HomeMy WebLinkAboutDRC - 042706 - Commerce ParkDevelopment Review Committee Meeting
Petition PPUD- 06 -03- 000007
Garden's Commerce Park
April 27, 2006
Present: Mike Morrow
Richard Marrero
Ross Gilmore
Kara Irwin
Jules Barone
Judy Dye
Brian Cheguis — Cotleur- Hearing
Dan Cecil — Pishov Partners
Mark Smiley — Smiley and Associates
Rene Tercilla - Tercilla Coutghemanche
Glen Straub - Pishov Partners
Mark Hendrickson - City Forester arrived at 3:10 PM
The meeting started at 2:08 PM.
Brian Cheguis addressed the comment packet that was prepared by staff. He talked about
the comments Scott Fetterman's submitted regarding the sprinkler system. He showed
staff in the site plan where this had already been addressed. He addressed the comments
submitted by Seacoast Utilities and stated they are working on this and it should be done
very soon.
Brian Cheguis talked about Officer Barone's comments and stated that they agree with all
his comments and will comply. Officer Barone went on to discuss securing the
construction site. He stated that historically there are a lot of thefts at construction sites
and Brian added that they were going to be putting up fence screening around the site.
Kara Irwin talked about lighting issues and asked the applicant to be thoughtful of the
residents in the next community when putting up the lighting for security.
Brian Cheguis addressed Judy Dye's comments. Judy asked that the applicant go through
her comments and respond in writing. Brian showed Judy on the site plan what they are
going to do to comply with these issues. There was discussion about the access into the
project and Judy gave suggestions on what acceptable access would be. Discussion
ensued about the entrances and what can be done to rectify Judy's concerns. There was
also discussion about the easements and Brian stated that Judy's concerns had already
been corrected. Judy discussed the photometric plan and asked them to use shields on the
sides that are adjacent to the neighboring properties. They also stated that they will need
a construction plan review in the near firture.
Brian Cheguis asked Ross Gilmore about the parking area and the islands. Ross went
over the site plan and talked about the islands and the amount of open space in the
parking lot. Discussion ensued regarding the parking area. Ross stated that any
additional parking requires additional open space. He feels that since they want to add 4
spaces they will need to add additional open space. Kara Irwin is going to check the code
for more specifics on this issue.
Brian Cheguis presented the sign package which includes all the specifics for the signs,
and he pointed out on the site plan where the signs will be located.
There was discussion about the name of the project and Richard Marrero stated that staff
is asking them not to use the word "Gardens' in the name of the project. The applicant
stated that the word "Gardens" is important to the name of this project and he as already
invested money in advertising and other material with the name "Gardens Park of
Commerce." They stated that they did a search on the name before putting money into
the name and there is no other commerce park with a similar name. They would like to
have further discussion about his matter.
Kara Irwin asked the applicant if they already had tenants lined up for this building. She
suggested talking to staff prior to this because the City is trying to attract biotech and
research companies and there are and there will be incentives for having these companies
in the city. Also, if they attract these types of companies they will be able to go through
the expedited permitting program. She suggested they call her for additional information
on contacting these types of companies.
There was conversation about the architecture and decorative features of the building and
the applicant showed staff pictures of the decorative features.
There was discussion about the buffer around the property and Ross stated they would
like to see this relocated. There was discussion about the type of trees and the possibility
of trees interfering with the power lines. Brian added they will be asking for a waiver
regarding the buffer. There was also discussion about putting up an 8 foot wall with
landscaping on both sides. Ross pointed out on the site plan where the wall should be
located. They also talked about the where the berm should be located and what the berm
will be made of
They talked about the foundation landscaping and the applicant would like to reduce this
because there is already a lot of landscaping behind the surgery center. After much
discussion Kara Irwin suggested the applicant apply for a waiver for the foundation
landscaping reductions. Mark Hendrickson arrived and suggested they do not file for a
waiver but put in Palm Trees between the units and use the trees in the most appropriate
areas for the trees.
There was conversation about the loading zone area. Judy Dye talked about not having
enough room for trucks to pull and Brian stated that they would like to have parking
spaces in the back which would be for loading purposes. This would deter a person from
just pulling up in the back of the building and blocking the loading area. There was
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ongoing discussion about this issue and Judy stated that they would probably have to
mitigate this issue because she does not agree with the applicant on this issue.
The meeting ended at: 3:25 PM
Submitted by:
Susan Bell, Public Information/ Recording Coordinator
Development Review Committee
April 27, 2006
2:00 p.m.
Petition PPUD- o6 -03- 000007
Gardens Park of Commerce
DRC Comments
CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
10500 N. MILITARY TRAIL PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA 33410 -4698
FIRE RESCUE DEPARTMENT
MEMORANDUM
TO: Richard Marrero, Planner DATE: April 10, 2006
APPROVED:
FROM: Scott Fetterman, Deputy Chief
RE: PPUD- 06 -03- 000007: The Gardens Park of Commerce
Fire Rescue has reviewed the above referenced PUD petition and has the
following comments and concerns:
• The buildings will require fire sprinklers however the engineering
plans do not indicate Double Detector Check Valve assemblies.
These items should be indicated on the plans to insure that they do
not conflict with landscaping. Additional fire hydrants may also be
required to meet the 100' travel distance from the hydrants to the
Sprinkler System Siamese connections.
Thank you for your assistance and consideration in this matter. Please
contact me if you have any questions.
Inter - Office Memorandum
To: Richard Marrero, Pla
From: Officer Jules Barone
Date: 04/11/2006
Subject: Petition PPUD -06- 000007: The Gardens Park Of Commerce
(Burns Road/Riverside Drive)
Comments:
I. Applicant shall provide a detailed Photometric Lighting Plan with types and
location of lights before the issuance of a building permit.
1. Metal Halide lighting shall be used for all street and pedestrian walkways.
• Lighting locations should not conflict with landscaping, (to include long
term tree canopy growth).
• Provide timer clock /photo cell lighting for nighttime use above or near
entryways and all exits including emergency exits.
2. Building lighting shall be around perimeter of all sides and on pedestrian
sidewalk surrounding the building. Non - glare lighting shall be used..
3. Landscaping shall not obstruct view from windows or walkways.
4. Directory shall be placed at the ingress point and strategically place directory
with arrow indicator for building at vehicle driver sight level.
5. Commercial numbering system:
• Shall be illuminated for night time visibility, (photo cell) and not be
obstructed by landscaping.
Shall be placed at multiple locations, front and rear of buildings, twelve inch
Arabic numerals.
Should have bi- directional visibility from the roadway.
II. Natural Surveillance
1. Provide landscaping that does not create hiding spaces.
2. Provide clearly marked transitional zones that indicate movement from public
to semipublic through use of brick pavers.
3. Windows and exterior doors should be visible from parking area.
4. Parking spaces should be assigned to each employee and visitor.
5. Parking areas should be visible from windows.
6. Allow shrubbery to be no more than three feet high for clear visibility in
vulnerable areas.
III. Dumpsters:
• Enclosures should not allow for easy concealment.
• Large enough to accommodate
• Should not be located in public area.
IV. Loading Zone /Area
With designated delivery hours, should be separate from public
parking.
Loading area should not create dead end or blind spot.
V. All Structures should be target hardened, to include but not limited to:
• Buildings shall be pre -wired for an alarm system.
• Doors shall be equipped with metal plate over thresh- hold of the
locking mechanism.
• Rear door shall have 180 degree peephole viewers /window.
• Case hardened commercial grade dead bolt locks shall be installed
on all exterior doors with minimum of one inch throw.
Door hinges shall be installed on interior side of door or tamper -
proof hinges used.
Bicycle racks should be placed in close proximity to buildings and
not in parking lots.
Overhead door access at rear of buildings shall be pre -wired for
alarm system.
CC: Chief S. Stepp
Major J. Bunch
Major R. Artola
Capt. A. Wesenick
Capt. R. Facchine
Files
Seacoast Utility Authority
EXECUTIVE OFFICE
April 12, 2006
Mr. Richard Marrero
Planning & Zoning Division
City of Palm Beach Gardens
10500 North Military Trail
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
RE: Gardens Park of Commerce
Dear Mr. Marrero:
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 109602
Palm Beach Gardens,
Florida 33410 -9602
We offer the following comments on your transmittal dated April 7, 2006 concerning the referenced
project. The applicant needs to schedule a pre - engineering meeting with Seacoast as soon as possible.
There are several water and sewer related issues that need to be resolved before the site plan should be
considered for approval. These issues include, but are not limited to the following:
1. The proposed relocation of the sewer line easement is not acceptable as submitted. The proposed
building A will eliminate the existing sewer connection to the property to the north and does not
provide sufficient access to the existing sanitary sewer manhole adjacent to 195.
2. The applicant needs to submit preliminary engineering plans for the extensive off site sanitary
sewer line replacement that will be necessary to provide sewer service to the project.
3. The applicant needs to address fire flow requirements for the project.
4. The applicant needs to revise the landscape plans to clearly depict proposed water and sewer lines,
wire utilities and their respective easements.
Please call if you require additional information.
Sincerely,
SEACOAST UTILITY A ORITY
Q�k�� Bruce Gregg
Director of Operations
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J. Callaghan
J. Dye
J. Lance
CITY OF PALM BCH GDNS
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
Richard Marrero
FROM:
Judy A. T. Dye
DATE:
April 12, 2006
FILE NO.
06 -4465
Revised April 20, 2006
SUBJECT: Gardens Park of Commerce
(PUD- 06- 03 -07)
We have reviewed the following plans and information for the above referenced
project received March 30, 2006:
• Development application prepared by Cotleur & Hearing, Inc.
• Justification Statement prepared by Cotleur & Hearing, Inc.
• Letter of Available Solid Waste Capacity From The Solid Waste Authority
dated March 24, 2006.
• Letter of Available Water and Sewer Capacity From Seacoast Utility Authority
dated March 21, 2006.
• Copy of Development Review Check
• Warranty Deed
• Aerial Location Map prepared by Cotleur & Hearing, Inc.
• Adjoining Parcel PBC Owner /Address Listing
• Letter to Solid Waste Authority dated March 10, 2006 prepared by Cotleur &
Hearing, Inc.
• Copy of PBCTD Letter dated December 6, 2005 on Traffic Performance
Standards Review for Covenant Church Site Redevelopment.
• Copy of Technical Memorandum, Referencing Revised Traffic Study dated
November 21, 2005, which is dated December 6, 2005 prepared by McMahon
Associates.
• Drainage Statement prepared by Smiley & Associates, Inc.
• Color Board prepared by Tercilla Courtemanche Architects, Inc.
• Colored Elevations Plan (Drawing A3.Oprepared by Tercilla Courtemanche
Architects, Inc.
• Preliminary Engineering Plan (Sheet 1 of 1) prepared by Smiley & Associates,
Inc.
• Boundary Survey with Topographical Data prepared by Sunshine Surveyors
• Site Plan (Sheet 1 through 3 of 5) prepared by Cotleur & Hearing, Inc.
• Landscape Plan & Details (Sheet 4 & 5 of 5) prepared by Cotleur & Hearing,
Inc.
We have the following comments:
• The applicant shall provide a written response to all comments, indicating
how each comment has been addressed.
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1. The applicant shall revise the boundary survey to show the dimension of the
east segment of the north line of the parcel, which is not labeled, for
conformance with Section 78 -46 of the LDR.
2. The applicant shall dimension the tie from the northwest corner of the parcel to
the centerline of the easement, to the east, for conformance with Section 78 -46
of the LDR.
3. The applicant shall provide an accessible route from each of the buildings to the
public sidewalk for conformance with ADA STANDARDS FOR
ACCESSIBLE DESIGN Section 4.1.2 Accessible Sites and Exterior Facilities:
New Construction. An accessible site shall meet the following minimum
requirements: (1) At least one accessible route complying with 4.3 shall be
provided within the boundary of the site from public transportation stops,
accessible parking spaces, passenger loading zones if provided, and public
streets or sidewalks, to an accessible building entrance. (See also Florida
Building Code Section 11- 4.3.2) While the applicant shows an accessible route
to the east end of the sidewalk for the north building, the applicant shall show
the proposed route, or a separate accessible route, connected to the sidewalk of
the south building.
4. The applicant shall identify the location of all handicap ramps on the site plan
(Sheet 2 of 5) and the engineering plan (Sheet 1 of 1). The applicant shall label
the handicap ramps as "HR" or "CR" at the time of the site plan review. At the
time of construction plan review the FDOT Index 304 CR numbers shall be
shown for each location.
5. The applicant shall show, label and dimension, all easements on the site plan
(Sheet 2 of 5) and engineering plan (Sheet 1 of 1) for conformance with Section
78 -46 of the LDR. There are a number of easements, which are shown on the
boundary survey, that are not shown on the above plans,
6. The applicant shall show and label all easements on the landscape plan (Sheet 4
of 5) for conformance with Section 78 -46 of the LDR. The easements on the
landscape plan may be "ghosted ".
7. The applicant shall revise the engineering plan (Sheet 1 of 1), for conformance
with Section 78 -46 of the LDR, for consistency with the boundary survey,
which shows the Bellsouth easement along the west line of the parcel to be 15-
feet wide. The engineering plan shows a 12 -foot Bellsouth easement at this
location.
8. The applicant shall clarify the east/west diagonal easement running through the
north parking area, for conformance with Section 78 -46 of the LDR. The site
plan (Sheet 2 of 5) indicates it is a FP &L easement, whereas the boundary
control and engineering plan (Sheet 1 of 1) indicate that it is a sewer easement.
The applicant shall revise the plans for consistency.
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9. The applicant shall clarify the northeast/southwest diagonal easement running
through the north parking area, east of the north building, for conformance with
Section 78 -46 of the LDR. The site plan (Sheet 2 of 5) indicates that it is a
sewer easement, whereas the boundary control and engineering plan (Sheet 1 of
1) indicate it is a FP &L easement. The applicant shall revise the plans for
consistency.
10. The applicant shall show existing and proposed utility lines and structures on
the landscape plan (Sheet 4 of 5), for conformance with Section 78 -46 of the
LDR. The utility lines and structures, on the landscape plan, may be "ghosted ".
11. The applicant shall label all drainage control structures (CS) on the plans,
including the landscape plan, for conformance with Section 78 -46 of the LDR.
12. Upon approval of the development order for this project, the applicant shall
secure a "Seacoast Utility Authority Capacity Allocation Commitment for
Public Water and/or Sewer Service," which shall be verified by the delivery of
a fully executed copy of the document to the Planning and Zoning Division
within 30 -days of granting of the development order. If the document is not
submitted within 30 -days, the development order shall be automatically void
and have no further effect.
13. The applicant shall revise the Justification Statement under Objective 1.1.4 and
Policy 10.1.1.1. (d) Planned Unit Development Compliance, which notes that
the proposed project is a "residential" project.
12. The applicant shall revise the project name on the plan sheets and application
documents for consistency, per Section 78 -46 of the LDR. Some plan sheets
and application documents identify the project name as "Riverside Drive
Industrial Parcel ", while some are labeled "The Gardens Park of Commerce" or
"Riverside PGA ".
13. The applicant shall modify the site plan (Sheet 2 of 5) to show the complete
notes for the easements along the west property line, per Section 78 -46 of the
LDR, which are cut off on the plans provided for this review.
14. The applicant shall identify the intended modification of the light fixture shown
within the south drive entrance on the site plan (Sheet 2 of 5) for conformance
with Section 78 -46 of the LDR.
15. The applicant shall identify the manhole shown within the sidewalk, along the
right -of -way of Riverside Drive, in the middle of the parcel on the site plan
(Sheet 2 of 5) for conformance with Section 78 -46 of the LDR.
16. The applicant shall identify the water meter and backflow preventer, within the
site triangle on the north side of the south drive entrance on the site plan (Sheet
2 of 5) and engineering plan (Sheet 1 of 1) for conformance with Section 78 -46
of the LDR.
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17. The applicant shall show the exfiltration trench locations on the engineering
plan (Sheet 1 of 1) for conformance with Section 78 -46 of the LDR. The
Drainage Statement and the legend on the engineering plan indicate that
exfiltration is proposed. However, no exfiltration is shown on the plan.
18. The applicant shall identify the curb /pavement radii on the site plan (Sheet 2 of
5) for conformance with Section 78 -46 of the LDR.
19. The applicant shall identify the curb /pavement radii, on the site plan (Sheet 2 of
5), within the emergency vehicle access route, which shall have a minimum
inside radius of 20 feet and minimum outside radius of 45 feet.
20. The applicant shall show the north curb radii, of the south driveway, connected
to the existing curb on Riverside Drive on the site plan (Sheet 2 of 5) and the
engineering plan (Sheet 1 of 1) for conformance with Section 78 -46 of the
LDR.
21. The applicant shall identify the type of existing and proposed curb on Riverside
Drive on the site plan (Sheet 2 of 5) and the engineering plan (Sheet 1 of 1) for
conformance with Section 78 -46 of the LDR.
22. The applicant shall label the width of the existing sidewalk on Riverside Drive
for conformance with Section 78 -46 of the LDR.
23. The applicant shall identify the location of the handicap parking sign for the
stall on the east end of the north building on the site plan (Sheet 2 of 5) for
conformance with Section 78 -46 of the LDR.
24. The applicant shall indicate the type and location of any existing and proposed
signage and pavement marking on the site plan, engineering plan and landscape
plan or provide a separate signing and marking plan for review. This shall
include as applicable; stop sign and stop bar, handicap parking signs and
pavement marking, pedestrian crossing signs, loading zone signs and pavement
marking, at grade business signs, parking stall striping, crosswalk striping,
directional and traffic signage (do not enter, one way, etc.), and all other
signage and marking that is proposed by the applicant for the site, for
conformance with Section 78 -46 of the LDR.
25. The applicant shall identify the parking stalls, on the site plan (Sheet 2 of 5),
along the south line of the parcel as being 18.5 -foot stalls for conformance with
Section 78 -344 of the LDR.
26. While the applicant has provided loading spaces, the applicant shall clarify how
the overhead door access points are going to be used without reducing, or
eliminating, the 25 -foot drive aisle required by Section 78 -344 of the LDR.
27. The applicant shall dimension the pavement area, between the centerline of
each overhead door and the opposite parking stall /landscape island, on the site
plan for conformance with Section 78 -46 of the LDR.
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28. The applicant shall sign each overhead door location, which does not provide
the required 25 -foot aisle along with adequate parking area for loading and
unloading for conformance with Section 78 -344 of the LDR, as "No Parking
or Standing ".
29. The applicant shall provide a detail for each size of proposed parking stalls, for
conformance with Section 78 -344 of the LDR. The applicant shows 9.5 -foot,
10 -foot, and 11 -foot wide standard parking and handicap parking spaces with
sidewalk, as well as 9.5 -foot wide parking stalls without sidewalk, on the site
plan.
30. The applicant shall revise the Standard Parking Layout detail (Sheet 3 of 5) to
reflect the proposed design.
31. The applicant shall revise the Handicap Parking Detail (Sheet 3 of 5). Per
Section 11 -4.6.4 Signage of the 2001 Florida Building Code, Handicap parking
signs shall meet "... the requirements of color and design approved by the
"Florida" Department of Transportation, of 11- 4.30.7 and the caption
"Parking By Disabled Permit Only ". Such signs erected after October 1, 1996,
must indicate the penalty for illegal use of the space. " An example of the
required sign FTP -22 -04 is shown in FDOT Index 17355, sheet 4 of 11.
32. The applicant shall identify the location of the seven bicycle parking spaces, on
the site plan (Sheet 2 of 5), engineering plan (Sheet 1 of 1) and landscape plan
(Sheet 4 of 5), which are indicated as being provided on the site plan data chart
(Sheet 1 of 5) for conformance with Section 78 -46 of the LDR.
33. The applicant shall label the number of bicycles accommodated at each location
on the site plan (Sheet 2 of 5) for conformance with Section 78 -46 of the LDR.
34. The applicant shall provide a minimum of 100 feet of off - street stacking
distance between the edge of right -of -way and the nearest intersecting drive
aisle or parking space, for conformance with Section 78 -344 of the LDR.
35. The applicant shall clarify the existing and proposed status of the easement
shown from the existing sanitary manhole, in the center of the parcel, to the
north lot line, for conformance with Section 78 -46 of the LDR.
36. The applicant shall provide a photometric plan for conformance with Section
78 -182 of the LDR.
37. The applicant shall show the proposed six -foot wall, which is shown along the
south line of the parcel on the site plan (Sheet 2 of 5), on the engineering plan
(Sheet 1 of 1) for consistency per Section 78 -46 of the LDR.
38. The applicant shall provide a detail of the proposed six -foot wall on the site
plan details, as well as the engineering plan for consistency per Section 78 -46
of the LDR.
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39. The applicant shall provide cross sections of the site at all boundaries from the
proposed buildings, clearly showing how the site matches existing conditions,
per Section 78 -46 of the LDR.
40. The applicant shall revise the boundary survey and site plan to show all existing
intersections, driveways and median cuts connecting to the perimeter roadways,
within 250 feet of the project entrance, including those connections on the
opposite side of the street. Please note that in accordance with Section 78 -508,
proposed new intersections shall line up with the existing intersections on the
opposite side of the street.
41. The applicant shall revise the site plan to ensure that proposed driveway
connections are a minimum of 150 -feet from existing connections and aligned
with existing connections on the opposite side of the street, per Section 78 -508
of the LDR. The submitted aerial appears to show an existing driveway access
at the southeast corner of the office parcel immediately north of the proposed
proj ect.
42. The applicant shall prepare a plat, per Section 78 -441 of the LDR. Refer to
Condition #10.
Waiver Requests
1. The applicant is requesting a waiver from the standard 10 -foot wide parking
stall to 9.5 -foot width. Please note we remain in support of the City's LDR
requirements.
2. The applicant is requesting a waiver from the minimum required 75 -foot
setback from a residential district to allow a total 63.9 -foot setback, in addition
to the 100 -foot canal. Please note we remain in support of the City's LDR
requirements.
The applicant is requesting a waiver to for the 25 -foot landscape buffer along
the west property line (east line of I -95) to permit a 15 -foot encroachment into
the existing 15 -foot utility easements. The applicant indicates that they are only
requiring an additional 10 -foot encroachment as the code allows a five -foot
encroachment. However, Sec. 78 -306 of the LDR refers to encroachment by
utilities into landscape areas, or permitted overlap of utility easements. It does
not, by right, grant the applicant the rights to those easements, as is implied in
the applicant's response. Therefore, the applicant is requesting a 15 -foot
encroachment over the entire existing utility easement. Please note we remain
in support of the City's LDR requirements.
4. The applicant is requesting a waiver for the requirement for wheel stops for all
parking stalls. The applicant request that wheel stops not be required where
they have provided a 2 -foot (2.5 -foot measured from face of curb) vehicle
overhang. Please note we remain in support of the City's LDR requirements.
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In lieu of wheel stops, the applicant may utilize a type D curb and a 2.5 foot
overhang area in addition to 16 feet of paved length, the applicant currently
shows 16.0 -foot paved length for the stalls. If the parking space abuts a
sidewalk, then the sidewalk shall be increased in width to accommodate the 2.5
foot overhang. If the parking space abuts a landscape area, then the 2.5 foot
overhang area shall be sod only and is excluded from the open space
calculations. The applicant is referred to Sections 78 -344 and 78 -315 of the
LDR.
Non - Certification Issues
NOTE: All engineering/infrastructure plans are considered conceptual during
the planning and zoning review phase and are subject to further review during
the final construction review. These non - certification comments shall be
satisfied prior to construction plan approval and the issuance of the first land
alteration permit.
1. Prior to construction plan approval and the issuance of the first land alteration
permit, the applicant shall submit drainage calculations, along with a drainage
area map indicating the drainage area for each contributing structure, for the
review of the City. Please note that the City requires, per FDOT standards, that
the velocity for storm drainage pipes be a minimum 2.5 fps (excluding
exfiltration pipe sections and equalizer pipes) and a maximum 6.0 fps (at the
discharge). The minimum freeboard is 6" for local streets and 12" for arterial
streets, below the rim elevation. For any lines or structures, where the city's
standards are felt to be non - attainable, justification shall be provided,
identifying the individual line or structure and the reason for not being able to
meet the city's standards.
2. The applicant shall clarify on the engineering plan (Sheet 1 of 1), if the existing
curb, through the drive aprons on Riverside Drive, is to remain and if so, how
the proposed curb is to match into it.
3. The applicant shall dimension the width of the existing pavement on Riverside
Drive on the engineering plan (Sheet 1 of 1).
4. The applicant shall provide written authorization from all applicable utilities
agencies for construction of the landscaping, light poles, or drainage facilities
within their utility easements.
5. The applicant shall indicate the structural numbers for the `Asphalt Section
(Typ.)' and the `Vehicular Concrete Pavers' section detail on the Engineering
Detail Sheet for conformance with Section 78 -499 Table 41 of the LDR. The
applicant shall provide a table indicating the layer, material, LBR/FBV,
material thickness, FDOT layer coefficient; the SN for the pavement section,
base section, and subgrade section; and the total SN for the total pavement
section and the required SN for conformance with the FDOT Flexible Design
Manual.
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Pavement Section Table
LBR Material
Layer Material / Thickness
FBV
FDOT
Layer
Coefficient
SN
Water
$
Storm Water Maintenance
Subtotal
$
Total SN
Required SN
$
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6. The applicant shall provide a typical cross - section of the flexible pavement
areas specifying the asphalt, base and stabilized subgrade meeting the
requirements of Section 78 -499, Table 41 of the LDR.
7. The applicant shall provide a cost estimate for the project, including public
infrastructure and all landscaping and irrigation costs for review and approval
by the City in order to establish surety. The cost estimate shall be signed and
sealed by an engineer and landscape architect registered in the state of Florida.
Surety will be based on 110% of the total combined approved cost estimates
and shall be posted with the City, prior to the issuance of the first land
alteration permit.
SUMMARY OF ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE
of Probable Construction Costs
for On -site and Off -site Public Im rovements
Grading
$
Sanitary Sewer
Water
$
Storm Water Maintenance
Subtotal
$
Landscaping
$
Irrigation
Subtotal
$
Total
$
110 % Of Total - Required Surety
Is
8. The applicant shall provide a cost estimate for the on -site project
improvements, not including public infrastructure, landscaping and irrigation
costs (which were previously submitted by the applicant) for review and
approval by the City. The cost estimate shall be signed and sealed by an
engineer and shall be posted with the City prior to the issuance of the first land
alteration permit.
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SUMMARY OF ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE
of Probable Construction Costs
for On -site Non Public Im rovements
Grading
Santa Sewer
Water
Storm Water Maintenance
Total
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9. Prior to the issuance of the first land alteration permit, the applicant shall
provide a copy of the following approved permits, as applicable:
a. SFWMD
b. NPBCID
c. PBC
d. FDOT
e. PBC Health Department/FDEP
f. NPDES
Conditions of Approval
1. "Applicant shall copy to the City all permit applications, permits, certifications
and approvals. " (City Engineer)
2. "Applicant shall provide all necessary construction zone signage and fencing
as required by the City Engineer. " (City Engineer)
3. "Prior to construction plan approval and the issuance of the first land alteration
permit, applicant shall provide cost estimates in accordance with Sections 78 -309
and 78 -461 of the LDR and for on -site project improvements, not including public
infrastructure, or landscaping and irrigation costs for review and approval by the
City. The cost estimates shall be signed and sealed by an engineer and landscape
architect registered in the state of Florida and shall be posted with the City, prior
to the issuance of the first land alteration permit. (City Engineer)
4. "The construction, operation and/or maintenance of any elements of the subject
project shall not have any negative impacts on the existing drainage of
surrounding areas. If, at any time during the project development, it is
determined by the City that any of the surrounding areas are experiencing
negative drainage impacts caused by the project, it shall be the applicant's
responsibility to cure said impacts in a period of time and a manner acceptable
to the City prior to additional construction activities. " (City Engineer)
5. "Prior to issuance of the first land alteration permit, applicant shall submit
signed /sealed /dated construction plans (paving /grading /drainage and
water /sewer) and all pertinent calculations for review and comment". (City
Engineer)
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6. "Prior to construction plan
alteration permit, applicant
staff. " (City Engineer)
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approval and the issuance of the first land
shall schedule a pre permit meeting with City
7. "The applicant shall provide a letter of authorization from the utility easement
owners authorizing encroachment of the landscape buffers within their
respective utility easements. " (City Engineer)
8. "The applicant shall conform to the conditions identified in the Palm Beach
County Traffic Performance Standards Review, dated December 6, 2005, which
include that the City will monitor peak hour traffic circulation at the
intersections of Burns Road and Riverside Drive (emphasis on NBL
movements) and Military Trail (emphasis on WBL movements) to identify
operational problems and adequate mitigation measures. The City may impose
additional requirements, on the applicant and his successors, based on negative
impacts created by the site. " (City Engineer)
9. "Applicant shall notify the City's Public Works Division at least 10 working
days prior to the commencement of any work/construction activity within any
public right -of -way within the City of Palm Beach Gardens. In the case of a city
right -of -way, the applicant has at least five working days to obtain a right -of-
way permit. Right -of -way permits may be obtained at the Building Division.
Failure to comply with this condition could result in a Stop Work Order of all
work/construction activity within the public right -of -way and the subject
development site. " (Public Works)
10. "Prior to the issuance of the first Certificate of Occupancy for the project, the
applicant shall prepare a plat, which shall be approved by the City and
recorded. "
The applicant is requested to return a copy of our comments with the
applicant's acknowledgement of each comment and the response. Compliance
will expedite the subsequent review.
JATD /mef
cc: Brad Wiseman — Palm Beach Gardens (bwiseman @pbgfl.com)
Don Hearing — Cotleur & Hearing (don — hearing @cotleur - hearing.com)
Brian Cheguis — Cotleur & Hearing (brian— cheguis @cotleur- hearing.com)
Mark Smiley — Smiley & Associates (info @smiley - associates.com)
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Memo to File
From: Ross Gilmore, Forestry Technician
Subject: PPUD- 06 -03 -07 Riverside Drive Industrial Parcel
Date: April 20, 2006
I have reviewed the Land Development Regulations for the above - referenced application
and provide the following comments for the DRC meeting:
Certification issues:
1. In accordance with Section 78 -306 of the LDR, a maximum of five feet of a
required buffer may be overlapped by a utility easement or encumbered by a
utility not in an easement, provided that a minimum of five feet of the required
buffer remains free and clear of any overlap for the installation of plant material.
City code requires a landscape buffer to be installed along the perimeter of the
property. In situations where easements prevent the installation of the buffer
adjacent to the property boundary, than the buffer shall be located immediately
adjacent to the easement. The applicant has requested a waiver from section 78-
319(a)(3) to reduce the required 25 feet wide perimeter buffer to 10 feet in width.
This creates a 15 feet wide utility easement overlap. I remain in support of the
LDR and recommend the applicant revises the site plan and landscape plan to
provide the required 25 feet wide buffer while allowing a maximum five feet
overlap by utility easements.
2. In accordance with Section 78 -186 of the LDR, a landscape buffer with a
minimum of 15 feet in width shall be provided on when a commercial or
industrial use abuts residential use. The proposed plan only provides an eight feet
wide buffer along the south property line. Please revise the site plan and
landscape plan accordingly.
3. In accordance with Section 78 -313 of the LDR, a minimum of 25 percent of all
specimen trees shall be protected in place or relocated on -site. The applicant shall
provide a tree inventory and survey for the existing vegetation. I recommend
utilizing the trees throughout the site and in the western buffer which would
provide immediate screening of the I -95 wall from the proposed buildings. Any of
the existing trees which will not be utilized on -site shall be offered to the City.
4. In accordance with Section 78 -344 of the LDR, the reduction in parking space
dimensions requires additional open space at a ratio of 1.5 square feet for each
square feet of paved parking area that is reduced. The additional open space shall
be installed within the paved portions of the parking area. Please update the site
plan and landscape plan to show the additional open space located within the
parking area.
5. In accordance with Section 78 -345 of the LDR, additional parking spaces require
additional pervious open space at a ratio of 1.5 square feet for each additional
square foot of paved parking area. The additional open space shall be provided as
additional landscaping, pedestrian amenities, or vegetative preserve areas. These
areas shall be calculated and identified on the site plan. Also, the additional open
space shall be utilized to enhance the visual appearance of the site, the vehicular
entries, and the parking areas. The visual enhancements shall be indicated in the
application for development approval. Please update the landscape plan and site
plan accordingly.
6. In accordance with Section 78 -315 of the LDR, the perimeter of vehicle use areas
abutting public road rights -of -way shall include a continuous berm and hedge.
The berm shall be constructed at a minimum elevation of two feet above the grade
of the parking lot. The hedge shall be maintained at a minimum height of three
feet at maturity. Please revise the site plan and landscape plan accordingly.
7. In accordance with Section 78 -324 of the LDR, the applicant shall provide plans
for the beautification of Riverside Drive. The applicant shall install landscaping,
irrigation, and a meandering sidewalk within the road shoulder of Riverside Drive
from the northern property terminus to the southern property terminus.
Groundcover, similar to that used along Burns Road, shall be installed adjacent to
areas not protected by curbing.
8. In accordance with Section 78- 320(a)(1) of the LDR, there shall be foundation
landscaping within ten feet of all buildings and structures. The north facade of the
north building does not have the required foundation plantings. The area between
the north building and property line shall contain the required perimeter buffer
plantings and the required foundation trees and shrubs. Please revise the
landscape plan accordingly.
9. In accordance with Section 78- 320(a)(4)a. of the LDR, the foundation planting
area for a one -story building shall be at least five feet wide. The proposed plan
does not provide the required foundation planting areas along the south facade of
the north building or around the entire south building. Section 78- 315(c) allows
landscape areas within interior parking areas to be reduced if the areas will
constitute an obstruction in use of the structure, providing the reduced square
footage is relocated so as to emphasize entrance corridors or special landscaped
areas within the general parking area. I recommend revising the landscape plan to
substantially increase the amount of plant material install adjacent to Riverside
drive between the two entrances.
10. In accordance with Section 78- 320(a)(4)c. of the LDR, nonresidential buildings
shall have at least one shade tree or palm cluster installed for each 30 linear feet,
or fraction thereof, of facade width. Trees and palms shall be of an installed size
relating to the height of the adjacent wall or facade, as indicated in Table 30.
Please update the site plan and landscape plan accordingly.
11. In accordance with Section 78 -313 of the LDR, a minimum of 75 percent of tree,
shrub, and ground cover species shall be from the City's Preferred Species List.
Please provide documentation on the landscape plan to show compliance with this
requirement.
12. The applicant shall revise the Plant List on Sheet 5 to include additional columns
for unit points, total points per species, and preferred species.
13. The applicant shall revise the landscape plan to provide a plant legend containing
symbols for the species used or make use of call -out boxes to identify species and
quantity.
14. The applicant shall revise the landscape plan to show the amount of landscape
point required for the site and the amount of landscape points proposed.
15. In accordance with Section 78 -306 of the LDR, all existing and proposed utilities,
easements, A/C units, and light fixtures shall be shown on the landscape plan to
prevent possible conflicts with the installation of landscaping. The landscape plan
will need to take these locations into consideration and be designed to prevent
changes to the plan after City Council approval. Please revise the site plan and
landscape plan accordingly.
16. The applicant shall provide documentation supporting the abandonment of the
existing FPL, SUA, and Southern Bell easements.
Non - certification issues:
17. Prior to the issuance of the last Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant shall plat
the property. No subdivision of this site shall occur without a re -plat.
18. The applicant shall remove the approval date form the root barrier guidelines
shown on the landscape plan as these guidelines have not been approved by City
Council.
19. I anticipate a Condition of Approval which will require the applicant to install a
minimum six feet tall construction fence around the perimeter of the property
prior to the issuance of the land alteration permit or as determined by the Growth
Management Administrator. The fence shall include privacy tarps covering each
section. The tarps shall be green or black in color and signage shall adhere to the
regulations provided in Section 78 -290.
20. I anticipate a Condition of Approval which will require the applicant to remove
all prohibited and invasive non - native plants from the property within six months
from the issuance of the clearing permit.
CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
MEMORANDUM
TO: Brian Cheguis, Cotleur & Hearing
DATE: April 27, 2006
FROM: Richard Marrero, Planner
SUBJECT: DRC Comments: Gardens Park of Commerce
Deadline: May 26, 2006
PPUD -06- 03000007: Gardens Park of Commerce Staff Comments ...............
Certification Issues
1. LDR Section 78- 344(1) 1: Additional open space, at a ratio of 1.5 square feet for
each square feet of paved parking area that is reduced through the use of smaller
parking spaces shall be provided. The additional pervious open space shall be
provided as additional landscaping, pedestrian amenities, or vegetative preserve
areas, and shall be calculated and identified on the project site plan.
2. The applicant shall submit a photometric plan for the site.
3. The applicant shall show the proposed location of the bike racks on the site plan.
4. Waiver from the wheel -stop requirement if applicant identifies non - mountable
curbing is provided on the plans.
5. Setbacks shall be identified on the site plan.
6. Applicant shall revise traffic report to reflect square footages shown on site plan.
7. Applicant shall submit all proposed signage for the project.
Non - Certification Issues
8. The name of the project shall be changed by request of the City's addressing
committee.
9. Applicant shall supply a list of proposed uses for the site.
10. The architecture of the project could be enhanced by utilizing decorative features
or accents that would approve the overall aesthetics of the project.