Board. G. BOARD AND STAFF COMMENTS Mr. Hamilton relayed his apology to the Board for being late for the meeting. Meeting adjourned 2:30 p.m.