Exh 8AAGENDA YTEM #8A
OCTOBER 14, 2002
CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH
CITY COMMISSION MEETING
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA ITEM: Request for aUse-by-Exception (File No. UBE-2002-06) to allow the
development of a custom cabinet and woodcrafts shop, with associated
limited warehousing and office use, all within an enclosed, new 15,000
square foot building to be located at the southeast corner Mayport Road and
Church Road.
SUBMITTED BY: Sonya Doerr, AICP, Community Development Director ~i/
DATE: September 26, 2002
BACKGROUND: This request seeks approval of aUse-by-Exception to allow for the relocation
of an existing custom cabinetry and woodcrafts business with associated office and limited warehousing
use. The proposed business will occupy a new 15,000 square foot building. All development shall be
subject to applicable permitting requirements including landscaping, required buffers, stormwater
management and parking and the amended sign regulations. It is Staff's opinion that the proposed use
is consistent and compatible with surrounding uses, and that this use is of a less intense character than
other by-right Permitted Uses in the CG Zoning District. Staff finds that the request complies with
Section 24-63 and recommends approval of the requested Use-by-Exception, subject to the following
conditions: no chain link, or similar type of fence will be installed on the westernmost side of the
property which adjoins Mayport Road; any such fencing will be limited to that as shown on the site plan
submitted with this application, all exterior lighting shall be directed towards the site and shall not
illuminate adjacent residential parcels, and all, business activities shall be maintained within the
enclosed building, and there shall be no outside storage of any goods or materials.
The Community Development Board considered the request at their September 17th meeting and
recommended approval subject to the conditions recommended by staff. In addition to conditions
requested by Staff, the CD Board requested that any chain-link fence use to enclose the retention area at
the rear of the site be a black or green painted or vinyl-coated_fence.
BUDGET: None.
RECOMMENDATION: Motion to approve aUse-by-Exception (File No. UBE-2002-06), to allow
for the development of a custom cabinet and woodcrafts shop, with associated limited warehousing and
office use, all within an enclosed, new 15,000 square foot building to be located at the southeast corner
Mayport Road and Church Road, subject to the following conditions:
No chain link, or similar type of fence shall be installed on the westernmost side of the
property,. which adjoins Mayport Road, and further, any such fencing shall be limited to that as
shown on the site plan submitted with this application and shall be a vinyl coated or painted
black or green fence.
all exterior lighting shall be .directed towards the site and shall not illuminate adjacent
residential parcels.
All business activities shall be maintained within the enclosed building, and there shall be no
outside storage of any goods or materials.
ATTACHMENTS: Staff Report and application package prepared for Community Development
Board meeting.
REVIEWED BY CITY MANAGER:
AGENDA ITEM #8A
OCTOBER 14, 2002
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COMMUNITY. DEVELOPMENT STAFF REPORT
September 17, 2002 Public Hearing
Use-by-Exception, UBE-2002-06
To: .Community Development Board
From: Planning, Zoning and Community Development Department
City of Atlantic Beach
Date: September 09, 2002
Subject: UBE-2002-06
Applicant: Jerry Hoey
Beaches Woodcrafts
1936 Beach Avenue .
Atlantic Beach,,Florida 32233
Requested Change: Request for aUse-by-Exception to allow development of a custom
cabinet and woodcrafts shop, with associated limited warehousing and .
office use, all within an enclosed, new 15,000 square foot building.
Location: Southeast corner Mayport Road.and Church Road (15 Simmons Road)
Existing Zoning: CG (Commercial General)
Future Land Use: CG (Commercial General)
Surrounding Zoning: CG and RG-2
Surrounding Land Use: Various commercial uses and some residential.
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OCTOBER 14, 2002
STAFF COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATION
This request seeks approval of aUse-by-Exception to allow for the relocation of an existing custom
cabinetry and woodcrafts business with associated office and limited warehousing use. The
proposed business will occupy a new 15,000 square foot building. All business related activities will
occur indoors, and there will be no outside storage on the site. Development of the site shall be
subject to all permitting requirements including landscaping, any required buffers, stormwater
management and parking and the amended sign regulations. This section of Mayport Road consists
of various relatively high intensity commercial uses, although there are also residential uses in this
area. It is Staff's opinion that the proposed use is consistent and compatible with surrounding uses,
and that this use is of a less intense character than other by-right Permitted Uses in the CG Zoning
District. Staff finds that the request complies with Section 24-63 and recommends approval of the
requested Use-by-Exception; subject to the following conditions: no chain link, or similar type of
fence will be installed on the westernmost side of the property which adjoins Mayport Road; any
such fencing will be limited to that as shown on the site plan submitted with this application, all
exterior lighting shall be directed towards the site and shall not illuminate adjacent residential
parcels.
SUGGESTED ACTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL
The Community Development Board may consider a motion to recommend approval to the
City Commission of the requested Use-by-Exception to allow a custom' cabinetry and
woodcrafts shop, with associated limited warehousing and office use on property located at the
southeast corner Mayport Road and Church Road (15 Simmons Road) as described by legal
description within the application, provided: .
No chain link, or similar type of fence shall be installed on the westernmost side of the
property which adj oins Mayport Road, and further any such fencing shall be limited to that as
shown on the site plan submitted with this application.
all exterior lighting shall be directed towards the site and shall not illuminate adjacent
residential parcels.
All business activities shall be maintained within the enclosed building, and there shall be no
outside storage of any goods or materials.'
(Provide findings of fact similar to the following, and attach other conditions as may be
appropriate.)
1. Approval of this Use-by-Exception is in compliance with the requirements of Section 24-63,
Zoning and Subdivision Regulations for the City of Atlantic Beach.
2. The request is not contrary to public interest and is not detrimental to the health, safety and
welfare of general public.
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3. The proposed use is compatible with adjacent properties and other properties within the
surrounding area.
4. The proposed use is not in conflict with the City's Comprehensive Plan and is consistent
with the Commercial General Future Land Use designation.
SUGGESTED .ACTION TO RECOMMEND .DENIAL
The Community Development Board may consider a motion to recommend denial to the City
Commission of the requested Use-by-Exception to allow a custom cabinetry and tivoodcrafts
shop, with associated limited warehousing and office use on property located at the southeast
corner Mayport Road and Church Road (15 Simmons Road), provided:
(Provide findings of fact similar to the following.)
1. Approval of this Use-by-Exception is riot incompliance with the requirements of Section 24-
63, Zoning and Subdivision Regulations for the City of Atlantic Beach because
2. -The request is contrary to public interest and may be detrimental to the health, safety and
welfare of general public because .
3. The proposed use is not compatible with adjacent properties and other properties within the
surrounding area because
4. The proposed use is in conflict with the City's Comprehensive Plan and is not consistent
with the Commercial General Future Land Use designation because
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APPLICATION FUR A. YJSE-13~'-EXCEPTION
City of Atlantic Beach • 800 Seminole Road • Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233-5445
Phone: (904) 247-5800 • FAX (904) 247-~80~ • http:/lwwvv/ci.atlantic-beach.fLus
Date Ll7 /~~/ ~~-- FiIcNo. ~t~` •Z~z~~~l~ Receipt
I. Applic:ant'sName Jerry Hoey (Beaches Woodcrafts)
2.. Applicant'sAddress 1936 Beach Avenue / Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
~3., Propertyi;ocation S E Quadrant - Mayport Rd & Church St_ (15 Simmons Rd._1
4:~: PrapertyAppraiser'sRealEstateNumberl]~1 S?-OOnO BlockNo.• p~, R, ~'~ Lot No. GPe t.aRT 1
5. Current 7.oiung CIassiticationCS ~a r_ ~ 17 2T93•~O~~~prehcusive l'Ian Future Land Usc c[esibnation
7. Requested Use-by-Exception To allow development on Church St . , of a 15, 000 sf
buildinet to be used•as office. cabinet .shop & light warehouse (all enclose
nfl p, is de storage) '
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1D. Statement of facts aid special reasons for requested Use-by-Exception, which demonstrates compliance with Section
24-63 of the City of Atlantic Beach Code of Ordinances, Zoning and Subdivision Regulations. Attach as Exhibit A.
(The attached guide ma.' be used if desire. Please address each item, as appropriate to this request.)
l I. Provide all of the foIloK•ing information:
a. Site Plan showing the location of a1I structures, temporary and permanent, including setbacks, bui]ding
height; number of stories and square footage, impervious surface area, and ea:istinR andlor proposed ~:
.~ driveways. Identify any c~-isting structures and uses.
b.~ Proof of ownership (deed or certificate by Ia~vyer or abstract company or title company that verifies record ; ,
ofvner as above). If the applicant is not the owner, a Ieiter of authorization from the owner(s) for applicant to
represent the owner for all purposes related to this applicatioa must be provided.
~ Survey and legal description of propert}• sought to be rezoned. (Attach as Exhibit B.)
d. Required number of copies (~
e. Application Fee (SI00.00)
I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT ALL INFORNL4TION PROVIDED WITH THIS APPLICATION IS CORRECT:
Signature of owner(s) or authorized person if ovs•ner's authorization form is attached:. •
Printed or typed na (s): Jerry Hoey •
- Signature(s): ~ • s
ADDRESS AND C ACT L\'F 1AT10N OF P ON TO RECEIVE ALL CORRESPONDENCE REGARDWG THIS ~.
• APPLICATION Name: . ~ •
Mailing Address: 1936 Beach Avenue Atlantic Beach 32233 ':
- Phone: 249-0785 FAX: 246-6266 E-maiI,7EI.r6iT1@ Hellseu'~•~rct ~ • ••-
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Z'Iie review of an application for aUse-by-Exception shall consider the following items. PIease
address each of the following as applicable to your specific application.
I. Ingress and 'egress to property and proposed Structures thereon with particular reference to vehicular and
pedestrian safety and convenience, trafn"c flow and control and access in cast of fire or catastrophe.
tine dr~veway for both ingress and egress to be located approximately
_ X00 feet from Mayport for .safe, convenient, slow access. See si e
• plan - Very safe traffic flow.
2. Parking and Loading Spaces, where required, with particular attention to the items in (1) above.
Ver convenient & safe with required handicap and abundant turning
radius. See attached site plan - spaces - a per ci y co e.
3. • The potential for any adverse impacts to adjoining properties and properties generally in the area resulting
', from excessive noise, glare and lighting, odor, tr-arfic and similar characteristics of the Use by-Exception
being requested.
None. All activities will be enclosed during daylight hours - ample
' buffers and landscaping_ o.emrssion o g are, not .
Concrete. block with insu a e roo _
" 4. Rcfusc, trash collection and service areas, with articular reference to items (1) and (2) above;
See site plan -'screened, sae,, easy. access.
~'. Utilities, with reference to locations, availability and tom atibility•
' Existing gravity sewer manhole in pChurc~li Street - existing water
main in C urc
G. If adjacent uses are different types of uses, dcscrioe type of. screening and buffering that will be provided
between your use and theadjaccntuse, mhe easterly 75 ft. included in this .
a.~-Zi..I'atlnn ~.r; i ~ ~ rve as a permanent buffer zone to include storm
-met®n~-inn ~ gr'PP Grace buffer with ample landscape screening per
7. Signs, if any, and proposed' exterior lighting, u+ith zeference to Slane, traffic safety, economic effects and
• compatzbility and harmony with properties in the District (Sec Signs and Advertising, Chapter 17.)
'pl6i-~re~ stan~~; ~ = o~?~~.irQns - 2 (Type ) Monument signs as shown
a-ttached-sit.P n1 an ro com~2?y with city code.
8. Required Yards and other Open Space, Show buildins setbacks and azcas of open space on site plan.
9. General eornpatibiIiry with adjacent properties and other property in the surrounding Zoning District as
" well asconsistenrywithapplicableprovisionsoftheComprehensivePlan. This development will
-__rr~ate i A=•G +-raff; c than other allowable CG uses and will serve as
' ~ i t-y redey,~1 anment end i mnrovPmant to i-ha Mav= nrt_(~
• The 'propos.P~ site des; an ; G c'mm~a+-i hl o zJ}_t,}~~ -- s -and
the comprehensive plan.
Other information you may urish to provide: ~ See exhibit "n "
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Exhibit "C"
The Subject Property is presently owned by:
Oprah Lee Jackson
15 Simmons Road
Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233
This property is under purchase agreement to Mr. Jerry Hoey, a 52-year Atlantic Beach resident
and owner of Beaches Woodcrafts. Beaches Woodcrafts is an Atlantic Beach designer and
maker of custom cabinets doing business in Atlantic Beach for 26 years. Mr. Hoey, presently
located at 102 Stewarts Street in Atlantic Beach, intends to relocate his business to the Subject
Property. This proposed development will be modern and visually appealing, and will serve as a
large capital investment in Atlantic Beach and aid in redevelopment . of the Mayport Road
comdor. Traffic will be safe and convenient with access to Church Street from Mayport Road
through a signalized intersection. Mr. Hoey's site plan is more than compatible with adjacent
land uses. All activities will be conducted inside the enclosed buildirig, which will be
constructed of concrete block and an insulated metal roof.
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OCTOBER 14, 2002
Draft minutes of the September 17, 2002 Community Development Board meeting
a. UBE-200?-06, Jerrv Hoev. (Beaches Woodcrafts) Request for aUse-bv-Exception to
allow office use, cabinet shop and light warehousing in a 15,000 square foot building, with
all activities located within the enclosed building, on a two-acre parcel in the Commercial
General (CG) Zoning District and located at 15 Simmons Road.
Mr. Jerry Hoey introduced himself and stated that he would like to develop a 15,000 square foot
building to house his company, Beaches Woodcraft. Mr. Hoey further stated that he would
occupy approximately 8,000 square feet and would expect to grow into the balance of the space
in five years. Until that time, he stated that he would rent the space and that any proposed tenant
would be consistent with the Use-by-Exception.
In response to a question from Mr. Frohwein, Ms. Doerr advised that even though a portion of
the land was zoned RG-2, the zoning of the larger portion was zoned Commercial General and,
therefore, the zoning of the larger portion of the lot conveys to the smaller portion of the lot.
Discussion was held .with regard to the address of the property. Mr. Jason Henson, who
represents the seller of the property, explained that the address of 15 Simmons Road was the
address of the current owner of the building and the land located behind the building.
Mr. Wolfson expressed- concern with regard to the close proximity of the retention pond to
residential property. Ms. Doerr stated that the retention pond was required to~meet drainage
requirements.
Mrs. Walker requested that Ms. Doerr ensure that the landscape ordinance be applied to this
property. .
Mr. Wolfson requested that the applicant install a fence to deter children from entering the
retention pond. He further requested that the applicant install avinyl-coated fencing that would
blend into the shrubbery. Ms. Doerr advised the Board that the applicant was required to comply
with landscaping requirements and buffering and would recommend that the fericing be located
on the inside of the buffer.
A motion was made by Mr. Burkhart, seconded by Mr. Wolfson and unanimously carried
to recommend approval of the Use-by-Exception to the City Commission with the following
conditions:
1) No chain link, or similar type of fence shall be installed on the westernmost side of
the property, which adjoins Mayport Road, and further any such fencing shall be
limited to that as shown on the site plan submitted with this application.
2) All exterior lighting shall be directed towards the site and shall not illuminate
adjacent residential parcels.
3) All business activities shall be maintained within the enclosed building, and there
shall be no outside storage of any goods or materials.
4) The fencing on the eastern side of the property adjacent .to the residential uses be
aesthetically attractive, such as a dark green or black vinyl-coated fence.