HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes P&Z 071399• CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
July 1 -7, 1999
MINUTES
The Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Palm Beach Gardens,
Florida -, was called to order by Chair Joel Charming -at 6:3n P.M. in the Assembly Room at the Municipal
Complex, 10500 North Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, and opened with the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
ITEMS BY CTROWTH MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR
Growth Management Director Roxanne Manning announced a workshop meeting with City Council
would be held July 15.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of June 22, 1999 - Mr. Rauch made a motion to approve the minutes of the June 22, 1999
meeting with the following changes: On page 1 to change the date from Lune 29 to Lune 22, on page 3,
Glean Pate; Plumbing Contractor, to Glenn Pate; Architect and on page 4, # 9 to change see attached
memo of March 31st to see attached memo of lure I& Mr. Solomon seconded the motion, which carried
6 -0. Mr. Glidden abstained.
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The roll was called by Jackie Holloman, Secretary for the meeting.
Joel Channing, Chair
John Nedvins, Vice Chair - arrived at 6:35 p.m.
John Glidden; Chair Pro Tern
Daniel Lee Cruz
Craig Kunkle, Jr.
Ted Rauch, Alternate
Dennis Solomon
Diane Carlin
Joseph Love, Jr., Alternate
Also present at the meeting were City Attorney Carole Post, Principal Planners Kim Glas- Castro, James
Norquest, and Steve Cramer, City Forester Mark Hendrickson, Planner I Angela Csinsi, and City Council
Liaison Carl Sabatello:
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Petition PUD- 98 -09: Catalina Lakes Townhomes
Cotleur & Hearing, agent for DiVosta & Company, is seeking Planned Unit Development (PUD)
approval for 262 townhome units on a 44.54 -acre parcel of land located at the intersection of
Alternate AIA and Burns Road, on the northern side of Burns Road and the eastern side of Alternate
AIA. (07 -42E -435)
Planner I Angela Csinsi presented the staff report dated 7/13/99. Staff conditions 11 and 12 were
clarified by City Forester Mark Hendrickson, who explained that the only landscaping being proposed
in the right -of -way was in the median, and that ISTEA funds would allow FDOT to add landscaping to
the west side of Alternate Al A. Mr. Hendrickson commented in regard to the waiver request for curbing
that although curbing was used to protect landscaping in rental unit lots which needed more protection
than in fee simple lots, the waiver had been proposed to avoid a commercial look, because the new
landscape code provided protection for all landscaping, and explained that wheel stops would be used
in the guest parking areas. Donaldson Hearing, Agent for the petitioner, reported petitioner was in
agreement with all 12 staff recommendations. Responding to questions from the Commissioners, Mr.
Hearing explained that swales were adequate to handle runoff from the roofs; and that the last row of
units would contain three different designs to provide diversity. Mr. Nedvins expressed his opinion that
the petitioner had responded positively to comments and criticisms and that he was ready to move
• forward with approval. Mr. Hearing commented that existing sidewalks would not be changed except
for relocating the sidewalk at the RCA Boulevard entry. Mr. Glidden requested the sidewalk on Burns
Road be shown on any replat. The number and location of parking spaces were described. Mr. Hearing
explained that the HOA would maintain front yards only, not rear yards. During discussion of drainage,
Mr. Smiley explained specifics were not yet known since the City Engineer was still working on this issue,
but that drainage concerns would be resolved prior to this petition going to City Council. Mr. Hearing
explained that the HOA would assume responsibility for maintaining any perimeter walls built on the
Catalina Lakes property. Charles Hathaway commented that the HOA would maintain both sides of the
wall. Mr. Kunkle recommended larger coconut palms on both sides of the entry, and that additional
landscaping to provide color be added at the Al A and Burns Road intersection, to which Mr. Hearing
responded the corner had been treated in a different manner than the landscaping along the roadway.
Mr. Hearing agreed to work with the City Forester regarding providing more color at the intersection.
Chair Channing commented he was very pleased with the plan. Hearing no comments from the public,
Chair Charming declared the public hearing closed. Planner Norquest recommended a condition
regarding drainage. Discussion of drainage ensued.
Mr. Glidden made a motion to recommend to the City Council approval of Petition PUD -98 -09
with the following conditions and with the provision that some wording be added to Condition 11
to further clarify what landscaping does not need to be completed until after the first certificate
of occupancy, and also that there be a further review by the City Staff to add some landscaping
with color at the Burns Road and Alternate AlA intersection.
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1. Prior to scheduling this petition for City Council, the applicant shall provide a landscape
plan for Alt. AIA and Burns Road. (City Forester)
2. Prior to the issuance of the first building permit, the applicant shall provide a revised site
plan that demonstrates a 55' Alt. AIA buffer at the narrowest point of the right turn lane
right -of -way. (Planning & Zoning)
3. The applicant shall work with staff and Southern Bell to move the Catalina Lakes buffer
wall and landscaping out of the Santa Barbara Drive right -of way when Southern Bell
amends their site and landscape plan. (Planning & Zoning)
4. Prior to the adoption of the Property Owner Association documents or the issuance of the
first Certificate of Occupancy, whichever comes first, the applicant shall submit these
documents, which shall be subject to review and approval by the City. (Legal)
5. Prior to the issuance of the first building permit, the applicant shall provide documentation
demonstrating compliance with the SFWMD master surface water management permit 50-
01046S. (City Engineer)
• 6. Prior to the issuance of the first building permit, the applicant shall provide a letter of
authorization form the appropriate utilities allowing landscaping and paving within the
utility easements. (City Engineer)
7. Within 8 months of construction plan approval, or within 30 days of the issuance of the
Certificate of Occupancy of the model unit, whichever comes first, the temporary sales
center and its associated paving and landscaping shall be removed. (Planning & Zoning)
8. The buildout date for the project shall be December of 2002. (Development Compliance
Officer)
9. No two adjacent homes shall have the same color combinations. (Development Compliance
Officer /Code Enforcement)
10. The construction of this project shall be in accordance with the following phasing
schedule: (Building Division)
A. First stage shall include clearing of the land, earthwork, water
management/retention lakes and road and utilities infrastructure.
B. Landscaping will be installed as the townhomes are constructed; all buffer walls
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shall be in place prior to housing construction.
C, Housing construction shall start with the building of the entry feature and the
townhomes in the northern section of the parcel.
D. After this, the construction will proceed southward until total build -out.
E. The recreation center shall be constructed after at least 50% of the development is
completed.
11. The applicant shall install the Alternate A1A and Burns Road landscaping as approved by
City Council within one year of the first Certificate of Occupancy. The applicant, his
successors and /or assigns shall maintain the Alternate AI A and Burns Road landscaping
per City maintenance standards, or shall pay to the City, or special roadway maintenance
district if one is adopted, the total cost of maintenance. A reasonable fee shall be
determined annually, to be paid in quarterly installments by the applicant and his
successors and /or assigns commencing on the first of November following the installation.
Specific provisions for payment, and revisions thereto, may be addressed by separate
agreement between the City and applicant, his successors and /or assigns. (City Forester)
12. The Alt. AIA, Burns Road, and perimeter landscape buffers shall be installed
concurrent with the construction of the adjacent interior roadways or townhouse,
• whichever occurs first. (City Forester)
13. Prior to scheduling this petition for consideration by the City Council, the applicant
shall meet all requirements set forth by the City Engineer with respect to drainage
issues.
Mr. Solomon seconded the motion. During discussion of the motion, the following addition
was made by Mr. Glidden:
14. All exterior walls shall be maintained in a consistent manner and repainting shall be
provided on both sides of the wall whenever repainting occurs.
Mr. Solomon seconded the addition to the motion. Motion carried by unanimous 7 -0 vote.
The applicant received clarification that by approval of the application, approval of all waivers was
inherent.
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Public Hearing - continued from 6122199 - to be further continued to 7127199
Petition PCD- 99 -01: Amendment to Golf Digest PCD
Hank Skokowski, agent for Taylor Woodrow Communities, is requesting an amendment to the Golf
Digest Planned Community District approved October, 1998. The proposal includes modifications
to the master plan, amendments to the parkway cross - sections, revisions to conditions of approval,
and related changes to other plans and illustrations. The proposed changes do not affect the overall
dwelling unit count or mix of uses. The 2,305 -acre site is located north of PGA Blvd, west of
Florida's Turnpike, east of the Loxahatchee Slough and south of Hood Road (3, 4 &S- 42S -42E and
32, 33&34 -41S- -42E
Chair Channing announced the Public Hearing would be continued; however, those present who had
come to speak regarding this petition would be heard. Principal Planner Kim Glas Castro reported
receipt of a letter from the petitioner advising that they concurred with the continuance and would not
attend tonight's meeting.
Paula Fandry expressed concern that PGA National residents would be affected by the widening of PGA
Boulevard and that issues must be addressed in regard to safety, privacy, noise, and protection of
property values, and expressed a desire for a wall behind her house on the PGA National side of the
roadway.
Paula Fandry's mother also expressed concern for safety issues, vagrant problems, drainage issues of
flooding and mosquitos, and property values, and expressed a desire for a wall on the PGA National side
of the roadway. Principal Planner Kim Glas Castro explained that a curb and gutter would be installed.
The date of the next meeting was clarified. City Attorney Post clarified that this public hearing would
remain open.
Adele Sullivan reported some residents had met with Golf Digest representatives, who had agreed to give
a 2 -mile strip of 10' of property to allow the lanes of PGA Boulevard to be built on the northern side, and
expressed concern that 14' would come from the southern side behind their homes, which Golf Digest
would not protect. Ms. Sullivan reported she had received no correspondence regarding this project from
either the City or Golf Digest. Ms. Sullivan requested assistance from the Commission to assure that the
PGA road widening would not adversely affect the PGA National residents. Ms. Sullivan reported that
severe drainage problems presently existed and requested that the City be sure that the Golf Digest
project would not add to those problems.
Hearing no further comments from the public, Chair Channing declared the Public Hearing continued to
July 27, 1999.
Mr. Solomon made a motion to continue the Public Hearing for Petition PCD -99 -01 to July 27,
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1999. Motion was seconded by Mr. Rauch and carried by unanimous 7 -0 vote.
Public Hearing - continued from 618199 - to be further continued to 7127199
Petition PCD- 99 -05: Regional Center DREPCD Amendment Relating to the
Commercia!Qo ce/Business Square Footage
Mr. Kenneth Blair, agent for Catalfumo Construction Company, is proposing a change to the
DRI/PCD, which includes an increase in the amount of regional commercial square footage from
1,390,000 sf. to 1,440,000 sf. and reduces office- business square footage from 1,210,000 to
1,091,800 sf. and designates particular parcels on the master plan as being potential sites for
regional commercial use The subject property is located north of PGA Boulevard between Alternate
AIA and Prosperity Farms Road (5&6- 42S - -43E)
Mr, Solomon made a motion to continue the Public Hearing for Petition PCD -99 -05 to July 27,
1999. Motion was seconded by Mr. Rauch and carried by unanimous 7 -0 vote..
Public Hearing - continued from 6122199
• Petition PCD- 99 -06: Regional Center DRUPCD Amendment Relating to the Level of Det ail for
Required Open Space
Mr. Kenneth Blair, agent for Catalfumo Construction Company, is proposing a change to the
DRI/PCD master plan, which increases the level of detail for the required open space for the project
by clarifying items such as open space, roadways, and buffers The subject property is located north
of PGA Boulevard between Alternate AIA and Prosperity Farms Road (5&6 -42S -43E)
Planner Kim Glas Castro reviewed the staff report dated July 13, 1999. Kenneth Blair, agent for the
Petitioner, had no comments.
Hearing no comments from the public, Chair Charming declared the Public Hearing closed.
Mr. Solomon made a motion to recommend approval of Petition PCD -99 -06 to the City Council.
Mr. Nedvins seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous 7 -0 vote.
Workshop
TXT 99 -09: Zoning Text Amendment Regarding Landscaping and Vegetation Protection
A City - initiated zoning text amendment application to amend Chapter 98, Landscaping and
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Vegetation Protection, in the City's Land Development Regulations.
Principal Planner Steve Cramer reviewed the staff report dated July 13, 1999.
Mr. Kunkle congratulated staff on a good job. Mr. Solomon expressed concern regarding the application
to existing single family homes and projects already underway. Mr. Cramer clarified that only the
maintenance would be retroactive, not the proposed amendments. City Forester Hendrickson pointed
out that maintenance language began on page 33 of the amendments, and reviewed enforcement
addressed on page 15. Mr. Hendrickson explained that language would be further studied and clarified.
The meaning of the wording "new lawns" was discussed. Mr. Glidden expressed the following concerns:
On page 5, item 3e, to remove the word with and replace with to; on page 6, item 4b, to clarify elevation,
on page 6, item 4.d.2, to add the word with following data table; and on page 7, item 6, to add be
accurately scaled to between the words shall and show. Mr. Glidden clarified that drawings should be
accurate and in perspective, and recommended the addition of the wording with respect to scale and
material type at the end of item 6. Other recommendations by Mr. Glidden were: On page 7, item 9, to
remove the word conceptually, although following discussion agreed it could stay; on page 24 under
planting unless additional buffers are required by the Code, with which others disagreed; and on page
25 concerning foundation planting commented that flexibility was needed rather than the 5' requirement.
• Following discussion, Mr. Glidden suggested allowing a certain percentage of the 5' to be covered by roof
and a percentage around the total perimeter. Chair Channing commented he would like to see something
which would make it clear that alternative designs would be considered to encourage innovative design,
to which Planner Norquest responded with a suggestion for an alternative landscape betterment provision
to allow the option to present other plans in cases where standard plans did not work well. Mr. Glidden
questioned the wording on page 26 that palms are not trees, to which Mr. Hendrickson responded he had
dealt with property associations who had tried to replace shade trees with palms.
Mr. Glidden left at this point in the meeting at 8:20 p.m.
Mr. Nedvins questioned whether Code Enforcement had been dealing with any cases regarding
landscaping of individual homes, to which Mr. Hendrickson responded typical liens were on abandoned
properties or vacant lots. Liens were discussed. City Attorney Post reported a civil action had been
taken against Mr. Vavrus, and explained foreclosure issues and code enforcement procedures. Mr.
Nedvins expressed the wish that DOT would better maintain medians. A comment was made that for
code enforcement purposes the certification should be recorded as a part of the lien.
OLD BUSINESS
There was no old business to come before the Commission.
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NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business to come before the Commission.
ITEMS BY CITY COUNCIL LIAISON
There were no items by the City Council Liaison.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, upon motion by Mr. Rauch, seconded by Mr. Cruz, and unanimously
carried, the meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m. The next meeting will be held July 27, 1999.
APPROVED:
John Glidden, Chair Pro Tern
(Absent)
Diane Carlino
Dennis Solomon
Craig Kunkle, Jr.
Daniel ee
Ted Rauc , Alternate
_(Absent)
Joseph Love, Jr., Alternate
Ja an, Secretary
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