12-06-77 v MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE ATLANTIC
BEACH ADVISORY PLANNING BOARD HELD AT
THE CITY HALL ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6,
1977, AT 7:30 P.M.
PRESENT: John F. Andresen, Chairman
Dick Rigsbee
Donna Ross
Catherine G. Van Ness, Commissioner
AND: R. C. Vogel, City Manager
ABSENT: Harold E. Mullins
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Andresen and the first order of
business was to consider the application of Mike Ash for an 8-unit apartment
complex located on Lots 8 and 9, Block 34, Atlantic Beach Subdivision (north-
west corner of Ahern and Ocean). Mr. Ash pointed out that the proposed
units consisted of 850 square feet per unit, and complied with the required
paved off-street parking spaces. The location of the property is in the
proximity of business property and the required investment in the land would
dictate that a fair return could only be achieved by building the 8 units.
During a discussion by members of the Board it was noted that, considering
Ocean Boulevard as the front of the property, the required 20-foot setback
was achieved, as well as the two side line setback requirements. However,
the rear yard setback of 10 feet does not meet the required setback as set
out in the zoning code for Residence "C". The Board also noted that the
number of units violated the square foot requirement for units per acre by
928 square feet per unit. Mr. Ashurian requested the Board's opinion regarding
the possible approval of an office building and, after discussion, the Board
reasoned that, in effect, this would change the zoning of the property from
Residence "C" to Business "A" and, thereby, have an undesirable "domino"
effect on the entire block. After further discussion, the Board voted to
recommend passage to the City Commission under P.U.D.
Mr. Edward Ashurian proposed a plan for development of the property located
on the northwest corner of East Coast Drive and 2nd Street (Lot 2, Block 4,
Atlantic Beach Subdivision). This property is presently zoned Residence "B"
Duplex, and Mr. Ashurian's proposed building would contain 3 units of approxi-
mately 1000 square feet per unit. The Board noted that the required setbacks
were in compliance, as well as the unit size and off-street parking, and the
only noted violation to the Residence "8" zoning code was a triplex in a
duplex area. The Board voted to recommend approval to the City Commission
under P.U.D.
Mr. Joe Bell of Kellum, Patterson & Bell presented the subject of the Official
Adoption of the Atlantic Beach Comprehensive Plan which lists the basic steps
to be followed. A copy of Mr. Bell 's memorandum on this subject is attached
hereto and made a part hereof (Office Copy).
The next subject that was discussed concerned the Florida Coastal Zone Manage-
ment Element, and Mr. Bell explained that since the State regulations con-
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cerning this element have not been fully defined, it would be more economical
for the City of Atlantic Beach to complete this element with the assistance
of the Jacksonville Area Planning Board. However, if this is either not
available or not desirable, we can contact his firm and negotiate a contract
for this element. It was suggested by members of the Planning Board that
we proceed with the steps of adoption and set a goal for a maximum of nine
months from this date to present the adopted plan to the State for their
review and comments.
There being no further business to be discussed, Chairman Andresen declared
the meeting adjourned.
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