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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 Thereupon, the applicant requested that the application be withdrawn and the Chairman requested staff to refund the application fee.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. i 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. SIGNEDR43,,,,d.PcQ he\, (TY6f— ATTE / �'