10-18-94 v MINUTES OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BOARD
OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH , FLORIDA
OCTOBER 18 , 1994
7 : 00 P.M.
CITY HALL
PRESENT Don Wolfson
Pat Pillmore
Mary Walker
Sharette Simpkins
AND Alan Jensen, City Attorney
George Worley , II , CD Director
Pat Harris , Recording Secretary
ABSENT Ruth Gregg
Robert Frohwein
Mark McGowan
Chairman Don Wolfson called the meeting to order and asked for
approval of the minutes from the meeting of September 20 , 1994 .
Upon motion made and seconded the minutes were approved.
I . DISCUSSION ITEM:
The Chairman recognized Barry Adeeb, owner of the Sea Turtle
Inn and Restaurant . Mr . Adeeb was invited to the meeting to
discuss proposed improvements to the restaurant and hotel .
Mr . Adeeb introduced architect Michael Dunlap to the board who
presented drawings for a proposed parking garage to accommodate 52
cars on each level with retail space in the lower level . He stated
that construction would be in accordance with the applicable
ordinances of the City . He indicated that the parking garage would
ease the traffic congestion in the area as well as an asset to the
community .
Mr . Dunlap stated that he was involved with the Town Center
Project and it was their hope to have the City of Atlantic Beach
as a partner in the Project , particularly in the area of parking .
Mr . Adeeb told the board that the restaurant was now closed
and would reopen with a new name and remodeled with an old
beachhouse concept with fireplaces and whitewashed floors .
A general discussion followed regarding off-site parking and
shuttle bus services for the area of Town Center and the cost being
shared by the property owners as well as the City .
II . Application for Variance filed by Craig Sutton to
construct two single-family homes on property known as the West 75
feet of Lots 8 and 9, Ocean Grove Unit 2 .
Mr. Sutton introduced himself to the board and explained that
he desired to sell the property and the variance was needed to
allow construction of a single-family residence on each lot .
Builder, Jim Pelkey, introduced himself to the board and
stated he desired to purchase the property. He presented a design
for two homes reflecting the appropriate setback and height
requirements . The height requirement would be calculated in
accordance to the size of the lots and each home could be no higher
than 31 . 5 feet .
After discussion, Mrs . Walker moved to grant the variance and
Mrs . Pillmore seconded the motion.
After further discussion, the board voted unanimously to grant
the variance with the following stipulations :
1 . The varance be granted solely to the applicant for sale
to Mr . Pelkey for construction of a single family home on each lot ;
2 . The variance be limited to a period of one year (will
lapse if not implemented) ;
3 . That all other height and setback requirements be strictly
adhered to.
III . A general discussion followed regarding the review of
preliminary drafts of proposed amendments to the Zoning Code. Mr.
Worley presented copies of the draft to the members .
It was decided to hold a workshop meeting on November 1 , 1994
at 6 : 00 p.m. to review and discuss the proposed amendments .
There being no further business to come before the board, on
motion made, the meeting was adjourned.
SIGNED: 011, VCN , -
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