11-16-82 v MINUTES OF THE ADVISORY PLANNING BOARD
OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA
November 16, 1982
7:00 PM
City Hall
PRESENT: W. Gregg McCaulie - Chairman
Ruth Gregg
Ron Gray
Guy Jennings
Commissioner John W. Morris
AND: A. William Moss - City Manager
Mary L. Dombrowski - Recording Secretary
AND: Charles Bassett - Bassett & Associates, Inc.
Ron Crofton - Crofton Builders
Robert Haas - Ahern & Associates, Inc.
Chuck James - Ahern & Associates, Inc.
Jeffery Hite
John Heard
The meeting was called to order at 7:05 PM by Chairman McCaulie, who suggested that
the request for Home Occupation Permits as a Use by Exception from Messers Sewell and
Hite be taken out of agenda order. This was agreeable to the board.
Home Occupation as a Use by Exception for Mr. Jeffrey A. Hite to operate an Answering
Service at 122 6th Street, Atlantic Beach, Florida.
Mr. Hite presented the concept of his plan by stating that it was his intention to have
a medical answering service for doctors to make house calls. Drs. Chambers and Malani
would be partners in this venture, which would have no visible impact on the community.
Also, there would be no advertisment or signs on the premises. If his venture becomes
sussessful to the point where he would have to hire more employees, Mr. Hite anticipated
moving his business into a commercial zone. There would be no prospective patients
coming to his home.
A general discussion took place regarding the off-street parking available; use specified
on the permit would be the only use allowed; fee schedule; number of employees.
The chair called for a motion. Mr. Gray motioned that Mr. Hite's request for a Home
Occupation Permit be approved and the City Manager issue this permit with the restriction
that the permit read "with no more than one (1) non-resident employee on premises".
Mrs. Gregg seconded the motion, which was approved unanimously.
Home Occupation as a Use by Exception for Mr. Darek 0. Sewell to operate a Swimming Pool
Cleaning Service from his residence at 207 15th Street, Atlantic Beach, Florida.
Mr. Sewell was not present to inform the board of his plans. However, after general
discussion, the board determined that this use did not qualify as a "Home Occupation"
and therefore the board could not move on this item. It was determined by the board
that this request was inappropriately filed and required no action on their part.
The City Manager felt that this use did qualify for an occupational license which he
would ask the City Clerk to issue.
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November 16, 1982
Proposed Planned Unit Development - Fairway Villas - Presented by Mr. Chuck James
and Mr. Robert Haas of Ahern & Associates, Inc. agents for the owners Harcourt & Bill
Bull
Mr. James presented Fairway Villas as a sixty-six (66) unit patio home development
located east of Mayport Road abutting Selva Marina Golf Course. The property, 1850'
by 250' , presents unusual features because of it's shape. The development would have
a 6 unit per acre density, consisting of single family detatched homes of 850 square
feet minimum up to 1100 square feet maximum. A 30' berm as a buffer is planned along
Mayport Road with a total green area of 1.81 acres. A double entry drive is proposed
on Mayport Road with access to the public road at the water plant as a secondary access.
The proposed street will be constructed to City of Atlantic Beach specifications, with
curb and gutter, and will be dedicated to the City upon completion. City water and
sewerage is planned for the project. Mr. James submitted a copy of the DOT drainage
and improvement plans for the record.
A lengthy discussion followed regarding the insufficient amount of green area provided;
the feasibility of the entire project in jeopardy if more green area were required and
more square footage per unit; the minimum of 1000 square feet as stated under general
regulations; the flexibility allowed, if any, for the board with a PUD; fee holder
maintaining buffer zones which would be controlled by deed restrictions; sidewalk re-
quired; no play areas designated for children; distance from development to schools
and accessibility for school children.
The chair remarked that a degree of flexibility would not be inconsistent with the
intent of the Planned Unit Development with regard to the 900 square footage minimum.
Mr. Moss stated that he believed the 1000 square foot minimum was a matter of city
policy intent. To deviate from that minimum would require a conscious decision of
the board and would set a precedent.
Mr. James replied that while he had no objections to providing a sidewalk, he felt
that the range of square footage requested with the 850 square foot minimum was vital
to feasibility of the entire project and consistent with the location of the property
and the market the project was focused toward. Also, Mr. James felt that the unique
characteristics of the land must be considered, and in light of that, the proposed
development would maintain the highest and best use of the land.
After further lengthy discussion, the chair called for a motion. Mr. Jennings motioned
to defer judgement until the next meeting, which Chairman McCaulie seconded. The
next meeting convenient to all concerned was December 7, 1982, at 7:00 PM in City Hall.
Mr. Jennings amended his motion to defer judgement until December 7, 1982 at 7:00 PM in
City Hall, which the chair seconded. The motion was approved unanimously.
The chair declared a five (5) minute recess. 9:30PM.
The chair reconvened the meeting at 9:36 PM, and directed the board's attention to
the next item on the agenda:
Proposed subdivision - Aquatic Gardens Subdivision - Presented by Charles Bassett of
Bassett & Associates, Inc. , agents for Mr. Ron Crofton, owner and President of Crofton
Builders.
The chair asked for questions from the board regarding this proposal. Mr. Moss was
questioned regarding compliance with the subdivision regulations. Mr. Moss replied
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Continued: Proposed Subdivision - Aquatic Gardens Subdivision.
that this proposal was in compliance with subdivision code with one (1) exception.
That exception being there is only one means of ingress and egress and the code calls
for two (2) means of ingress/egress. The property is zoned RG-2.
Mr. Gray requested that Mr. Crofton provide the board with a brief synopsis of his
project. Mr. Crofton replied that the project was to consist of attached patio homes,
with no homeowner's association. Tract 413 would provide a retention lake as required
by DAR, and also provide green/play areas. Tract ##2 would be the Beaches Aquatic/tennis
area which would be deeded back to the Club to alleviate the City of maintaining this
area. 130 units of quadraplex design were projected, with garages.
A lengthy discussion followed concerning the possible traffic problems; the need for
a street light at the entrance to Aquatic Drive at Atlantic Boulevard would have to be
demonstrated to DOT in order to obtain same; a turn lane east bound on Atlantic Boulevard
should be required; the proposed four (4) lane street within the project; egress in the
event of a calamity; the property verified as a former landfill site; possibility of
flooding; $130,000.00 required to provide access over the ditch at Cutlass Drive; footpath
provided for school children to avoid walking on Atlantic Boulevard; 1000 square foot per
unit; developer required to post bond for entire project as approved by the board.
Mr. Gray motioned to table the project for a short period of time in order to allow
all members of the board to review the site. The chair verified with Mr. Moss if the
board could recommend the project to the City Commission, subject to certain conditions.
Mr. Moss stated that this was acceptable.
After further discussion, Mr. Gray withdrew his motion. Mr. Jennings motioned to
approve the subdivision and forward it to the City Commission with the following
conditions: Developer provide a secondary ingress/egress excluding Atlantic Boulevard
and obtain DOT approval and installation of a turn lane east bound on Atlantic Boulevard
into Aquatic Drive. Further discussion of the exact wording of the motion followed, and
the chair suggested that the motion be rephrased for the record as follows:
To approve the present plan subject to the developer posting a two (2) year bond to
guarantee a secondary entrance on Cutlass Drive, at the developers expense, should the
City Commission so require. To obtain DOT approval and provide a left turning lane on
Atlantic Boulevard at Aquatic Drive. To provide a pedestrian bridge over Cutlass Drive
at the developer's expense. The chair seconded the motion as amended, which was approved
unanimously.
The chair motioned to table the discussion on corner lots until the December 7th meeting,
which Mr. Gray seconded and was approved unanimously.
A formal letter of withdrawal from Mr. Timothy G. Shea regarding his change of zoning
request was read into the record. (Copy attached with minutes).
The chair requested that a motion for approval of the minutes of October 21, 1982 be
made if there were no objections. There being no objections, Mr. Gray motioned to approve
the minutes of October 21, 1982, which Mrs. Gregg seconded and were approved unanimously.
There being no further business before the board, the chair called for a motion to
adjourn. Mr. Gray motioned to adjourn, which TIrs. Gress seconded and was approved
unanimously. The chair declared the meeting adjourned. 11:30 PM.
W. trege Mc . 6 * a. — Chairman
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FRED L. AHERN, INC.
14500 Beach Boulevard
P.O. Box 50099
Jacksonville Beach, Florida 32250
(904) 246-4881
TGS/mj s
16 November, 1982
Planning Board of the City of Atlantic Beach
City Hall
Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233
Ladies and Gentlemen:
Please let this letter serve as notice of our request to withdraw our previous
proposal of September 29, 1982.
The request, as mentioned, was a "Change of Zoning Request" for an 8 acre parcel
of land lying West of Beaches Aquatic Drive, North of Atlantic Blvd. , and South
of Saratoga Circle South. The property owner being Bessie Carr.
It is our intention to withdraw this proposal at this time. We are in hopes of
submitting a significantly different proposal at a later date.
Your cooperation in this matter is greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
N.. :`,-_—
Timothy G. Shea
President
CENTURY 21 Fred L. Ahern, Inc.
Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated