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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. * * * * * * * * * * 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. * * * * * B. Request for Use by Exception - Mark J. Doll This item had been withdrawn by the applicant. * * * * * 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. * * * * * 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. * * * * * 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. * * * * * * * * * * 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. * * * * * * * * * * 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. * * * * * * * * * * There being no further business before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 8 : 45 p. m. 01\-•• (tQV.►- - W. g .y):Caulie, Chairman 0