617 Atlantic Boulevard WAIV17-0001 PresentationRequest for a waiver as permitted by Section 17-52 to allow a sign partially in the public right-of-way requiring Commission approval by Section 17-42(13) and to increase the maximum
sign height from 8 feet as required by Section 17-29(c)(1) to 12 feet at Saltair Section 1 Lots765 and 766 (aka 617 Atlantic Boulevard)
WAIV17-0001
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Site Context and Detail
CG Zoning.
CM (Commercial) Future Land Use.
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Proposed Plan
Refinish existing wood sign with concrete.
Partially in right-of-way
12 feet tall
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Need for a Waiver
Section 17-42(13)- The following signs and devices shall be prohibited within the City of Atlantic Beach:
(13) Private signs on any public property, other than as specifically approved by the City Commission
Section 17-29(c)(1)- Freestanding Signs-
Size Permitted: 1 square foot of sign display area for each linear foot of frontages of the development parcel on which the sign is placed, provided no such sign shall exceed 96 square
feet of sign display area, or 8 feet in height and 12 feet in width.
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Analysis and Concerns
Nonconforming signs shall be made conforming with all provisions of this chapter when any of the following changes are made:
a. Any change to the structural supports or structural materials
d. Any change which alters the material used for the display area or face area by more than 25%
g. Any change necessary for compliance with Florida Building Code requirements
Sightlines east on Atlantic Boulevard.
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Recommended Conditions
If approved- that landscaping be installed around the base of the sign in the areas not used for parking.
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Action to be Taken
Get Commission consensus to move item WAIV17-0001 forward to a Public Hearing on June 12, 2017.
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