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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes P&Z 121096• • CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION December 10, 1996 MINUTES The Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, was called to order by Vice Chairman Diane Carlino at 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. The roll was called by Secretary Melissa Prindiville: Present Diane Carlino John Glidden Chris Jones Tom Paganini Thomas Pastore John Nedvins Jeff Ornstein Absent Carl Sabatello William Mignogna Also present at the meeting were Planning and Zoning Director Richard Walton, Assistant City Attorney Paul Golis, Assistant City Manager Greg Dunham, Principal Planner Marty Minor, and Planner Edward Tombari. ITEMS BY PLANNING AND ZONING DIRECTOR Director Walton wished those present Happy Holidays. ITEMS BY CITY COUNCIL LIAISON There were no items by the City Council Liaison. Minutes of November 26.1996 - Mr. Pastore made a motion to approve the minutes as submitted. Mr. Jones seconded the motion, which carried by vote of 5 -0, with abstentions by Mr. Ornstein and Mr. Glidden. k • Planning a Zoning Commission Minutes December 10, 1996 SITE PLAN AND APPEARANCE BOARD Morkshop: Petition SP- 96 -14, by Henry Skokowski, agent for BallenIsles Development Corporation, is requesting site plan approval for the construction of 34 single- family detached custom built units on 11.76 acres on Parcel 7 in the BaZlenlsles Planned Community District (PCD). (11- 42S-42H) Principal Planner Marty Minor reviewed the staff report dated December 6, 1996. Mr. Henry Skokowski, agent for the petitioner, commented that at the time custom zero lot line homes were first introduced, that the City had suggested that architectural guidelines be established, and that no special standards had been required to become a part of the City's records for traditional custom single - family detached homes. Planning and Zoning Director Walton commented that the petitioner had been requested to provide minimum design guidelines, which had not been forthcoming. Mr. Skokowski explained the BallenIsles architectural review process and commented that Mr. Salour had indicated he had is never had any complaints regarding the quality of homes in BallenIsles. Mr. Walton explained that the current Code did not address design standards, which was why it was felt that the petitioner should provide them. Discussion ensued regarding past single family projects and whether they had been required to provide design standards. Since such projects within BallenIsles and PGA National had not been required to provide design standards, Commissioners questioned at what point others should be required to provide them. Mr. Skokowski commented that this was BallenIsles's eighth custom home project to date. Nadir Salour explained the process followed by BallenIsles in reaching a final design for a home, which included compliance with BallenIsles design guidelines. Mr. Skokowski commented that the plan for this project was fairly simple, that there might or might not be a connection to parcel 19 and that if access were provided that it would be aligned, that there would be a pedestrian connection to BallenIsles Drive, and that the signage package would be submitted to City Council. Mr. Skokowski referred to the chart within the staff report which compared the project requirements to those of conventional zoning, and requested that the Commission remember that this project was not an ordinary subdivision. Building height was not listed, however, Mr. Skokowski explained that the homes would meet the 36, height requirement for 0 2 • Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes December 10, 1996 single family homes. Open space was indicated to be 655, compared to the requirement of 35 %. Mr. Skokowski stated that the applicant had no problem accepting the 36' building height and the 35%- open space requirements. Mr. Ornstein questioned whether Gopher Tortoises were present on the site, to which the response was that there were none. In response to Mr. Paganini's question regarding Fairwinds Avenue construction, Mr. Salour explained that the core infrastructure had been installed, as well as 99% of the landscaping. Vice Chair Carlino referred to staff comments regarding the sales center, to which Mr. Salour responded that the building was planned to be demolished within 120 days, and a letter of credit had been filed with the City to guarantee that it would be demolished. Vice Chair Carlino questioned the staff's comfort level of moving projects forward when there were very little comments by the Commission, such as in this petition, and how the Commission would know that staff was comfortable with proceeding. Director Walton responded that information would be included in the staff report. WorkshQv: Petition SP- 96 -15, by Henry Skokowski, agent for is Ball enlsl es Development Corporation, is requesting site plan approval for the construction of 23 single - family detached custom built units on 9.25 acres on Parcel 25-B in the Ballenlsles Planned Community District (PCD). (13- 42S -42B) Principal Planner Marty Minor reviewed the staff report dated December 6, 1996. The issue of how to approve a wall within the PCD buffer was discussed, and was to be further researched by staff. The location of the sidewalk was clarified. Mr. Henry Skokowski, agent for the petitioner, explained that the site plan provided a loop road around the perimeter of the site and oriented all the single family homes onto a common open space area. The graphics indicating the PCD buffer were reviewed. Mr. Skokowski commented that enough additional landscaping composed of a native vegetative palette was proposed along the buffer to completely block the view of the wall or fence from Military Trail. Mr. Skokowski agreed to location of the gate to access landscape maintenance equipment at the south end, and explained that view of the gate from Military Trail would be blocked completely by curving the entrance access and installing additional landscaping materials. Mr. Skokowski stated the petitioner would be happy to provide written agreement to 36' building height, and the open space requirement of 3596; and 0 3 • Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes December 10, 1996 indicated that open space was noted on the plan to be 60$. Mr. Skokowski mentioned that the Seacoast issue was new to him, and that Mr. Salour would address that issue. Mr. Skokowski commented regarding the waiver request and treatment of lots 1 through 5 that those lots were shorter and similar to lots in Parcel 25A, and the applicant wished to use the same standards for setbacks as were used in Parcel 25A. Mr. Skokowski described the setbacks, the road right - of -way, and the landscape buffer in that area. Discussion ensued regarding the requested setbacks versus Code requirements. The double gate was discussed, and Mr. Salour explained that the gate was proposed to be green chain link with a wind screen. In response to a question from Mr. Pastore, Mr. Skokowski clarified that if two one - story homes or if two two -story homes were constructed on lots 6 and 23 then the guidelines regarding setbacks were clear; however, he was not sure of the setbacks required if one one -story and one two -story home was constructed on those lots. Mr. Ornstein's suggestion was to split the difference. Director Walton commented that that situation had never previously existed. The issue of a wall versus a fence was discussed; and Mr. Skokowski explained that if the interpretation was in favor of a fence then the petitioner would plant additional landscaping. • Mr. Salour explained that Seacoast had requested a well site and that numerous discussions had ensued. Ground water was an extremely sensitive issue to BallenIsles because of past problems. Seacoast's position was that although they did not know if the well would ever be needed, they wanted it now. 251 x 251 would be needed for the well, which would be in the Military Trail buffer area. Mr. Salour explained that he had requested that Seacoast get a permit for the well before asking for it and they were not willing to do so. Mr. Salour requested that Seacoast be required to conduct a professional study that the well was needed and would not cause problems. Director Walton explained that since the City was part owner of Seacoast Utility that he was not sure what their position would be after considering the applicant's position regarding the well. Mr. Salour explained that the well was intended to produce one million gallons per day. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION workshop: Petition PUD -96- 06, by Joseph W. Porten, for the development of a Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the construction of 13 zero lot line townhomes. The 1.45 acre site is located on the 0 4 Planning a Zoning Commission Minutes December 10, 1996 west side of Military Trail, north of Holly Drive. (12 -42S -425) Principal Planner Marty Minor reviewed the staff report dated December 5, 1996. In regard to the unbuilt lot, Assistant Attorney Paul Golis advised that in order to achieve consistency, a replat should be done prior to issuance of the building permit, and that technically the replat would need to be done before final City Council action. Joseph Porten, agent for the petitioner, explained that 15 tracts presently existed, one of which would be deeded to the Homeowners Association to be used as common area. Attorney Golis stated that his recommendation for replat still stood. Mr. Porten explained that the petitioner would like to break ground on this project on March 1, 1997; and that the colors proposed would be apricot with white trim and red barrel tile roofs. Mr. Ornstein suggested that the north elevation be enhanced architecturally in conjunction with the proposed landscaping to be similar to the south elevation. Mr. Ornstein requested that the applicant provide a floor plan. vice Chair Carlin requested a sample of the red terra cotta roof tile. Concern was expressed that the roof color might need to be changed since the roof expanse was so great. Mr. Jones explained that the roof material needed to be noted on the plans as well as colors for each piece of 40, trim or door, shutters, banding, etc. Architectural enhancement was requested on the blank wall facing both north and south by Mr. Paganini. Mr. Ornstein stated that the rear elevation lacked character and should be changed, with which Mr. Nedvins expressed agreement. Mr. Nedvins suggested that a privacy wall be provided along Military Trail, and requested a color rendering of the project. Mr. Glidden expressed concern that the side elevations should have more windows; that the rear elevation needed a break in the roof line, and that the red proposed for the roof would be too prominent. Mr. Jones expressed concern that all of the building character was in the front, and the back and sides had been neglected. Mr. Jones also expressed disappointment that the petitioner had not provided more driveway between the back of the parking and the front of the buildings; to which Mr. Porten responded that there had not been sufficient room considering the old approval, and that the petitioner would probably have done a totally different type of building if they had known that a replat would have to be done. The units would be for sale, and would not be rental units. Mr. Jones commented that the handicap parking space needed a 51 aisle alongside to accommodate a wheel chair. Mr. Jones agreed that the red roof would not be desirable, and commented that landscaping could be enhanced. The applicant clarified that there would be no roof - mounted equipment, and is 5 Planning & zoning Commission Minutes December 10, 1996 commented that the streetscape along Military Trail could be enhanced. Vice Chair Carlino advised the applicant that they needed to provide the following items: 1. Roof sample. 2. Architectural enhancement. 3. Show the proper location of the canal. 4. Provide an accurate site plan. 5. Replat. 6. Provide a floor plan. 7. Provide color renderings. Mr. Ornstein suggested that if units 1, 2 and 3 were rotated 90 degrees that a much more interesting project from an architectural • elevation standpoint might be realized. Units 4, 5 and 6 could be moved to the west, and the open area could be made more useful. Mr. Ornstein suggested that these changes might help the project sell out faster. OLD BUSINESS There was no old business to come before the Commission. NEW BUSINESS Mr. Jones commented that the church article provided was quite timely. • 6 • Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes December 10, 1996 F:`91% LOA V;I"vy� There being no further business, upon motion by Mr. Ornstein, seconded by Mr. Nedvins, and unanimously carried, the meeting was adjourned at 9:15 P.M. The next meeting will be held January 14, 1997. APPROVED: (Absent) Carl Sabatello, Chairman Diane Carlino, Vice Chair (Absent) william Mignogna Tom Pa anlnl Christoph Jone Jeff Ornstein, Alternate John Nedvins, Alternate Melissa Prindiville, Secretary • 7