08-17-99 v MINUTES OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BOARD
OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA
August 17, 1999
7:00 P.M.
CITY HALL
PRESENT Robert Frohwein
Pat Pillmore
Mary Walker
Dezmond Waters
AND • George Worley, II, CD Director
Pat Harris, Recording Secretary
ABSENT: Buzzy Grunthal
Sharette Simpkins
Don Wolfson
Vice-Chairman Robert Frohwein called the meeting to order and asked for
approval of the minutes from the meeting of July 20, 1999. On motion made and
seconded the minutes were approved.
I. Application for Variance filed by David Rockwood to construct a fence that
will encroach the setback requirements at property known as Government Lot 3, and
located at the corner of Mayport Road and Edgar Street.
Mr. Rockwood introduced himself to the board and stated he proposes to
construct a 6-foot fence around his property to park several of his vans at the property
over night. He stated that the fence was for security purposes. He added that the
location is a blighted area with many drug arrests and vandalism. He presented pictures
for the board's review of surrounding properties that currently have 6-foot fences.
Responding to a question from Mr. Waters, Mr. Worley stated that the amended
fence ordinance provides that a fence can be 4-feet in height within 20 feet of the front
property line and 15 feet of side property line and up to 6-feet in height elsewhere on
the lot.
A general discussion ensued regarding the reasonable use of the land and other
options available to the applicant that would not require a variance.
Responding to the applicant's statement that surrounding properties have 6-foot
fences, Mr. Worley explained that the intent of the code is to correct nonconformances
when remodeling and/or building occurs. He stated that a permit is not generally
required for repairing a fence.
After discussion, Mrs. Pillmore moved to deny the variance and Mr. Waters
seconded the motion.
After further discussion, it was the consensus of the board that a hardship was not
recognized, that the granting of the variance would not be the minimum for reasonable
use of the property.
The Chairman explained to the applicant that if the board voted to deny the
variance that he could not return with a similar request for one year but he could
withdraw his application and consider alternative solutions. Thereupon, the applicant
requested that the application be withdrawn and the Chairman requested staff to refund
the application fee.
II. Application for Variance filed by John Nummy of K. C. Nummy General
Contractors on behalf of Atlantic Beach Assembly of God to construct an addition to an
existing nonconforming structure located at 680 Mayport Road.
Mr. Nummy introduced himself to the board and explained that the applicant
desired to add a conforming addition to a nonconforming building. He stated an
addition was permitted in 1976 before the City adopted the setback ordinances and in
1988 a second addition was permitted and constructed and the existing nonconformance
was not detected at that time. He stated that the new addition will conform to all
setback codes.
Mr. Nummy presented to the board an artist's rendering of the project for their
consideration.
Donnie Hatcher introduced himself as the pastor of the church and requested the
board to look favorably on the request.
Larry Armstrong introduced himself to the board and stated that he is a board
member of the church and stated that the proposed addition will be an asset to the
community.
Responding to a question from Mr. Waters, Mr. Worley explained that the
original addition met the setbacks at the time of construction because prior to 1982
commercial buildings had a zero lot line side yard setback. The second addition was
properly permitted and all inspections were made.
After discussion, Mrs. Pillmore moved to grant the variance and Mr. Waters
seconded the motion.
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Mr. Frohwein stated that he was concerned about the parking requirements for
the location and was assured by staff that the applicant would be required to comply
with all parking requirements at the time of permitting.
After further discussion, the board voted unanimously to grant the variance.
III. DISCUSSION
a. Special Zoning District
Mr. Worley stated that the Town Center area is about the only area in Atlantic
Beach that would be appropriate or applicable to implement cafe style restaurants with
outdoor seating. He furnished the board a copy of an ordinance from Gainesville to be
reviewed by them and used as a starting point.
IV. MISCELLANEOUS
a. Regarding the revised zoning maps delivered to the board, several omissions
were noted for correction.
b. Mr. Worley stated that pursuant to the board's request he drafted a letter
to the City Commission requesting a joint effort with Neptune Beach for trolley or
shuttle service from the K-Mart parking lot and Town Center area.
After correcting minor scriveners errors,the consensus of the board was to proceed
with sending the letter with a copy furnished to Chairman Don Wolfson for review and
signature.
c. Concerning a traffic calming study, Mr. Worley stated he passed the
request to the City Manager and will report the results to the board.
d. Mr.Worley informed the board that Mr. Grunthal had indicated his intent
to resign. He will provide a letter of resignation to Mr. Grunthal for his execution.
e. The board members expressed their views regarding establishing a Central
Business District.
f. Mrs. Pillmore reported that she supplied Mr. Wolfson with the name of a
representative of the State who is an expert regarding permeable surfaces. She stated she
will also furnish his name and telephone number to Mr. Worley so he may contact him
regarding speaking to the board at a future date.
There being no further business to come before the board on motion made the
meeting was adjourned.
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