11-18-86 v MINUTES OF THE ADVISORY PLANNING BOARD
CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA
November 18, 1986
CITY HALL
7:00 P. M.
Present: W. Gregg McCaulie
Ron D. Gray
Ruth Gregg
Candace Nordan
And: Rene' Angers, Secretary
And: Tom West
Sam Waters
Danny Leigh
Commissioner John W. Morris, Jr.
Bobby Joe Ford
Larry Faulk
Raymond C. Flott
Mr. and Mrs. Norton
Absent : Guy M. Jennings
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p. m. by Chairman
McCaulie. He asked for a motion on the minutes of the meeting of
October 21, 1986. Ron Gray motioned that they be approved as
presented. Ruth Gregg seconded the motion which carried
unanimously.
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OLD BUSINESS
A. Request for Use by Exception - Tom West
Deferred from October 21, 1986 meeting and sent for Code
Enforcement; operating without proper licenses and with open
storage of materials and equipment.
Tom West stated that he had no intent to violate any ordinance
and that when he learned of the situation he had it corrected.
He stated that he was requesting a use by exception for a
contractor's office, with no outside storage; and for small
engine repair, such as lawn mowers.
Candace Nordan stated that Mr. West had cleaned up the operation
since the previous meeting. She motioned to recommend approval
of the application subject to no automobiles and no outside
storage. Gregg McCaulie seconded the motion which carried
unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
A. Request for Plat Approval - Sam Waters
Mr. Waters, 1202 North 21st Street, Jacksonville Beach, stated
that he wished to plat the property into 6 duplex lots, each
75' x 100' , with an 80 ' x 225 ' tract in the center for
drainage/retention. The property is located in the Lewis
Subdivision between Church and Stewart Streets. Mr. Waters
stated that he would maintain ownership of the lots and the
retention area.
The Board expressed concern over maintenance of the retention
area. Ron Gray motioned to defer action on the request and
refer it back to City Hall for additional concept review. Ruth
Gregg seconded the motion.
Mr. Johnny Tucker, 42 Eleventh Street, spoke on behalf of Mr.
Waters. He stated that Mr. Waters wants to maintain ownership of
the lots and that he should be permitted to maintain ownership of
the retention pond.
The vote was called. The motion to defer the item carried
unanimously.
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B. Request for Use by Exception - Mark J. Doll
This item had been withdrawn by the applicant.
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C. Request for Use by Exception - Mini Storage Associates, LTD.
Mr. Danny Leigh, 4001 Confederate Point Road, Jacksonville,
stated that they wished to expand the existing Mayport Mini
Storage facility, located north of the Hardees Restaurant on
Mayport Road, to an area directly behind the Hardees Restaurant,
fronting on Levy Road. He stated that the property was bordered
by The restaurant and Fowler ' s Manufacturing, and that there was
a storage facility for natural gas and a carwash across the
street. He added that there would be no access on Levy Road for
security reasons.
Ron Gray motioned to recommend approval subject to installation
of a 6 ' shadow box fence (with the most aesthetic side out ) in a
5' buffer zone, with three 2 ' insets, and with trees, 3" in
diameter planted in each inset; and subject to no ingress or
egress on Levy Road. Ruth Gregg seconded the motion which
carried unanimously.
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D. Request for Use by Exception - Johnson Properties/Oceanside
Church of Christ.
Bobby Joe Ford, 632 Bay Street, Neptune Beach, stated that he
represented the owners in the application for Use by Exception.
He introduced the minister of the church, Larry Paulk.
Mr. Paulk stated that their church had approximately 70 members,
most with a military background. He stated that they desire a
location in close proximity to the naval base. He stated that
they proposed to construct a 4, 700 square foot block building
with brick veneer. The facilities would include an auditorium
with seating capacity of 160, a nursery, office space and
classrooms. He stated that there would be no fund raising
activities on the premises, such as carnivals, bingo games, craft
sales, etc.
Commissioner John Morris stated that the proposed building would
take-up approximately 10% of the 50, 000 square foot parcel, and
that less than half of the land area would be covered by building
and paving.
Jane Hallenstein, 558 Clippership Lane, and Johnny Tucker, 42
11th Street spoke on behalf of the church.
There being no further discussion, Ruth Gregg motioned to
recommend approval. Ron Gray seconded the motion which carried
unanimously.
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E. Relief from the Septic Tank Moratorium - Raymond C. Flott
Mr. Flott, 2624 Landsdowne Drive, Jacksonville, stated that he
has a contract to sell his property, Lots 1-6, Block 138, Section
H, subject to the buyer obtaining septic tank permits. The sales
contract was executed prior to passage of the resolution and the
ordinance establishing the moratorium. Mr. Flott stated that it
was imperative that he sell the property before the first of the
year due to the changes in the tax laws. He added that he was
told at a commission meeting that his property, being located
west of Jasmine Street, was not included under the moratorium
district since there were no plans for improvements of that area.
Donald Dagley expressed concern as to the elevation of the
property. He stated that he did not want to look at elevated
septic tanks.
The Board pointed out Section 3 of the ordinance which states
economic hardship is not grounds for relief. They expressed
concern that approval may set a precedent.
Ron Gray motioned to recommend denial of the request, recognizing
that the City Commission may consider the situation a hardship
and grant the variance. Candace Nordan seconded the motion which
carried unanimously.
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MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS (Taken out of Order)
A. Relief from Septic Tank Moratorium - Terry Norton
Terry Norton, 2168 Sallis Lane, Atlantic Beach, stated that he
had moved out of state 16 years ago to work in the oil
industry. They had moved back 10 days ago to build their home on
Block 217, Section H when they learned of the septic tank
moratorium. He stated that they were living with his mother-in-
law until construction of their home was complete. He stated that
they would hook up to public utilities when they became available.
Mrs. Norton added that they planned to spend the rest of their
lives in this home.
After a general discussion Ron Gray motioned to recommend
approval of the request subject to hooking up to sewer when it
becomes available and complying with the rules and regulations in
effect at the time. Ruth Gregg seconded the motion which carried
unanimously.
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NEW BUSINESS (Continued)
F. Determination of Zoning Districts for Seminole Beach Area
The Board studied the proposed zoning map of the area. After a
brief discussion, Ron Gray motioned to recommend approval of the
zoning districts as indicated on the map. Ruth Gregg seconded
the motion which carried unanimously.
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There being no further business before the Board, the meeting was
adjourned at 8 : 45 p. m.
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W. g .y):Caulie, Chairman
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