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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes P&Z 042898CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION April 28, 1998 MINUTES The Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, was called to order by Chair Diane Carlino 7:30 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. Chair Carlino welcomed new member Ralph Pisani. ITEKS BY GROWTH MANAGENMNT DIRECTOR There were no items by the Growth Management Director. ITEKS BY CITY COIINCIL LIAISON City Council Liaison Carl Sabatello welcomed new Commission member Ralph Pisani. It was clarified that Dennis Solomon had been moved from alternate to a permanent member of the Commission. • APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of April 14. 1998 - Attorney Carole Post requested the following corrections to the minutes: On page 2: change 9 months to 2 months; On page 3: add to condition one or the portion of roadway in question shall be abandoned; On page 4, condition 4, to delete the condition and replace with the following language: The site plan shall be reconfigured to reflect an entrance to account for a 701 distance subject to approval by the City Engineer; On page 5, condition 9, add language to the effect that this condition would apply to the ground sign and to the wall sign; on page 7, condition one, make the same correction as on page 3 that the condition is only valid to the extent that the roadway is not abandoned or the issue is not otherwise resolved; on page 7, condition 3, to expand that condition to include watercraft; on page 11, to change the language code regulations as they came into being to read code regulations as they currently exist; and on page 13 change members present to include Richard Masters and show Chair Diane Carlino as absent. Mr. Masters made a motion to approve the minutes of the April 14, 1998 meeting as amended by Attorney Post. Mr. Channing seconded the motion, which carried by 6 -0 vote and one abstention by Chair Carlino. • • Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes April 28, 1998 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS The roll was called by Planner Bahareh Keshavarz, Secretary for the meeting. Present Chair Diane Carlino Joel Channing, Vice Chair John Glidden, Chair Pro Tem John Nedvins Ralph Pisani Dennis Solomon Alternate Richard Masters Absent Thomas Pastore Also present at the meeting were Growth Management Director Roxanne Manning, City Attorney Carole Post, City Council Liaison Carl Sabatello, Principal Planner Kim Glas, Principal Planner Marty Minor, Planner Bahareh Keshavarz, and Planner Ed Tombari. • Diocussion of the Procedure for Boats and Recreational and Cammerclal vehicles Principal Planner Kim Glas presented a new type of variance that the Board would be considering in the future, which would involve waiver requests for parking of commercial vehicle, boats, and recreational vehicles. Ms. Glas explained that residents who had hardships would be able to seek a waiver to be considered by the ZBA to provide them with relief from the code requirements. Ms. Glas first reviewed code requirements for parking and storage of boats, RVs and commercial vehicles located on page 4 of the new corrected version of Ordinance 42, 1997, under Section 118 -510. RV and /or watercraft were to be parked on the side or rear yard and were to be screened of all sides except the ingress /egress side. They could not be taller than the house, could not extend beyond the front of the house, could not be in the swale, right -of -way, or street. A 24 -hour period was allowed for the unit to be in the driveway for cleaning, etc. Section 118 -509 referenced commercial vehicles which basically were subject to the same provisions as boats and RVs if they could not be parked within a garage. People cited by Code Enforcement or those who knew they could not meet the requirements would be seeking waivers. Ms. Glas explained that the waiver procedure did not provide much guidance to 2 • Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes April 28, 1998 the ZBA as to how to consider this type of hardship, but did state that consideration was to be given to whether it was consistent with the general character of the neighborhood and was a detriment to the use, enjoyment, or property values of the neighbors. Staff would review all cases, provide petition forms, and require a fee of $100. In response to a question regarding zero -lot line situations, Ms. Glas explained that those would typically be within planned communities whose homeowners' documents would restrict these types of vehicles; therefore, these waiver requests would just apply to the older sections of the City that did not have those types of regulations. In sections not within planned communities, access to the rear could not be completely blocked but must allow room for a person with a hose to get through, and the vehicle must be entirely on the resident's property. Ms. Glas explained the petition required the applicants to state their hardship, explain their circumstance of why they could not meet code requirements, called for a sketch of their property, requested they provide photographs, and explain how they would like to park their vehicle or boat. Staff would review the completed petitions to see if they could see a hardship and recommend approval. Not many were expected to be recommended for approval. The ZBA would sit as a quasi judicial body in considering the cases and determining • whether a hardship existed that deserved a waiver. Ms. Glas explained that this code was enforced by Code Enforcement in their regular course of activities and also from complaints received from neighbors,and by officers driving by at different times of the day and night. Growth Management Director Manning reported 76 cases had been cited since the beginning of the Ordinance, which most residents had handled by getting rid of the vehicle or storing it elsewhere, and one was coming for a variance. Determining a hardship was discussed, especially for commercial vehicles. The definition of commercial vehicles was reviewed. Mr. Glidden recommended that access to a side setback be defined as to a specific number of feet; and recommended that direct view be defined as that the screen must be as high as the highest part of the vehicle, and stated he would like to see the code regarding equipment screening changed in the same manner. Mr. Glidden suggested certain things did not have to be screened from the front (access side), but other things might need to be screened from the front. Ms. Glas explained that the Boat and RV Task Force had held a lot of discussion on this issue which originally required screening all four sides, and it had evolved into screening three sides only. Mr. Glidden questioned whether a yard maintenance trailer was addressed, to which Ms. Glas responded it would be considered as a trailer. Mr. Glidden recommended the statement regarding allowing an RV to be in the driveway for a 24 -hour period be further defined as • 3 • Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes April 28, 1998 to how often that could be done. Mr. Glidden questioned whether a pickup truck was allowed. Ms. Glas explained that one -ton or less could be parked in the driveway. Growth Management Director Manning explained this ordinance had already been adopted. vice Chair Channing questioned whether staff would help the ZBA with whether a hardship existed. Ms. Glas responded staff would give the ZBA the petitioner's hardship story but it was up to the ZBA to determine if there was a hardship. Mr. Pisani received clarification that City vehicles were exempt. Ms. Glas commented that this item had been presented so that the Board would have a little information when they got the first waiver request. SITS PLAN & APPEARANCE REVIEW CODMITTEE The roll was called by Planner Bahareh Keshavarz, Secretary for the meeting. Present Absent • Chair Diane Carlino Thomas Pastore Joel Channing, vice Chair John Glidden, Chair Pro Tem. John Nedvins Ralph Pisani Dennis Solomon Alternate Richard Masters Recommendation to City Council: Petition SP -97 -20 fibz thcorp Lot 23. Burns Road Self Storage A request by George T. Kelly, owner, for site plan approval of a mini - storage facility consisting of four (4) buildings totaling 80,600 square feet. The 3 -acre site is located on lot 13 of the South Park Center within Northcorp Planned Community District (PCD) (7-42S-43B) Principal Planner Marty Minor reviewed the staff report dated April 23, 1998. Mr. Nedvins questioned whether the 50 -foot strip of land on the south side of Burns Road between the existing roadway and canal was a drainage easement, to which Mr. Minor responded it was land owned by the City. Mr. Pisani questioned whether there was a separate outdoor • 4 • Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes April 28, 1998 storage ordinance. Mr. Minor explained there was not, but that was one of the things desired to be accomplished in the future. Mr. Pisani inquired where non - conforming vehicles could be stored outdoors within the City, to which the response was that there were facilities in nearby communities. Mr. Minor explained that if an applicant specifically requested an area be designated as vehicle storage then screening, location, and security issues would be considered. Mr. Channing inquired about the visual block for the drainage area and expressed his opinion that larger plants were needed. Mr. Solomon requested that the agreement discussed in condition 8 be required to be recordable and run with the land. Replacing any dead trees with trees three times the size was discussed. Mr. Solomon stated it would be helpful to have color elevations for all views. Growth Management Director Manning explained that this was an older petition which was not required to meet the new rules for color elevations. Richard Sun, Sungroup Architects, answered questions from the Committee. Air conditioning units had been placed on the ground on east side of the building and were screened by the building on one side and by a decorative fence, with bollards to protect them, although the bollards were not shown on the drawing presented. The • color of the towers was discussed. Mr. Nedvins suggested barrel tile on the south elevation of Building D and a larger cap flashing as on another building. Mr. Solomon expressed his opinion there should be more architectural features. Mr. Sun explained there would be a fully monitored alarm system with code access and complete fencing. Mr. Pisani expressed no opinion regarding the barrel tile. Mr. Channing discussed landscaping and commented the existing hedge was weak and something more needed to be done on the south side of the building. Mr. Nedvins stated the wall was 198' long and did not necessarily need barrel tile running the entire length, but needed something to break it up and give it more character. Applicant George Kelly pointed out there was a very substantial group of large oak trees which would be relocated to the south border along Burns Road. Mr. Glidden recommended more extensive landscape screening along the southern end of the east drainage easement than proposed, and screening extending farther south. Mr. Glidden expressed concern with the lack of landscaping along the base of the long wall along Burns Road. Mr. Glidden did not feel barrel tile was needed on the long wall. Mr. Glidden requested and received clarified that the roof did not pitch towards Burns Road but was pitched into the project and the roof would not be seen from Burns Road. Mr. Glidden suggested that the 241, coco plum hedge be moved back against the building to provide screening for the long wall, and requested-more landscaping to visually screen the • 5 • Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes April 28, 1998 wall in addition to the three oaks added by the applicant. Mr. Glidden stated the two parts of the building visible to the public did not have light fixtures and requested 4 light fixtures be added to the two frontages that people would see. Both Mr. Masters and Chair Carlino expressed agreement with Mr. Glidden's recommendations. After discussion regarding the light fixtures, Mr. Glidden recommended that any substitution to the light fixture be the same color and size and be approved by staff. Mr. Glidden requested the wax myrtles be moved to the south and be doubled in size. Mr. Glidden made a motion to recommend approval of Petition SP -97 -20 to the City Council with the following conditions: 1. Prior to the issuance of any building permit for any land uses on lots 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, or 13, the contract shall be let for construction of East Park Drive in a two lane section from Burns road north to RCA Boulevard or the portion of roadway in question be abandoned, or the issue otherwise resolved. 2. Outdoor storage or outside work shall not be allowed on site. • 3. Buildings and site shall be used for interior storage only and the developer shall not sell, rent or allow the outside storage of vehicles, including watercraft. 4. The approval of this petition is contingent upon the approval of a waiver of the sign side setback requirement of Section 110 - 36(c)to 451. 5. Prior to scheduling this petition for a City Council meeting, the following data of the Traffic Impact Report needs to be revised: a. RCA -1 is vacant and should not be in the analysis. b. SPC - 1 with 121,229 square feet should be WPC-1. C. The church is no longer part of the development. 6. Prior to the issuance of the first building permit, a site lighting plan showing the photometric levels satisfying the requirements of LDR Section 118 -474 shall be submitted. 7. Prior to the issuance of any Certificates of Occupancy for any land uses in undeveloped lots of the plat of South Park Center, the traffic signal at the intersection of Burns Road and Riverside Drive /West Park Drive shall be fully operational, if • 6 • Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes April 28, 1998 warranted. 8. Prior to the issuance of the first Building Permit, the applicant will need to enter into an agreement with the City whereby: a) The applicant agrees to maintain the landscaping within the 50 -foot drainage easement in perpetuity. b) The applicant agrees to replace and /or relocate landscaping, at the applicant's expense, if the City ever requires a storm drain system within the 50 -foot drainage easement in the future. Landscaping plans will need to be submitted to the City for review and approval prior to replacing and /or relocating landscaping. 9. The City Forester and Landscape Architect of Record shall be involved in all aspects of the Oak tree relocation process, including but not limited to the root and canopy pruning, placement, and irrigation of said trees. • 10. The following mitigation plan shall apply if any protected (existing or relocated) tree dies due to construction practices or relocation work: a) if one or two protected trees die, the tree replacement of three caliper inches for every one lost shall apply. The petitioner shall replace the dead tree with a minimum 20, tall Live Oak tree in the same location. The remaining trees shall be located on site to the satisfaction of the Landscape Architect of Record and the City Forester. if the site cannot support a portion of the mitigation, the petitioner shall donate (delivered and planted) the remaining trees to the City. b) If more than two protected trees die, the petitioner shall return to City Council for further review of the landscape plan and for any further need for mitigation. 11. The decorative light fixtures shall be provided on the stucco joints at the towers facing the public right -of -way, of the same color and size to be approved by staff. 12. The 48" wax myrtles and 24" Wax Myrtles located within the 50' is 7 Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes April 28, 1998 drainage easement shall be relocated about 30' to the south and be doubled in quantity and size. 13. The Coco Plum hedge shall be moved up to the base of the building where it runs along Building D. 14. Concrete filled steel bollards shall be provided east of Building A at each air conditioner unit. Mr. Charming seconded the motion, which carried by vote of 5 -2. Mr. Nedvins left at this point in the meeting at 8:45 p.m. Workshop: Petition SP- 98 -03: Northcorp Lot 1. Hampton Inn George P. White, agent for Patrick M. Guarini, is requesting site plan approval for a 117 -unit Hampton Ian Hotel on Lot I of the Plat of RCA Boulevard Center. The four -story hotel will be approximately 73,480 square feet in size. The site area is approximately 2. 75 acres in • urea. RCA Center Lot I is located at the northeast corner of State Access Road (RCA Blvd.) (Northcorp Parkway and RCA Blvd.) (1-42S-43B, 6- 42S -43B) Planner II Edward Tombari reviewed the staff report dated April 28, 1998. John Vaughn of George White's office, reported the road shown on the east side of the property was not owned by the applicant; however, they had moved landscaping to accommodate the right -of -way in case it -- should come into being in the future. Mr. Vaughn explained that Hampton Inn was not an economy hotel, but had room rates comparable to Embassy Suites. Mr. Vaughn reviewed the Hampton operation, which did not include bar or restaurant facilities. Mr. Vaughn explained the project, including curb cuts, circulation pattern, and landscaping. Mr. Vaughn agreed to bring photographs depicting landscaping at Hampton Inn facilities in Boca Raton and Boynton Beach to the next meeting, which he explained would show that Hampton Inn landscaping standards were not minimum. Pavers had been used under the porte cochere, which the applicant was assured were fine. Mr. Vaughn described the pool and reflecting pond areas and landscaping, and the view from the main lobby. Mr. Vaughn explained that three loading zones were shown; however, the applicant only needed one and • 8 Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes April 28, 1998 would prefer to landscape the other spaces, but did not want to request any waivers that might slow the approval process since there was a time constraint with the owner that the project must receive approval by a specific date. Mr. Vaughn described the hotel colors, and stated that color renderings and photographs as well as material samples and colors would be presented at the next meeting. Mr. Vaughn commented the roof mounted equipment would be totally screened; and the roof over the porte cochere would be Spanish tile. Mr. Vaughn was requested to bring photographs of as many hotels as possible. Following discussion of the parapet wall, Mr. Glidden requested photographs of the parapet wall, since he believed it was not screening anything, and questioned what equipment would be mounted on the roof. Mr. Vaughn explained that all louvers were totally hidden. Mr. Vaughn gave directions to the Hampton Inns in Boca Raton and Boynton Beach. Mr. Solomon requested a floor plan for safety issues. Growth Management Director Manning explained that a floor plan was not presented at this stage in the process. Mr. Vaughn described the floor plan and stated he would bring a floor plan. Mr. Vaughn explained the air conditioning system to the rooms. Mr. Vaughn explained that this building was a prototype building for Hampton Inn, and that more stories had not been considered. Mr. Minor commented • that Northcorp limited hotels to 120 rooms. Mr. Solomon discussed easements, and Mr. Vaughn described where easements were located. Mr. Vaughn explained the state access road would link to the shopping center. Mr. Vaughn explained there was one handicap accessible room for every room type, making a total of five in the facility, which was one over the required number. Mr. Channing expressed his opinion that this hotel was ugly with a big parking lot and nothing but a hedge, and would like to see a lot more. Mr. Channing requested a rendered elevation, photographs of other hotels, and that the landscape architect be present at the next meeting. Chair Carlino advised the applicant that this Committee preferred heavy landscaping. Mr. Glidden questioned whether the sun would shine on the lap pool in the winter, to which Mr. Vaughn responded no and that was the 'reason for the other pool. Mr. Glidden suggested that photographs be provided in time for distribution with the staff report before the next meeting. Mr. Glidden stated the Committee would be looking for a very strong landscaping provision. Direction to the applicant was to bring a floor plan, the landscape architect, samples, and provide photographs ahead of time. A reduced version handout of the floor plan for each member of the committee was requested of staff. Growth Management Director Manning explained that while most of the review concerned the exterior, frequently there was a relationship to 0 9 • Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes April 28, 1998 the interior design; however, internal function of the building was not the purview of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Ms. Manning invited calls to staff if there was any confusion. Mr. Minor requested the members to call staff with any questions that arose during their review of packets before meetings. There was no old business to come before the Board. NEW BUSINESS Mr. Solomon commented that the 8 -1/2" x 11" plans included in the packets were very hard to read and suggested those be 11" x 17" and folded. • 0 10 Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes April 28, 1998 ADJOUMWENT There being no further business, upon motion by Chair Pro Tem Glidden, seconded by Mr. Masters, and unanimously carried, the meeting was adjourned at 9:25 p.m. The next meeting will be held May 12, 1998. APPROVED: Diane arlino, Chair _ Z/ J r harming, ice air P Jahn,G dden, Chair Pro Tem '---fohn /gedvins • (Absent) Thomas store Ralph Pisani f Dennis olomon chard Masters, Alternate Bahareh Keshavarz, Secretary • 11