06/17/1997PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD
CITY OF CLEARWATER
June 17, 1997
Present:
Edward Mazur
Brenda Harris Nixon
Robert D. Bickerstaffe
Frank Kunnen
Douglas Hilkert
Vacant Seat
Chair
Vice Chair
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Leslie Dougall-Sides
Sandy Glatthorn
Steve Doherty
Gwen Legters
Assistant City Attorney
Planning Manager
Zoning Section Supervisor
Board Reporter
Absent:
Bernie Baron (resigned)
Board Member
The meeting was called to order at 2:00 p.m. in City Hall, followed by the Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, meeting procedures, and the appeal process.
To provide continuity for research, items are listed in agenda order although not necessarily discussed in that order.
Minutes Approval -- June 3, 1997
This item was continued to allow time for members to receive and review the minutes.
C. Conditional Uses
C1. Remprop Inc./Dick E. Metz (Jose’s Mexican Restaurant) to permit a restaurant occupying more than 10% of gross floor area of a retail complex at 2097 Drew St., Central Park Resub,
part of Tract A, zoned CG (General Commercial). CU 97-31
Mr. Doherty presented background information and written staff recommendations, stating the applicant wishes to expand an existing restaurant. He related code requirements for the
existing and proposed square footage; details of a previous alcoholic beverage sales approval in September 1992; and State requirements for percentage of food sales and seating capacity.
It was indicated the change of license designation will have the positive effect of limiting the amount of alcohol sales relative to food sales. Staff supported the request as it appears
to comply with the standards for approval and will have no additional impact on use of the surrounding properties, subject to three conditions of approval.
Gloria Diez, the owner/applicant, explained her need for expansion and liquor license. She indicated she understood and approved staff’s recommended conditions.
No verbal or written support or opposition was expressed.
Member Kunnen moved to approve Item C1, CU 97-31, subject to the following conditions: 1) The applicant shall obtain the requisite building permit and certificate of occupancy within
six months from the date of this public hearing; 2) The applicant will revise the current occupational license to indicate the increase in seating capacity of the restaurant; and 3) The
applicant shall obtain the State of Florida 4 COP SRX alcoholic beverage license within six months from the date of this public hearing. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
C2. Anna Tsfatinos/Philip’s Class Act, Inc. to permit nightclubs, taverns and bars (change of business ownership) at 22 N. Ft. Harrison Ave., Earle & Tate’s Sub, part of Lots 12 & 13,
zoned UC[C] (Urban Center [Core]). CU 97-32
Mr. Doherty presented background information and written staff recommendations, stating the applicant is seeking approval to open a nightclub named “The Ritz,” named after a former
movie theater at this location. The previous use was for a nightclub named “Club Vibrations.” The applicant has been working with City design staff to create new signage that will
meet the design guidelines for the downtown district. Staff supported the request as it appears to comply with the standards for approval, subject to three conditions of approval.
Joanne Lloyd, representing the applicant, said the upscale establishment will feature desserts, gourmet appetizers, and a piano bar with “big band” type music. She responded to a question
regarding the dessert menu.
No verbal or written support or opposition was expressed.
Member Kunnen moved to approve Item C1, CU 97-01, subject to the following conditions: 1) The applicant shall obtain the requisite building permit, certificate of occupancy and occupational
license within six months of the date of this public hearing; 2) The sale of alcoholic beverages shall be limited to consumption on premises with no package sales; and 3) There shall
be no outdoor entertainment, seating or speakers. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
D. Annexation, Zoning, Land Use Plan Amendment, Land Development Code Text Amendment, and Local Planning Agency Review
D1. 2391 Eastwood Drive, Eastwood Terrace 3rd Addition, Blk A, Lot 31 (Hoyt Development Co. Inc.) A 97 07
ZONE: RS 6 (Single Family Residential)
Ms. Glatthorn presented background information, stating staff recommends endorsement of annexation to obtain City sewer service. No verbal or written support or opposition was expressed.
Member Hilkert moved to endorse Item D1, A 97-07 to the City Commission. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Board and Staff Comments
Mr. Mazur recognized and thanked Kemper Merriam and Bernie Baron for their years of service on the board. Board members concurred and wished the departing members well.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 2:14 p.m.