HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes P&Z 011095CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
JANUARY 10, 1995
MINUTES
The Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Palm Beach Gardens,
Florida, was called to order by Chairman Elect Carl Sabatello 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 Chairman Elect Sabatello:
Present Absent
Carl Sabatello Phillip Lyddon
Diane Carlino Daniel Honig
William Mignogna John Glidden
Thomas Pastore
Christopher Jones, Alternate
Tom Paganini, Alternate
• Also present at the meeting was Assistant City Attorney Paul Golis.
ITEMS BY PLANNING AND ZONING DIRECTOR
On behalf of Director Richard Walton, who was not present at the meeting, Mr. Bristol Ellington,
Principal Planner, announced that Lawrence Smith, agent for the American Financial -downs
Partnership, had requested a postponement due to a violation of public notification on the part of the
agent which requires signage on the site for an amendment or planned unit development application.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mr. William Mignogna made a motion to approve the minutes of the November 22, 1994, Planning
and Zoning Commission meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Thomas Paganini. The motion
was approved by a 4 -0 vote.
SITE PLAN & APPEARANCE REVIEW COMMITTEE
• Wor ho : Petition SP- 94 -21, by Henry Skokowski, agent for MacArthur Holding A, Inc., is
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requesting site plan approval to construct 48 lot semi - custom single - family zero lot line residential
homes on 12 acres on Parcel 29 in the BallenIsles Country Club Planned Community District
(PCD). (14- 42S -42E)
Mr. Bristol Ellington reviewed the staff report dated January 5, 1995.
Henry Skokowski commented on a few of the staff concerns and stated that it would be difficult to
preserve pines and palms on the property due to the zero -lot line homes and necessary fill of 2 to
3 feet. Discussion ensued regarding possible transplanting. Mr. Skokowski proposed that 15 slash
pines and 10 sabal palms which must be relocated be transplanted in a nearby neighborhood park,
and commented that if any did not survive that City guidelines would be followed for replacement.
Mr. Ellington explained that City Forester Hendrickson had requested a landscape plan identifying
trees proposed for relocation and relocation sites. Mr. Skokowski expressed difficulty in preparing
such a plan up front. Chairman Sabatello suggested that prior to excavation, trees be tagged and
approved by the City, and that a plan of the park showing approximate relocation sites be submitted
within 90 days of approval. Mr. Chris Jones questioned whether any trees were planned for
preservation other than the trees proposed for relocation to which Mr. Skokowski responded that
BallenIsles' general design philosophy was to use as much landscape and softscape as possible in lieu
of hardscape, i.e., continuous walls, and that in order to preserve trees a wall would be necessary.
Chairman Sabatello expressed concern that the specific number of trees on the master plan did not
• allow for flexibility to which Mr. Jones suggested when trees were selected to be tagged that the best
15 slash pines be selected and possibly 5 extra ones tagged with a different color in case some of
the fifteen best could not be moved. Mr. Pastore questioned whether the low elevation of the park
site would be a problem to which Mr. Salour responded that the park site would be graded up front
to avoid the necessity of using fill later.
Mr. Skokowski indicated that the roadway timetable was to go out for bid in 30 -60 days with
construction to commence in April and completion of both the roadway and the lakes anticipated in
January 1996. Additional timing was indicated to be construction of golf course holes 5, 6, and 7
from June through September, 1995; and collective roadway landscaping from January, 1996 through
April, 1996. Mr. Skokowski commented that a mathmatized plan would be submitted prior to the
next meeting; agreed to increase the edge of pavement radius to maximum in the cul -de -sac;.
requested a waiver so that the sidewalk would be on only one side of the cul -de -sac since the other
side would not service any homes; and explained that the Fire Department had agreed to a proposed
stabilized construction roadway prior to issuance of the first C.O.
Gary Stoth, Architect for the project, reviewed the architecture and assured the Committee that the
roof tile samples and paver samples presented at the meeting were described on the plan. Mr.
Skokowski explained that the drawings reflected three of six actual models, and one model included
a golf cart garage option which if exercised would create an approximate 5 -foot jog in the lot line,
and if not exercised that space would become landscaped area creating a wider separation between
units. Discussion ensued concerning routes golf carts would use from their garage to the golf
course, and Mr. Skokowski explained that the 8 -foot wide drives along BallenIsles Drive would be
used by the golf carts. Architect Stoth explained that all units included space for golf cart storage,
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with some models providing the storage space within the garage and some using the exterior golf
cart garage with separate doors. Rooftop, wall and trim color restrictions were discussed and
Chairman Sabatello stated he was comfortable with the proposed approval process of review by an
Architectural Committee which already existed in other developments within BallenIsles.
Chairman Sabatello requested that graphics presented to the City Council be labeled to indicate that
landscaping depicted was for graphics only so that the Council would not confuse the drawings with
actual landscaping.
Landscape Architect John Lang with Lang Design Group reviewed the typical landscape planting
plan for the units. Mr. Lang explained that the casual tropical landscape would contain a lot of
color, and that variations along the streetscape were created by assigning a specific landscaping plan
to each model. Mr. Salour explained that the New Construction Review Committee could approve
different types of palms, etc. to vary the streetscape in case several of the same model were
constructed in a row, but could not change the quantities or specifications. Discussion of how to
allow for this variation on approved plans was discussed, and applicant was directed to meet with
City Forester Hendrickson to determine the appropriate language.
Mr. Ellington pointed out that nothing restricted like models located next to each other. Discussion
• ensued regarding requiring different color combinations of homes when the same models were side -
by -side.
Pool landscaping was discussed. Architect Lang explained that a typical landscaping plan existed
for homes without pools. Chairman Sabatello requested that all efforts be made to address
conditions so that homeowners would not complain that the Site Plan and Appearance Review
Committee had not addressed an item. Architect Lang responded to Mr. Mignogna that landscaping
within the courtyard areas would be maintained by the homeowners.
Perimeter landscaping was reviewed by Landscape Architect Brent Williams. During the ensuing
discussion, Chairman Sabatello suggested that the two lots with the zero lot line fronting along the
roadway be softened, and was assured by Mr. Williams that the problem had been addressed and the
buildings would be basically obscured by a heavy landscaping buffer. Irrigation for the cul -de -sac
landscaping which would be provided from a lake was also discussed.
Mr. Ellington suggested a condition that the main east -west roadway into the entrance of the
development shall be constructed and open to the public before issuance of the first C.O., and
explained that this was a normal condition, and that the temporary C.O. for dry models could be
agreed to in addition.
Mr. Ellington stated that because of the gopher tortoises on the property City Forester Hendrickson
had noted that a permit would need to be obtained from the Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish
Commission.
Chairman Sabatello requested the applicant provide a typical screening detail which would show a
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hedge, height, etc. for the centrifugal irrigation pump. Mr. Mignogna requested additional
architectural details be added to the rear of homes on lots 1 and 48.
The issue of the sidewalk waiver was discussed. Mr. Ellington explained that the Land Development
Regulations contained language requiring a sidewalk around a cul -de -sac. The Committee decided
to support the sidewalk waiver since this was a unique situation without homes on one side.
After further discussion the Committee Members expressed the following comments and concerns:
1. The language within the landscape plan should account for acceptable alternative types of
vegetation that the homeowner would be allowed to choose from when deviating from the
standard landscape plan.
2. Petitioner must obtain a sign -off from the Fire Department on the stabilized road construction
prior to issuance of the first C.O.
3. Pine Trees and Palms to be relocated should be tagged prior to excavation.
4. A landscape plan shall be submitted within 90 days of approval of the parcel, and shall
• reflect the location of the relocated palms and trees.
5. A site plan should illustrate a typical screening of irrigation pump and service panel.
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6. The rear elevation of the two lots adjacent to lot 1 and lot 48 may require that the
architectural treatment to be enhanced.
7. The Committee agreed to support the waiver for the required extension of the sidewalk
around the cul -de -sac.
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
Workshop: Petition PUD- 94 -17, by Lawrence Smith, agent for the American Financial -Downs
Partnership, is requesting Planned Unit Development approval for the construction of a restaurant
building on a 2.947 -acre site. Located generally at the northwest comer of PGA Boulevard and
Ellison Wilson Road. {The Bridge Center PUD} (5- 42S -43E)
This petition is to be rescheduled for a later meeting.
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OLD BUSINESS
Chairman Sabatello requested that the proposed newspaper rack ordinance process be kept on a
schedule to ensure timely presentation to the City Council. Mr. Ellington explained that the
ordinance draft had been reviewed by Planning Technician Alice Everard and by Assistant City
Attorney Golis, and that the draft had been found lacking in that it did not address abandonment or
liability. Mr. Pastore stated that he would send his comments to staff. Mr. Paganini expressed
safety concerns in that placement of newsrack boxes could cause traffic accidents, to which Mr.
Ellington responded that language in the draft ordinance addressed distances and setbacks. Ms.
Carlino commented that typographical errors needed to be corrected, and questioned whether some
graphics should be prohibited, but was advised that the ordinance could not limit freedom of the
press. Ms. Carlino also questioned whether the ordinance would apply only on public roadways,
to which Attorney Golis responded that he believed private property could not be regulated, and
would check on that. Chairman Sabatello pointed out that in new petitions a condition could require
newsracks to be screened, and suggested that "public right -of- ways" be changed to "City of Palm
Beach Gardens" so that all newsracks would have to go through the necessary process. During the
discussion on this matter the following points were raised: Grandfathering would not apply,
guidelines for typical appearance and screening requirements should be flexible, length of phasing
period, setbacks might need to include pull away areas with small signs on main roadways to indicate
• newsrack areas, possible limitation to secondary roadways, and comments were needed from the fire
and police departments and the City engineer.
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NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Mignogna thanked staff for providing coffee for the meeting.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:14 p.m. The next meeting will be
held January 24, 1994 --,,
Carl Sabatello,
(Absent)
John Glidden
Phillip Lyddon
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Thomas Pastore
Tom Paganini
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Alice Everard, Se retary
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Diane Carlino, Vice Chair
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Daniel Honig
William Mignogiia
Christopher ones, jIternate
(0MVER o GLIDDEN & PARTNERS
ARCHITECTS & PLANNERS, INC.
1401 FORUM WAY, SUITE 100
WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA 33401
407 - 684 -6841 / FAX 407 - 684 -6890
January 3, 1995
Jackie Holloman
Palm Beach Gardens Planning and Zoning
10500 N. Military Trail
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
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JOHN GLIDDEN
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Dear Jackie:
Please be advised that I will not be able to attend the January 10 planning and zoning meeting
as I am out of town. I will be attending the following meeting scheduled for January 24.
Very truly yours, _
JOHN GLIDDEN
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