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Congregate Care &
Assisted Living
Facilities
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~earwater Gty Cbmmission ~
Agenda Cbver Mmorandum Rnal Agenda Item #
Meeting Date:
Feb, 17,2000
SlJ aET/RB:OM M EN DA 11 ON:
Amendment to Code Section 8-102 (Definitions) of the Community Development Code which
increases the number of beds equivalent to one dwelling unit from 2.5 to 3.0 for assisted living and
congregate care facilities.
MOTION: APPROVE text amendment revising the definitions of Assisted Living Facilities and
Congregate Care and PASS Ordinance No. 6507-00 on first reading.
D and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same.
SlJ M MARY:
. Assisted living and congregate care facilities are considered residential equivalent uses. When
determining maximum development potential for these uses, the Code currently recognizes 2.5 beds
as equal to one dwelling unit.
· Planning staff is proposing to increase the number of beds equivalent to one dwelling unit from 2.5 to
3.0.
· The proposed amendment would result in a 20 percent increase in the number of permitted beds in any
facility. This increase would result in very slight increases in wastewater flows, water consumption,
and traffic. Assisted living and congregate facilities have traffic and wastewater generation rates and
water consumption rates similar to single-family development.
. The Rules Concerning the Administration of the Countywide Future Land Use Plan considers assisted
living and congregate facilities to be residential equivalent uses and permit such uses at an equivalent
of 2.0 to 3.0 beds per permitted dwelling unit.
· Other communities within Pinellas County consider 3.0 beds to be equivalent to one dwelling unit.
. The proposed amendment is consistent with policies of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan and
furthers the purposes of the Community Development Code.
· The Community Development Board will review the proposed amendment at its regularly scheduled
meeting on January 25, 2000 and make a recommendation to the Commission. Staff will report the
recommendation at the City Commission meeting.
Reviewed by:
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Budget N/A
Purchasing N/A
Risk Mgmt N/A
Info Svc
Public Works N/A
DCM/ACM N/A
Other N/A
Originating Dept.:
Planning & Develop. Admin.
User Dept.: 'if'(
Planning l'
Attachments
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Funding Source:
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CDB Meeting Date: January 25,2000
Case: TAOO-OI-OI
Agenda Item: C5
CITY OF CLEARWATER
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
STAFF REPORT
TEXT AMENDMENT
REQUEST:
Amend the Community Development Code Definition of
Congregate Care and Assisted Living Facilities
INITIA TED BY:
City of Clearwater Planning Department
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Congregate care and assisted living facilities are permitted in the Medium Density,
Medium High Density, and High Density Residential Districts, as well as the Institutional
District. Community Development Code Section 8-102 defines congregate care and
assisted living. The definitions specify that when determining development potential for
these uses, 2.5 beds should be considered equivalent to one dwelling unit. In response to
concerns that 2.5 beds does not provide a sufficient number of beds to make these types
of development feasible, Planning staff is proposing to increase the number of beds from
2.5 to 3.0 beds.
ANALYSIS:
The Rules Concerning the Administration of the Countywide Future Land Use Plan (the
Countywide Plan Rules) determine permitted density standards within all land use
categories within the City, as well as the County. Per the Rules, assisted living and
congregate care uses are considered residential equivalent uses. Such uses are allowed at
an equivalent of2.0 to 3.0 beds per permitted dwelling unit. The proposed increase from
2.5 beds to 3.0 beds would not exceed the allowances of the Countywide Plan Rules,
therefore, the proposed amendments are consistent with the Countywide Plan.
The proposed amendment would result in a 20 percent increase in the number of
permitted beds in any facility. This increase would result in very slight increases in
wastewater flows, water consumption, and traffic, especially considering the
characteristics of the congregate care use.
Based on data compiled by the Pinellas County Utilities and Pinellas County Planning
Department, typical sewage flow rates for an Adult Congregate Living Facility (ACLF)
or Nursing home is 100 gallons per day per bed. Based on the current Code, an ACLF
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unit (2.5 beds) would produce 250 gallons of wastewater per day. The proposed increase
in beds would produce 300 gallons per unit per day, thereby resulting in a net increase of
50 gallons per unit per day. For comparison purposes, a three bedroom single-family
home ranging from 1,001 - 2,000 square feet in area generates 450 gallons per day. The
proposed increase in beds would result in minimal increases per unit per day and would
result in a lower flow rate than a single-family dwelling. There is sufficient capacity in
the Clearwater wastewater system to absorb this negligible increase.
Average daily water consumption for an assisted living facility or congregate care facility
is 125 gallons per day per bed (the City determines water consumption at a rate of 1.25
time wastewater flows). At the existing permitted density, such facilities generate 312.5
gallons per day per unit. The proposed increase in the maximum development potential
would result in the consumption of 375 gallons of water per day per unit. This is an
increase of 62.5 gallons. For comparison purposes, a three bedroom single-family home
ranging from 1,001 - 2,000 square feet in area generates 562.5 gallons per day per unit.
The rise in consumption that would result from the proposed Code change is minimal and
there is adequate capacity in the water system to accommodate this increase. This change
would also result in a water consumption rate that is less than a single-family dwelling
unit.
With regard to traffic, assisted living and congregate care facilities have traffic generation
rates that are similar to single-family and multi-family development. According to the
Pinellas County Transportation Impact Fee Ordinance a single-family dwelling unit
generates 10.1 trips per unit per day. ACLFs generate 2.8 trips per bed. Based on the
existing standard of 2.5 beds, an ACLF generates seven trips per dwelling unit. The
proposed increase to 3.0 beds will generate 8.4 trips per dwelling unit. The increase in
beds will create an increase of 1.4 trips per unit, which is minimal. The proposed
increase in the maximum development potential will not create any negative traffic
impacts and will still be less than generate rate of a single-family home.
The impacts of this proposed Code amendment are further demonstrated below. As an
example, the HDR District requires a minimum lot size of 15,000 square feet for an
assisted living facility. Based on this lot size and the allowable density of 30 units per
acre, 10 dwelling units are permitted. The permitted number of beds, pursuant to the
existing and proposed Code requirements and the resulting water consumption,
wastewater flow rates, and the average vehicle trips per unit, are shown as follows:
Example Comparison ofImpacts
Existing Code Requirement Proposed Code Requirement
Service 2.5 beds = 1 dwelling unit 3.0 beds = 1 dwelling unit
10 units = 25 beds 10 units = 30 beds
Wastewater Flows 2500 gallons per day 3000 gallons per day
(100 gpd per bed)
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Example Comparison ofImpacts (con't)
Water Consumption 3125 gallon per day 3750 gallons per day
(125 gpd per bed)
Trip Rate 70 trips 84 trips
(2.8 trips per bed)
As the chart illustrates, the impacts of the proposed increase in the number of beds
considered to be one dwelling unit is nominal.
Staff conducted a survey of seven area communities to determine how others within
Pinellas County determine density for assisted living facilities and congregate facilities.
Staff found that Dunedin, Safety Harbor and Pinellas County consider three beds to be
equal to one dwelling unit when determining maximum development potential. The
cities of Pinellas Park and Largo consider 2.5 beds to equal one dwelling unit. The City
of Oldsmar has no zoning provisions permitting congregate care/assisted living and the
City of St. Petersburg does not calculate maximum development potential based on beds.
CRITERIA FOR TEXT AMENDMENTS:
Code Section 4-601 specifies the procedures and criteria for reviewing text amendments.
1. The proposed amendment is consistent with and furthers the goals,
policies, objectives of the Comprehensive Plan.
Policy 13.5.2 of the Housing Element of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan
states that the City should "Encourage and assist human services organizations
and other Community groups in developing special living facilities at a level
appropriate to Clearwater's population and needs."
In order to be more responsive to the needs of providers, residents, and potential
residents of assisted living and congregate care facilities, the proposed
amendment will allow the creation of additional units that could not otherwise be
created. The proposed increase would allow a 20 percent increase in the number
of beds in each facility while not degrading any city service. An increase in the
number of beds will not create negative impacts on surrounding properties and
will assist in the development of needed housing.
2. The proposed amendments further the purposes of the Community
Development Code and other City ordinances and actions designed to
implement the Plan.
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The proposed changes in the definitions of assisted living and congregate care
will further several purposes of the Community Development Code. Specifically,
the proposed changes will:
. Create no negative impacts on the value of surrounding properties and
wherever practical promote development and redevelopment which will
enhance the value of surrounding properties;
. Protect the character and the social and economic stability of all parts of the
City through the establishment of reasonable standards which encourage the
orderly and beneficial development of land within the City; and
. Establish use limitations for specified uses consistent with the zoning district
in which they are allowed and particular characteristics of such specified uses.
SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATION:
The proposed amendment to Code Section 8-1 02 (Definitions) increases the maximum
development potential of assisted living and congregate care facilities from 2.5 beds to
3.0 beds (equivalent to one dwelling unit) is consistent with the Countywide Plan Rules.
The existing sewer, water, and transportation systems can easily absorb this minimal
increase, thereby, creating no negative impact on City facilities. The proposed increase
will not result in any negative impacts on surrounding properties and in fact should assist
in attracting these types of development to the City of Clearwater. The proposed
amendment promotes economic development while maintaining reasonable and
appropriate development standards. Staff recommends approval of Ordinance No. 6507-
00 to change the definition of assisted living facilities and congregate care facilities to
increase the number of beds equivalent to one dwelling unit from 2.5 to 3.0.
Gina L. Cla~on G ()(
Development Review Manager: ~ 1J
Assistant Planning Director Approval: tJct/./
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Prepared by:
Planning Director Approval:
ATTACHMENT:
Proposed Ordinance No. 6507-00
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ORDINANCE NO. 6507-00
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA
AMENDING THE COMMUNTY DEVELOPMENT CODE BY
AMENDING ARTICLE 8, DEFINITIONS AND RULES OF
CONSTRUCTION, SECTION 8-102 DEFINITIONS BY REVISING
THE DEFINITION OF ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY AND
CONGREGATE CARE TO REFLECT THAT 3.0 BEDS ARE
EQUIVALENT TO ONE DWELLING UNIT; AND PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE
WHEREAS, the City of Clearwater adopted a new Land Development
Code on January 21, 1999 which was effective on March 8, 1999, and
WHEREAS, since the effective date of the new Land Development Code,
the City of Clearwater has reviewed the requirements for Assisted Living
Facilities and Congregate Care Facilities, and
WHEREAS, the City of Clearwater desires these definitions to accurately
reflect the impact relationship between residential uses and assisted living
facilities and congregate care, and
WHEREAS, the increase in impacts on the sewer, water, and
transportation systems is minimal, and
WHEREAS, the Rules Concerning the Administration of the Countywide
Future Land Use Plan permit a residential equivalent use up to three beds per
permitted unit at the approved plan density, now therefore,
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA:
Section 1. Article 8, Definitions and Rules of Construction, Section 8-
102, Definitions, is hereby amended by revising as follows:
Assisted living facility means a facility, as defined in Florida Statutes,
which provides housing, food services, and one or more personal service
for four or more adults, not related to the owner or administrator by blood
or marriage, or provides extended congregate care, limited nursing
services, or limited mental health services. For the purpose of calculating
the maximum development potential, ~ 3.0 beds shall be equivalent to
one dwelling unit.
Section 2. Article 8, Definitions and Rules of Construction, Section 8-
102, Definitions, is hereby amended by revising as follows:
Ordinance No. 6507-00
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Congregate care means a residential use designed to be occupied by 21
or more persons, comprised of individual dwelling units, with or without
complete kitchen facilities, and such common dining and other normal
living facilities as may be integral to the personal therapeutic care of
residents. Such congregate care facilities shall include facilities for adult
congregate living as defined by F.S. S S 400.401 through 400.454 and like
residential retirement and life care. For the purpose of calculating the
maximum development potential ~ 3.0 beds shall be equivalent to one
dwelling unit.
Section 3. This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED ON FIRST READING
PASSED ON SECOND AND FINAL
READING AND ADOPTED
Brian J. Aungst
Mayor-Commissioner
Approved as to form:
Attest:
Leslie Dougall-Sides
Assistant City Attorney
Cynthia E. Goudeau
City Clerk
Ordinance No. 6507-00
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CDB Meeting Date: January 25, 2000
Case: T AOO-O 1-0 1
Agenda Item: C5
CITY OF CLEARWATER
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
STAFF REPORT
TEXT AMENDMENT
REQUEST:
Amend the Community Development Code Definition of
Congregate Care and Assisted Living Facilities
INITIATED BY:
City of Clearwater Planning Department
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Congregate care and assisted living facilities are permitted in the Medium Density,
Medium High Density, and High Density Residential Districts, as well as the Institutional
District. Community Development Code Section 8-102 defines congregate care and
assisted living. The definitions specify that when determining development potential for
these uses, 2.5 beds should be considered equivalent to one dwelling unit. In response to
concerns that 2.5 beds does not provide a sufficient number of beds to make these types
of development feasible, Planning staff is proposing to increase the number of beds from
2.5 to 3.0 beds.
ANAL YSlS:
The Rules Concerning the Administration of the Countywide Future Land Use Plan (the
Countywide Plan Rules) determine permitted density standards within all land use
categories within the City, as well as the County. Per the Rules, assisted living and
congregate care uses are considered residential equivalent uses. Such uses are allowed at
an equivalent of2.0 to 3.0 beds per permitted dwelling unit. The proposed increase from
2.5 beds to 3.0 beds would not exceed the allowances of the Countywide Plan Rules,
therefore, the proposed amendments are consistent with the Countywide Plan.
The proposed amendment would result in a 20 percent increase in the number of
permitted beds in any facility. This increase would result in very slight increases in
wastewater flows, water consumption, and traffic, especially considering the
characteristics of the congregate care use.
Based on data compiled by the Pinellas County Utilities and Pinellas County Planning
Department, typical sewage flow rates for an Adult Congregate Living Facility (ACLF)
or Nursing home is 100 gallons per day per bed. Based on the current Code, an ACLF
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unit (2.5 beds) would produce 250 gallons of wastewater per day. The proposed increase
in beds would produce 300 gallons per unit per day, thereby resulting in a net increase of
50 gallons per unit per day. For comparison purposes, a three bedroom single-family
home ranging from 1,001 - 2,000 square feet in area generates 450 gallons per day. The
proposed increase in beds would result in minimal increases per unit per day and would
result in a lower flow rate than a single-family dwelling. There is sufficient capacity in
the Clearwater wastewater system to absorb this negligible increase.
Average daily water consumption for an assisted living facility or congregate care facility
is 125 gallons per day per bed (the City determines water consumption at a rate of 1.25
time wastewater flows). At the existing permitted density, such facilities generate 312.5
gallons per day per unit. The proposed increase in the maximum development potential
would result in the consumption of 375 gallons of water per day per unit. This is an
increase of 62.5 gallons. For comparison purposes, a three bedroom single-family home
ranging from 1,001 - 2,000 square feet in area generates 562.5 gallons per day per unit.
The rise in consumption that would result from the proposed Code change is minimal and
there is adequate capacity in the water system to accommodate this increase. This change
would also result in a water consumption rate that is less than a single-family dwelling
unit.
With regard to traffic, assisted living and congregate care facilities have traffic generation
rates that are similar to single-family and multi-family development. According to the
Pinellas County Transportation Impact Fee Ordinance a single-family dwelling unit
generates 10.1 trips per unit per day. ACLFs generate 2.8 trips per bed. Based on the
existing standard of 2.5 beds, an ACLF generates seven trips per dwelling unit. The
proposed increase to 3.0 beds will generate 8.4 trips per dwelling unit. The increase in
beds will create an increase of 1.4 trips per unit, which is minimal. The proposed
increase in the maximum development potential will not create any negative traffic
impacts and will still be less than generate rate of a single-family home.
The impacts of this proposed Code amendment are further demonstrated below. As an
example, the HDR District requires a minimum lot size of 15,000 square feet for an
assisted living facility. Based on this lot size and the allowable density of 30 units per
acre, 10 dwelling units are permitted. The permitted number of beds, pursuant to the
existing and proposed Code requirements and the resulting water consumption,
wastewater flow rates, and the average vehicle trips per unit, are shown as follows:
Example Comparison of Impacts
Existing Code Requirement Proposed Code Requirement
Service 2.5 beds = 1 dwelling unit 3.0 beds = 1 dwelling unit
10 units = 25 beds 10 units = 30 beds
I Wastewater Flows 2500 gallons per day 3000 gallons per day
(100 gpd per bed)
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Example Comparison oflmpacts (con't)
Water Consumption
(125 d er bed)
3125 gallon per day
3750 gallons per day
Trip Rate
(2.8 tri s er bed)
70 trips
84 trips
As the chart illustrates, the impacts of the proposed Increase in the number of beds
considered to be one dwelling unit is nominal.
Staff conducted a survey of seven area communities to determine how others within
Pinellas County determine density for assisted living facilities and congregate facilities.
Staff found that Dunedin, Safety Harbor and Pinellas County consider three beds to be
equal to one dwelling unit when determining maximum development potential. The
cities of Pinellas Park and Largo consider 2.5 beds to equal one dwelling unit. The City
of Oldsmar has no zoning provisions permitting congregate care/assisted living and the
City of St. Petersburg does not calculate maximum development potential based on beds.
CRITERIA FOR TEXT AMENDMENTS:
Code Section 4-601 specifies the procedures and criteria for reviewing text amendments.
1. The proposed amendment is consistent with and furthers the goals,
policies, objectives of the Comprehensive Plan.
Policy 13.5.2 of the Housing Element of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan
states that the City should "Encourage and assist human services organizations
and other Community groups in developing special living facilities at a level
appropriate to Clearwater's population and needs."
In order to be more responsive to the needs of providers, residents, and potential
residents of assisted living and congregate care facilities, the proposed
amendment will allow the creation of additional units that could not otherwise be
created. The proposed increase would allow a 20 percent increase in the number
of beds in each facility while not degrading any city service. An increase in the
number of beds will not create negative impacts on surrounding properties and
will assist in the development of needed housing.
2. The proposed amendments further the purposes of the Community
Development Code and other City ordinances and actions designed to
implement the Plan.
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The proposed changes in the definitions of assisted living and congregate care
will further several purposes of the Community Development Code. Specifically,
the proposed changes will:
. Create no negative impacts on the value of surrounding properties and
wherever practical promote development and redevelopment which will
enhance the value of surrounding properties;
. Protect the character and the social and economic stability of all parts of the
City through the establishment of reasonable standards which encourage the
orderly and beneficial development of land within the City; and
. Establish use limitations for specified uses consistent with the zoning district
in which they are allowed and particular characteristics of such specified uses.
SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATION:
The proposed amendment to Code Section 8-102 (Definitions) increases the maximum
development potential of assisted living and congregate care facilities from 2.5 beds to
3.0 beds (equivalent to one dwelling unit) is consistent with the Countywide Plan Rules.
The existing sewer, water, and transportation systems can easily absorb this minimal
increase, thereby, creating no negative impact on City facilities. The proposed increase
will not result in any negative impacts on surrounding properties and in fact should assist
in attracting these types of development to the City of Clearwater. The proposed
amendment promotes economic development while maintaining reasonable and
appropriate development standards. Staff recommends approval of Ordinance No. 6507-
00 to change the definition of assisted living facilities and congregate care facilities to
increase the number of beds equivalent to one dwelling unit from 2.5 to 3.0.
Gina L. Cla~onG()(
Development Review Manager: ~ 1J .
Assistant Planning Director Approval: cttf./
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Prepared by:
Planning Director Approval:
A TT ACHMENT:
Proposed Ordinance No. 6507-00
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ORDINANCE NO. 6507-00
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA
AMENDING THE COMMUNTY DEVELOPMENT CODE BY
AMENDING ARTICLE 8, DEFINITIONS AND RULES OF
CONSTRUCTION, SECTION 8-102 DEFINITIONS BY REVISING
THE DEFINITION OF ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY AND
CONGREGATE CARE TO REFLECT THAT 3.0 BEDS ARE
EQUIVALENT TO ONE DWELLING UNIT; AND PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE
WHEREAS, the City of Clearwater adopted a new Land Development
Code on January 21, 1999 which was effective on March 8, 1999, and
WHEREAS, since the effective date of the new Land Development Code,
the City of Clearwater has reviewed the requirements for Assisted Living
Facilities and Congregate Care Facilities, and
WHEREAS, the City of Clearwater desires these definitions to accurately
reflect the impact relationship between residential uses and assisted living
facilities and congregate care, and
WHEREAS, the increase in impacts on the sewer, water, and
transportation systems is minimal, and
WHEREAS, the Rules Concerning the Administration of the Countywide
Future Land Use Plan permit a residential equivalent use up to three beds per
permitted unit at the approved plan density, now therefore,
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA:
Section 1. Article 8, Definitions and Rules of Construction, Section 8-
102, Definitions, is hereby amended by revising as follows:
Assisted living facility means a facility, as defined in Florida Statutes,
which provides housing, food services, and one or more personal service
for four or more adults, not related to the owner or administrator by blood
or marriage, or provides extended congregate care, limited nursing
services, or limited mental health services. For the purpose of calculating
the maximum development potential, ~ 3.0 beds shall be equivalent to
one dwelling unit.
Section 2. Article 8, Definitions and Rules of Construction, Section 8-
102, Definitions, is hereby amended by revising as follows:
Ordinance No. 6507-00
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Congregate care means a residential use designed to be occupied by 21
or more persons, comprised of individual dwelling units, with or without
complete kitchen facilities, and such common dining and other normal
living facilities as may be integral to the personal therapeutic care of
residents. Such congregate care facilities shall include facilities for adult
congregate living as defined by F.S. S S 400.401 through 400.454 and like
residential retirement and life care. For the purpose of calculating the
maximum development potential ~ 3.0 beds shall be equivalent to one
dwelling unit.
Section 3. This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED ON FIRST READING
PASSED ON SECOND AND FINAL
READING AND ADOPTED
Brian J. Aungst
Mayor -Commissioner
Approved as to form:
Attest:
Leslie Dougall-Sides
Assistant City Attorney
Cynthia E. Goudeau
City Clerk
Ordinance No. 6507-00
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ORDINANCE NO. 6507-00
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA
AMENDING THE COMMUNTY DEVELOPMENT CODE BY
AMENDING ARTICLE 8, DEFINITIONS AND RULES OF
CONSTRUCTION, SECTION 8-102 DEFINITIONS BY REVISING
THE DEFINITION OF ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY AND
CONGREGATE CARE TO REFLECT THAT 3.0 BEDS ARE
EQUIVALENT TO ONE DWELLING UNIT; AND PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECT1VE DATE
WHEREAS, the City of Clearwater adopted a new Land Development
Code on January 21, 1999 which was effective on March 8, 1999, and
WHEREAS, since the effective date of the new Land Development Code,
the City of Clearwater has reviewed the requirements for Assisted Living
Facilities and Congregate Care Facilities, and
WHEREAS, the City of Clearwater desires these definitions to accurately
reflect the impact relationship between residential uses and assisted living
facilities and congregate care, and
WHEREAS, the increase in impacts on the sewer, water, and
transportation systems is minimal, and
WHEREAS, the Rules Concerning the Administration of the Countywide
Future Land Use Plan permit a residential equivalent use up to three beds per
permitted unit at the approved plan density, now therefore,
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA:
Section 1. Article 8, Definitions and Rules of Construction, Section 8-
102, Definitions, is hereby amended by revising as follows:
Assisted living facility means a facility, as defined in Florida Statutes,
which provides housing, food services, and one or more personal service
for four or more adults, not related to the owner or administrator by blood
or marriage, or provides extended congregate care, limited nursing
services, or limited mental health services. For the purpose of calculating
the maximum development potential, ~ 3.0 beds shall be equivalent to
one dwelling unit.
Section 2. Article 8, Definitions and Rules of Construction, Section 8-
102, Definitions, is hereby amended by revising as follows:
Ordinance No. 6507-00
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Congregate care means a residential use designed to be occupied by 21
or more persons, comprised of individual dwelling units, with or without
complete kitchen facilities, and such common dining and other normal
living facilities as may be integral to the personal therapeutic care of
residents. Such congregate care facilities shall include facilities for adult
congregate living as defined by F.S. 99400.401 through 400.454 and like
residential retirement and life care. For the purpose of calculating the
maximum development potential ~ 3.0 beds shall be equivalent to one
dwelling unit.
Section 3. This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED ON FIRST READING
PASSED ON SECOND AND FINAL
READING AND ADOPTED
February 17, 2000
March 2, 2000
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Brian J. Aun~ '
Mayor-Commissioner
Approved as to form:
Attest:
Ordinance No. 6507-00