09-20-88 v MINUTES OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BOARD
OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA
September 20, 1988
7:00 P. M.
CITY HALL
PRESENT: W. Gregg McCaulie, Chairman
Louis B. MacDonell, Vice Chairman
Ruth Gregg
Kathleen Russell
John Bass
Samuel T. Howie
AND: Richard C. Fellows, City Manager
Rene' Angers, Recording Secretary
Donna Cheek
AND: Katharine Friedemann
Mark Naumanns
Albert Walker
Gary and Inez Dixon
Mark Kredell
Gerard Vermey
ABSENT: Donald Tappin
Chairman McCaulie called the meeting to order at 7:03 p. m. He
asked for comments or corrections to the minutes of the meeting
of August 16, 1988. There being none Mr. Bass motioned that they
be approved as presented. Mrs. Gregg seconded the motion which
carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
A. APPLICATION FOR REAR YARD VARIANCE; LOT 6, SELVA MARINA UNIT
NO 10-C; 371 19TH STREET; RICHARD & KATHARINE FRIEDEMANN
Mrs. Friedemann stated that due to an increase in family size
they were in need of expanding their living area. She stated
that the proposed addition to their home would extend 13' from
the rear property line.
Discussion ensued between the board and Mrs. Friedemann relative
to there being another way to expand the home without deviating
from the zoning regulations and whether there was a home owner's
association involved. After further discussion Mrs. Gregg
motioned to defer the application until the next meeting so that
the Friedemans could consider alternative methods of increasing
their living area and so that she could consult with her
neighbors. Mrs. Russell seconded the motion which carried
unanimously.
B. APPLICATION FOR REAR YARD VARIANCE; LOTS 578 & 579 SALTAIR
SECTION 1, CYPRESS STREET; MARK NAUMANN
Mr. Naumann stated that the rear yard variance from 20' to 15'
was needed in order to save large pine trees on the lot. He
indicated that he was surrounded by back yards and an apartment
complex fence on the north side. He presented statements of no
objection from his neighbors.
The City Manager noted that the lots are on an unopened,
unimproved right-of-way and asked Mr. Nauman 's plans on the
matter. Mr. Nauman stated that his immediate plans were to keep
it a dirt road, adding that he did not expect the city to open or
maintain the road.
There being no further discussion Mr. Howie motioned to approve
the application. Mrs. Russell seconded the motion which carried
unanimously.
C. APPLICATION FOR HOME OCCUPATION BY EXCEPTION; 464 SKATE ROAD;
STELLA JANE WALKER
Albert Walker stated that his wife requests permission to type on
shrink tubing and to make metal tags in their home. He stated
that the work is done for the Navy and that there would be no
outside storage or signage.
No one objected to the application. Mrs. Gregg motioned to
recommend approval of the application for Mrs. Walker. The
motion was seconded by Mr. Howie and carried unanimously.
D. APPLICATION FOR HOME OCCUPATION BY EXCEPTION; 775 SABALO
DRIVE; GARY T. DIXON (FOR INEZ DIXON )
Mr. Dixon stated that his wife has become disabled to the point
that her doctors have asked that she quit working. Mrs. Dixon
was previously employed by a commercial alteration company.
Mrs. Gregg pointed out that the Dixon's home has been the source
of numerous complaints regarding junk, debris and equipment in
the yard. She added that Mrs. Dixon 's license could be revoked
under those circumstances. Mr. Dixon replied that he is now in
complete compliance with the code.
Vanessa Deadman, next door neighbor, spoke on the Dixon's behalf.
No one objected to the application.
Mr. Howie motioned to recommend approval of the application.
Mrs. Gregg seconded the motion. Mr. MacDonell pointed out that
ordinarily customers are not permitted to come to the home but
felt that this was a unique situation. The vote was called. The
motion carried unanimously.
E. APPLICATION FOR HOME OCCUPATION BY EXCEPTION; 820 SAILFISH
DRIVE; CHARLIE J. RIGGINS
There was no one present to present the application. Mr.
MacDonell motioned to defer the application until the next
meeting. Mr. Bass seconded the motion which carried unanimously.
F. ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL TO ALLOW FOUR DUPLEXES ON TWO-DOUBLE
FRONTAGE LOTS; LOTS 17 & 18, DONNERS REPLAT; GEORGE, DUDLEY
AND LEWIS STREETS; MARK KREDELL
Mr. Kredell presented photos of the area in which he wished to
move his duplexes. He indicated that 9 of the 13 similar lots in
the area were previously subdivided and are therefore
grandfathered to allow two duplexes on each lot. He felt he was
being taxed for four lots and that if the water, sewer, paving
and drainage plan is approved he will be assessed by front
footage on each street. He added that the zoning requirements
for RGI districts, as to lot size and setbacks, would be met.
Mr. Howie motioned to grant Mr. Kredell's appeal. Mrs. Gregg
seconded the motion.
Mr. MacDonell sympathized with Mr. Kredell but noted that the
City Attorney has determined that it is legally impermissible.
Chairman McCaulie felt that approval would be, in effect, re-
writing the ordinance. He suggested taking steps to modify the
ordinance.
The vote was called. The motion to grant the appeal failed by a
four to two vote. Gregg and Howie voted YES. McCaulie,
MacDonell, Bass and Russell voted NO.
The board suggested that the City Commission review section 24-
188, possibly changing the language to allow proper use of Mr.
Kredell 's property.
G. PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL; TIFFANY BY THE SEA
Gerard Vermey, architect, presented the project to the board and
stated that rather that developing 130 multi-family dwellings the
owner proposes to develop 28 lots, including 9 duplex lots; for a
total of 38 families. He added that this project would place
less burden on public facilities. Chairman McCaulie questioned
the 45' height limit. Mr. Vermey felt if was necessary due to a
large dune on the eastern section of the property.
Several property owners in the vicinity expressed concern,
including Jack Silver-2277 Seminole Road and Desmond Waters-1835
Seminole Road.
After discussion Mrs. Russell motioned that the board defer
action on the project until more definitive plans could be
presented. Mrs. Gregg seconded the motion. The motion carried
unanimously.
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MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
Desmond Waters, President, North Duval Beaches Association, asked
the board to consider establishing a coastal setback line rather
than the one in use by DNR. He noted that several older homes
are being altered and new homes are being constructed that are
more seaward than the majority of the homes. Chairman McCaulie
asked Mr. Waters to do some research on the matter and report
back to the board for their recommendation.
Stan Reiger, Florida Planning & Zoning Association, informed the
board of the FPZA Annual Conference at the Omni Hotel on October
12, 13 and 14. He stated that a workshop for zoning board
members would be held on October 14th at 9AM which would be
beneficial the the Community Development Board. He urged all
members to attend.
Mrs. Russell passed around information regarding a fence on Beach
Avenue and stated that they had originally planned to seek a
variance at this meeting but that it had been temporarily
withdrawn.
There being no further business before the board the meeting was
adjourned at 8: 31 p. m.
g M lie, Chairman