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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes P&Z 082598CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION August 25, 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 at 6:30 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. There were no comments by the Growth Management Director. ITEMS BY CITY COUNCIL LIAISON City Council Liaison Carl Sabatello requested that future agendas place this item at the end of the meeting. • APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of August 11, 1998 - Mr. Masters made a motion to approve the minutes of the August 11, 1998 meeting with Plastridge Insurance Center changed to PGA National DRI Amendment. Mr. Solomon seconded the motion. Motion carried by 4 -0 vote to approve the minutes as submitted at this meeting. Mr. Nedvins abstained. SITE PLAN AND APPEARANCE REVIEW COMKITTEE The roll was called by Jackie Holloman, Secretary for the meeting. Chair Diane Carlino Joel Channing, Vice Chair John Glidden, Chair Pro Tem John Nedvins • Ralph Pisani (Arrived at 6:35 p.m.) Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes August 25, 1998 Dennis Solomon Alternate Richard Masters Also present at the meeting were Growth Management Director Roxanne Manning, City Attorney Carole Wallace Post, City Council Liaison Carl Sabatello, Principal Planners Kim Glas Castro and Marty Minor, Planner II Bahareh Keshavarz, Planner II Edward Tombari, Planner I Angela Csinsi, and Planner I John Lindgren. workshop - Petition SP -98 -18 - The Oaks Center PUD Site Plea Amendmen t A request by Rick Greene, agent, to amend the four -acre section of The Oaks PUD, known as The Oaks Center. The amendment includes eliminating the second story space in the easternmost building, the addition of two decorative towers and connecting the three buildings. The subject property is located at the northwest corner of Burns Road and Prosperity Farms Road. (8- 42S -43B) Principal Planner Marty Minor reviewed the staff report dated August 25, 1998 and answered questions from the Board. Donaldson Hearing spoke for the petitioner, in favor of reduced parking spaces with green space provided, and stated the petitioner had no objection to moving the Burns Road buffer but that it was believed the residents would object. Proposed changes to the building footprint were reviewed. Mr. Solomon spoke in favor of moving the buffer and the building, and changing the fence material from chain link to wood. Mr. Channing expressed his opinion in favor of moving the building and buffer. Mr. Glidden pointed out that the originally approved 12, buffer was reduced to 101 because 21 had been taken for sidewalk space; that several pieces of mechanical and electrical equipment needed to be screened; that one area of the roof plan needed to be fixed, agreed with staff regarding setbacks; and questioned the concrete service apron going all around the building, to which Mr. Hearing responded the apron would provide maintenance and emergency access and that the air conditioning units would be screened. Mr. Glidden expressed his 0 2 Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes August 25, 1998 opinion that the apron was only needed where access to the building was provided, and stated no objection to the proposed awnings. Mr. Nedvins favored moving the building, preferred single color awnings, proposed at least one loading space and that the fence material be what was desired by the residents, proposed that the existing mangroves be undisturbed, and requested proper drainage to avoid future flooding. Mr. Masters favored more rear setback and the building moved provided the neighbors agreed. Mr. Glidden objected to the fire wall showing above the roof. Chair Carlino summarized the comments and stated consensus was to move the front buffer 51; that there was no consensus on the awning color; petitioner needed to work with the City Forester regarding the landscape buffer; equipment needed to be screened; petitioner should change the 18° pitch behind the tower on the roof, and possibly change the concrete apron around the building, that one comment had been made in favor of a loading space; and that drainage needed to be proper. Workshop - Petition SP -98 -16 - Northlake/Convress Commercial Center Neil Gaeta, agent for Lou Gaeta Development Co., Is seeking site plan approval for a 13,905 square foot Nalgreens convenience store and a 2,910 square foot Pollo Tropical restaurant. The total land area is 3.56 acres and is located on the north side of Northlake Boulevard approximately 1 mile east of I -95. (18 -42S -432) Principal Planner Marty Minor reviewed the staff report dated August 25, 1998, and responded to questions from the Committee. Mr. Minor explained that open space calculations must meet code requirements. Traffic circulation and stacking was discussed. Mr. Glidden proposed an escape lane be added at the rear. Mr. Minor clarified that there would be one developer for both buildings, that sale of a portion of the property would require City approval to subdivide the parcel, and that there would be an access easement to the mobile home park at the northwest corner of this project. Access to the site was discussed. Mr. Minor clarified that stacking requirements for the drive - through was five vehicles but that a waiver could be requested. Lou Gaeta, agent for the petitioner, provided a history of the site, which had been purchased from the MacArthur Foundation, and explained that construction of the Congress Avenue extension was to begin in January beginning at the north end and going south. Mr. Gaeta 40 3 Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes • August 25, 1998 commented that the petitioner agreed with most of the staff conditions, but explained that Walgreens was trying to get all their stores approved with curbing rather than wheel stops, which they considered a safety issue since people were falling over them; but understood the City Code requirement and would abide by it. Mr. Gaeta discussed access and how the intersection at Congress Avenue would be configured. Mr. Gaeta explained that there was extra space in the aisleways which could be used to increase landscaping; however, the applicant preferred to have the aisleways wide. Mr. Channing suggested designating traffic around Pollo Tropical one way to solve the circulation problem, which the staff and the applicant agreed would be helpful. David Keen discussed landscaping and described proposed plant materials and additional landscaping which was to be included. In the area of the Walgreens building canopy, the petitioner proposed minimum landscaping for safety reasons. Concern was expressed that a lot of the new Walgreens buildings seemed bare and stark, and the petitioner was requested to work to provide more landscaping to soften the building. A wall or berm was recommended to divide the parking lot from the street. Maintaining a 51 minimum landscaping buffer in all areas was recommended. Other comments • included providing a by -pass lane at Pollo Tropical. Petitioner explained the landscaping plan and site plan would be consistent at the next meeting. More landscaping to soften the loading area and the FPL transformer was recommended, and also adding architectural features to the rear of Walgreens. One -way counter clockwise traffic around Pollo Tropical was suggested. Screening roof - mounted equipment was required. Mr. Gaeta explained the FPL transformer would be moved and would be landscaped. The possibility of using a small amount of the main color of each building on the other building was suggested in order to blend the building colors. Colored elevations of landscaping to scale against the building were requested. wrapping the barrel tile on each corner of the east and west elevation around the corner and adding a small piece in the middle was suggested to dress up the rear of the Walgreens building. Another member of the Committee requested softening the exterior of Walgreens. A summary by Chair Carlino included the following items: Adding a by- pass lane and changing traffic circulation at Pollo Tropical; improving landscaping and possible addition of a berm along the Northlake corridor; wrap barrel tile around the corners of the 0 4 Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes • August 25, 1998 Walgreens building; blend colors of buildings; and make sure plans are consistent with everything properly noted. Mr. Glidden pointed out an area on the site plan where lines did not come together at the southwest corner. PLANNING AND ZONING COMKISSION The roll was called by Jackie Holloman, Secretary for the meeting. Present Absent Chair Diane Carlino Ralph Pisani Joel Channing, Vice Chair John Glidden, Chair Pro Tem. John Nedvins Dennis Solomon Alternate Richard Masters WorkshQV - Petitions LU- 97 -03, LU-97 -04, LU- 97 -05, The Commons Parcels 1, 2 & 3 Sank Skokowski, agent for Charming Corporation, is requesting land use amendments for three separate parcels of land. The proposed amendments include a land use change from Residential Medium (RM) and Residential High (Rff) to Mixed Use Development (AW) . The three parcels are located along the south side of PGA Boulevard, between Avenue of the PGA and Military Trail. (11,12 -42S -42S) Mr. Channing and Mr. Glidden stepped down due to conflict of interest. Principal Planner Kim Glas presented a slide presentation of the three different petitions for small -scale land use change which were being considered together because of similar issues. A portion of each parcel was proposed to be changed to mixed use, currently promoted by the State and also in accordance with the City's vision as a development pattern. Staff concerns were that the proposed mixed use designations were derived to meet small -scale land use change criteria and might not be in the best of interest of the City's planning; that • 5 Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes • August 25, 1998 0 [7 the land use change would convert the western PGA Boulevard corridor int o need for redesignation of these demonstrated; and that residential were required by the City but were requested direction on whether this character of the residential areas. residential character of a mixed -use corridor; that three parcels had not the the been units above non - residential uses not provided in Parcel 1. Staff was the right time to change the Steve Mathison, attorney for the petitioner, introduced Henry Skokowski, agent for the petitioner, who provided an overview of the request and responded to specific staff concerns. It was clarified that any uses were allowed from a land use perspective, however, the PGA Overlay and PUD process did allow restriction of certain uses. Ms. Glas explained that an analysis for which specific criteria was used was required for any land use change to indicate whether there was a need for the land use. Growth Management Director Manning explained that a needs analysis was only applicable for a zoning petition if there was something in the LDR's or the Code that required a market analysis for the proposed project. Attorney Mathison indicated the petitioner would work with staff to provide information for the analysis. During ensuing discussion, Ms. Glas commented that conditions were not placed upon land use amendments; however, they were placed on PUD's. Workshop - Petition PUD-98-03 - The Commons Parcel 1 A request by Urban Design Studio, agent, for Planned Unit Development (PUD) approval of a mixed -use project with 31 residential units, 14,212 square feet of general office, 5,267 of medical office, 10,667 square feet of general retail, 5,900 square feet of indoor restaurant use and 2,260 square feet of outdoor restaurant use. The 7.304 -acre site is located on the south side of PGA Boulevard, immediately east of Its intersection with Avenue of the PGA. (11 -425 -428) Petitioner displayed color renderings of the proposed project. Chair Carlino explained the PUD approval process and that a public hearing would be held. Principal Planner Marty Minor reviewed the staff report for Parcel 1 dated August 17, 1998. Chair Carlino added the following two items so that all three parcels could be included in the discussion: N. Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes . August 25, 1998 workshop - Petition Pap -98 -04 - The Commons Parcel 2 A request by Drban Design Studio, agent, for planned unit development (PUD) approval of a mixed -use project with 21 residential units, and 39,480 square feet of commercial business. The 8.997 -acre site is located on the south side of PGA Boulevard, immediately west of its Intersection with Hickory Drive. (11-42S-42S) Workshow _Petition PUD- 98 -05_ The Commons Parcel 3 A request by Urban Design Studio, agent, for planned unit development (PUD) approval of a mixed -use project with 53 residential units, and 72,450 square feet of commercial business. The 12.266 -acre site is located on the south side of PGA Boulevard, immediately east of its intersection with Hickory Drive. (12- 42S -42B) Principal Planner Minor reviewed the staff reports for parcels 2 and 3, dated August 25, 1998. Attorney Mathison introduced others present who would present • information on behalf of the petitioner and provided an overview of the development proposed for The Commons parcels, which he described as a truly mixed -use concept. Attorney. Mathison explained that he and the developer /purchaser, Joel Channing, had won an RFP from the MacArthur Foundation for the purchase and development of this property, and that Mr. Channing had created a gateway to this section of the City in accordance with the City's visioning process, and would work with the PGA Boulevard Corridor Overlay to implement his concept. Attorney Mathison described Mr. Channing's efforts in working with the neighbors and explained that he had agreed to record a 20 -year covenant running with the land to restrict the land uses to those approved by the City in this original application. Henry Skokowski, agent for the petitioner, described the project and its uniqueness. Mr. Skokowski commented that he would discuss remaining issues at a later workshop. Keith Spina, Oliver and Glidden Partners Architects, provided a brief overview of the neo- traditional Mediterranean architecture using elevations, color boards showing colors and materials, and drawings. • 7 Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes • August 25, 1998 Frank Maroney, Landscape Architect, described the traditional style of native landscaping proposed, with bike paths and other features to make the project pedestrian friendly. Landscaping was chosen to attract birds and wildlife. The parking lot would contain large trees which would allow this area to function as a buffer. Access to shops, cafes, and "people watching" areas were described. Connectivity between the parcels was reviewed. Mr. Maroney credited the City Forester and staff with ideas which softened the landscaping. Mr. Mathison commented on the level of detail and the amount of thought that had gone into this project, and requested a public hearing in 30 days if possible. After discussion, it was agreed to leave the decision of when to hold the public hearing up to staff with the understanding that holding the public hearing did not necessarily mean the petition would be ready to advance to City Council for consideration. Comments by the Commission included a recommendation to incorporate the 20 -year covenant into future discussions, a suggestion that some concerns could be discussed with staff, clarification by Architect Spina regarding locations of rental units and parking, clarification of the number of dwelling units proposed, and proposed access and traffic circulation. Attorney Mathison explained that a property owner's association would be created for the whole project, and that the mixed use portion of the development would be constructed first. It was clarified that there was a list of non - permitted adult uses, and that approval by the Commission could be conditioned not to permit certain uses. Location of a proposed privacy wall was discussed. A decision would be made'regarding whether signage would be included or presented separately. Mr. Skokowski commented the signage was intended to be low -key worth Avenue type signage. Drainage was proposed into a canal also serving Ballenlsles. Mr. Masters reported he had attended meetings regarding drainage. Mr. Channing and Mr. Glidden returned to the meeting. Workshop - Amendment to Church Regulations Principal Planner Marty Minor reviewed the staff report dated August 0 8 Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes August 25, 1998 25, 1998 entitled Draft Church Regulations Amendment Ordinance, and described the proposed new regulations, including a new use category of a religious facility with more than 1,000 seats in the sanctuary; a revised parking standard of one space per each three seats in a sanctuary auditorium plus one space for each 1,000 square feet of general assembly area, with parking standards for a school, day care and other accessory uses to be used when applicable; and clarification of accessory uses permitted in conjunction with religious facilities. During ensuing discussion, a peak time parking analysis was recommended, as well as including adult day care centers in the ordinance language. Staff clarified that there was a standard measurement used to equal one seat. Mr. Channing expressed his opinion that residential neighborhoods should have as many churches and schools as they desired. ITEMS BY CITY COUNCIL LIAISON Consensus was to allow the City Council Liaison comments to be placed on the agenda where the City Council Liaison desired. City Council • Liaison Carl Sabatello commented he would provide feedback regarding any changes made by the City Council to recommendations made by the Commission. To date, no big changes had been made other than architectural concerns and landscaping on Hampton Inn. Mr. Sabatello reported that Lone Pine had been rejected and discussed the reasons for the rejection including that they had not shown why they should not abide by code on the issue of lot sizes. Charts would be provided in the future to make it easier for the Commission to see what items had been changed or added by the City Council. W . _ �r There was no old business to come before the Commission. NEW BUSINESS Chair Carling commented that Assistant City Manager Greg Dunham's last day would be August 28, 1998 and wished him well in his new position. • 9 Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes . August 25, 1998 The best location for the podium was discussed. Attorney Post clarified that it was State law that commission members could not hold discussions regarding petitions among themselves outside a public meeting. • • 10 Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes August 25, 1998 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, upon motion by Mr. Masters, seconded by Mr. Channing, and unanimously carried, the meeting was adjourned at 11:00 The next meeting will be held September 8, 1998. 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