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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes P&Z 031588CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MARCH 15, 1988 SPECIAL MEETING The Special Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, was called to order by Chairman Don Vogel 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. ROLL CALL The roll was called by the secretary, and present were: Don Vogel, Chairman; Robert Hamner, Jeffrey Ornstein, Members; Nancy Jean Laurie, Primary Alternate Member. John Toshner, Mike Rosen and Robert Norris were not in attendance. • P. Hring - Recommendation to City Council re: Annex. of 39.287 acres, more or less, located within SWY4 of SEy of Section 14, Township 42 South, Range 42 East, less easement over west 40 feet thereof, under the City's AG - Agricultural District Zoning Classification, per petition of Mr. Don Hearing of GBS Architects, autho. agent for Mr. Wm. Groot adv. 2 22 88 (Recessed from meeting of 3 8 88 Mr. Don Hearing of GBS Architects, authorized agent for Mr. William Groot, addressed the Commission pointing out the location of the proposed annexation area and stating the annexation is "voluntary ". Mr. Hearing stated the property is currently zoned AR- Agricultural in the County, and the petitioner is requesting the same zoning within the City. The land use is presently Low Density Residential and the peti- tioner will be requesting a comparable land use designation in the City. Mr. Hearing stated the annexation would square off the City boundaries. Chairman Vogel declared the Public Hearing open. There being no comments from the public, the Hearing was closed. • 0 Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 1988 Page 2 Mr. Hamner moved to recommend approval to the City Council for annexing 39.287 acres, more or less, located within SW% of SEY4 of Section 14, Township 42 South, Range 42 East, less easement over west 40 feet thereof, under the City's AG - Agricultural District Zoning Classification, per petition of Mr. Don Hearing of GBS Architects, authorized agent for Mr. Wm. Groot. Ms. Laurie seconded and the motion was unani- mously carried. P. Hrin - Recommendation to City Council re: Modifying the "Clocktower" Professional Office PUD created 12/19/85 by Ordinance 19, 1985, providing for identification wall signage for the individual tenants, per petition of Mr. Earl Swartz, Pres. of Clocktower Association adv. 2/22/88) (Recessed from meeting of 3/8/88) • Mr. Earl Swartz, President of Clocktower Association, addressed the Commission stating signage was not addressed at the time of the original PUD approval and there has been confusion as to the permitting procedures. Mr. Swartz stated the existing tenant signage consists of 8" cast aluminum letters, with bronze enamel, which matches the building trim, and all future signage will be the same. Mr. Ken Stapleton explained that in the past, if signage was not addressed in the PUD, the Building Official applied the Sign Code in issuing permits. The policy has recently changed and the decision made that all PUD signage must go through the approval process. Mr. Stapleton stated Mr. Swartz is seeking an amendment to the PUD at the City's direction. In response to questions by Mr. Ornstein, Mr. Stapleton advised that each tenant will be permitted an identification sign, adhereing to submitted specifications. Mr. Ornstein expressed concern with possible excessive length of individual tenant • signage. Planning and Zoning Commission • March 15, 1988 Page 3 Chairman Vogel opened the Public Hearing. There being no comments from the public, the Public Hearing was closed. Mr. Hamner stated he feels the existing signage is tastefully done and he is in favor of the proposed amendment. Mr. Hamner moved to recommend approval to the City Council for modifying the "Clocktower" Professional Office PUD created 12/19/85 by Ordinance 19, 1985, pro- viding for identification wall signage for the individual tenants, per petition of Mr. Earl Swartz, President of Clocktower Association. Ms. Laurie seconded the motion which was carried with a vote of 3 -1, with Mr. Ornstein voting "Nay ". P. Hring - Recommendation to City Council re: Creation of .71 -acre "Garden Trail" PUD, with land uses permitted being those as set forth in • the City's RH -High Density Residential District, proposed to consist of 8 condominium units and be located on .71 acres fronting on the west side of N. Military Trail, between Lilac Street and Holly Drive, immediately south of "Palm Gardens A is ", per the petition of Messrs. Frank S. DeFilippo and Nicholas Corcokios of J.D.M. Gardens, Inc. adv. 2/22/88) (Recessed from meeting of 3/8/88 Mr. Frank DeFilippo addressed the Commission stating the proposed is an 8 -unit, single - story condominium with CBS construction and cement tile roof. Mr. DeFilippo advised lot coverage is 27.7 %, parking coverage is 27.6 %, and green space is 44.7 %. Mr. DeFilippo submitted revised landscape plans, incorporating changes requested by the City Forester. Mr. Ornstein requested justification for requesting 1 additional unit, for a total of 8 units. Mr. DeFilippo stated the addition of one unit would allow for symmetrical elevations, and also is economically advantageous. Mr. Ornstein stated he does not feel there is sufficient justification for increasing the number of units. • Chairman Vogel declared the Public Hearing open. Several residents, residing west of the canal, addressed the Commission stating concern; comments re: hazardous conditions resulting from the entrance on Military Trail; appearance of screen enclosures; increased density; need for security between pro- Planning and Zoning Commission Page 4 March 15, 1988 • posed project and property to the north. All residents were'pleased with the proposed development being 1 story rather than 2, but suggested a berm be pro- vided at the rear of the project. Mr. Ornstein moved to recommend denial to the City Council for the creation of .71 -acre "Garden Trail" PUD, with land uses permitted being those as set forth in the City's RH -High Density Residential District, proposed to consist of 8 condominium units and be located on .71 acres fronting on the west side of N. Military Trail, between Lilac Street and Holly Drive, immediately south of "Palm Gardens Apts ", per the petition of Messrs. Frank S. DeFilippo and Nicholas Corcokios of J.D.M. Gardens, Inc. Ms. Laurie seconded the motion. During discussion, Chairman Vogel stated he is in favor of the proposed project, is however would encourage the City Council to consider providing a landscaped berm and providing a fence on the north side between the two properties. Mr. Nicholas Corcokios of J.D.M. Gardens, Inc. addressed the Commission stating a financial analysis has shown a 7 -unit, 2 -story building would be more economically advantageous, however, it was decided that a 1 -story building would receive less opposition. The motion was defeated with a 2 -2 vote. P. Hrinq - Recommendation to Citv Council re: Amendinq City's Comprehensive Land Use Plan/Map adopted 11/21/85, by Ordinance 22, 1985, providing for "Residential 9 -12 units acre land use designation" on .71 acres fronting on the west side of N. Military Trail, between Lilac Street and Holly Drive, immediately south of "Palm Gardens Apts ", per the petition of Messrs. Frank S. DeFilippo and Nicholas Corcokios of J.D.M. Gardens, Inc. adv. 2/22/88) (Recessed from meeting of 3/8788) Chairman Vogel declared the Public Hearing open. There being no comments from the public, the Hearing was closed. • Mr. Ornstein moved to recommend denial to the City Council for amending the City's Comprehensive Land Use Plan /Map adopted 11/21/85, by Ordinance 22, 1985, providing Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 1988 Page 5 for "Residential 9 -12 units /acre land use designation" on .71 acres fronting on the west side of N. Military Trail, between Lilac Street and Holly Drive, immediately south of "Palm Gardens Apts ", per the petition of Messrs. Frank S. DeFilippo and Nicholas Corcokios of J.D.M. Gardens, Inc. Ms. Laurie seconded the motion. The motion was defeated with a vote of 2 -2. P. Hrin - Recommendation to City Council re: Annexing 5.05 -acre "Prosperity Oaks" single family subdivision, as recorded 3/27/80 in Plat Book No. 39, Page 122 of Palm Beach County Public Records), located fronting on the west side of Pros erit Farms Road, between Burns Road and RCA Boulevard f k a Monet Road), and consisting of 17 single family lots; and simultaneously zoning same RS -3, Residential Single Family District, per petition of Ms. Paula J. Bradfield, autho. a ent for 100 of propert owners adv. 2/22/88) Recessed from meeting of 3/8/88) • Ms. Paula Bradfield, authorized agent for "Prosperity Oaks" property owners, addressed the Commission stating residents wish to be a part of Palm Beach Gardens. Chairman Vogel declared the Public Hearing open. There being no response, the Public Hearing was closed. Mr. Ornstein moved to recommend approval to the City Council for the annexation of 5.05 -acre "Prosperity Oaks" single family subdivision, (as recorded 3/27/80 in Plat Book No. 39, Page 122 of Palm Beach County Public Records), located fronting on the west side of Prosperity Farms Road, between Burns Road and RCA Blvd. (f /k /a Monet Road), and consisting of 17 single family lots; and simultaneously zoning same RS -3, Residential Single Family District, per petition of Ms. Paula J. Bradfield, autho. agent for 100% of property owners. The motion was seconded and unanimously passed. P. Hrin - Recommendation to Citx Council re: Annexing 9.1 -acre "Monet Oaks" single family subdivision as recorded 3/24/77 in Plat Book 32, Pages 161 and 162 of Palm Beach Coupf Pu a blic Records), located fronting on the north side of RCA Boulevard k Monet Road), between Alternate A -1 -A and Prosperity Farms Road, and consisting of 20 single family lots; and simultaneously zoning same RS -3, Residential Single Famil District, per petition of Mr. Jeffrey D. Renault, autho. agent for 100° of property owners adv. 2 22 88 Recessed from meeting of 3/8/88) • Planning and Zoning Commission Page 6 March 15, 1988 Mr. Jeff Renault, authorized agent for "Monet Oaks" property owners, addressed the Commission stating it is their desire to become a part of Palm Beach Gardens. Chairman Vogel declared the Public Hearing open. There being no comments, the Public Hearing was closed. Ms. Laurie moved to recommend approval to the City Council for the annexation of 9.1 -acre "Monet Oaks" single family subdivision (as recorded 3/24/77 in Plat Book 32, Pages 161 and 162 of Palm Beach County Public Records), located fronting on the north side of RCA Boulevard (f /k /a Monet Road), between Alternate A -1 -A and Prosperity Farms Road, and consisting of 20 single family lots; and simultaneously zoning same RS -3, Residential Single Family District, per petition of Mr. Jeffrey D. Renault, authorized agent for 100% of property owners. The motion was seconded and unani- • mously passed. P. Hring - Recommendation to City Council re: Annexation of 29.38 acres located approximately 800 feet south of Northlake Boulevard between the east side of Burma Road and the C -17 Canal; and simultaneous approval of a PUD to consist of 282 condominium units, with the land uses being those as set forth in the RM - Residential Medium Density District, per petition of Michael Houston of Urban Design Studio, autho. a ent for K. Hovnanian. adv. 2 22 88 Recessed from meeting of 3/8/88) Mr. Hank Skokowski of Urban Design Studio, authorized agent for K. Hovnanian, addressed the Commission, presenting an aerial and pointing out the location of the proposed project. Mr. Skokowski stated the property is currently in the County with a zoning designation of RS - Medium /Medium High, allowing 8 -12 d /u /a. Mr. Michael Houston of Urban Design Studio, addressed the Commission presenting a site plan of the proposed project. Mr. Houston stated every effort has been made to minimize the long lengths of building mass, and to preserve as much of the heavily wooded site as possible. Mr. Houston pointed out location of lake systems and • recreational facilities, and stated open space is approximately 67 %. Mr. Houston advised the 3 -story project is on 28.41 acres, excluding the 1.24 -acre • Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 1988 Page 7 Burma Rd. right -of -way, which was given to the County by Foundation Land Company. Mr. Skokowski presented landscape plans, architectural elevations, and recreational facilities, which include: heated swimming pool, cabana, 2 lighted tennis courts, 2 racquet ball courts, tot lot, 5 mini -parks and bicycle path. In addition, a recreation building with restrooms, managers office, food preparation area and multi- purpose room will be provided. Mr. Skokowski stated the property is contiguous to the City, does not create enclaves and is reasonably compact. Mr. Skokowski advised the petitioner will be contributing $126,000 to road improvements in the project area. If deemed necessary, within 12 months of the issuance of Certificate of Occupancy, the petitioner will be respon- sible for signalization at the intersection of Burma Rd. and Northlake. Blvd. Mr. • Skokowski stated the petitioner will also be providing an additional left turn lane onto Burma Rd., at the project's main entrance. Mr. Skokowski discussed parking and advised by reducing the width of parking spaces from 10' to 91, while retaining the 20' length and standard driveway width, 32 addi- tional parking spaces and a 32 space equivalent of landscaped open space can be pro- vided. With the 32 additional parking spaces, the total parking would be 609 or 2.16 spaces per dwelling unit. Mr. Ken Rogers, Traffic Engineer, addressed the Commission stating the proposed pro- ject will generate 1,974 trips per day. Mr. Rogers stated Burma Rd. is approximately 20' wide and the traffic analysis indicates widening will not be necessary. Mr. Ornstein expressed concern re: impact of traffic generated by this project, com- bined with future commercial development in the project area; the 12 month time period, after issuance of Certificate of Occupancy, for the developer to signalize • the Burma Road / Northlake Blvd. intersection. Mr. Rogers stated the developer will be responsible for the signalization, if warranted, and the traffic analysis will state • Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 1988 that when the project is on- going, it will be warranted. Page 8 Mr. Ornstein suggested Mr. Rogers discuss the traffic situation with Charlie Walker, Director of Palm Beach County Traffic Division. It was the concensus of the Commission that the signalization of Burma Rd. and Northlake Blvd. be installed at the earliest possible date. Chairman Vogel declared the Public Hearing open. Several residents of the surrounding project area addressed the Commission with the following comments /concerns: Traffic impact on Burma Road; need for signalization at Northlake and Burma Road; residents would prefer single - family development, if comparable to existing single - family development; suggested relocating entrance to alleviate traffic congestion. • Residents were assessed for the paving of'Burma Road and expressed concern re: possi- bility of damage to Burma Rd. during construction. Mr. Skokowski stated a 6' masonry wall, in addition to landscaping, will be provided as a buffer. Low - intensity lighting will be provided 200' on center throughout the development. There being no further comments from the public, Chairman Vogel closed the Public Hearing. Ms. Laurie moved to recommend approval to the City Council for the annexa- tion of 29.38 acres located approximately 800 feet south of Northlake Boulevard bet- ween the east side of Burma Road and the C -17 Canal; and simultaneous approval of a PUD to consist of 282 condominium units, with the land uses being those as set forth in the RM - Residential Medium Density District, per petition of Michael Houston of Urban Design Studio, authorized agent for K. Hovnanian, with the proviso that the signalization of the intersection at Northlake Blvd. & Burma Rd. be implemented at • the earliest possible date. Mr. Ornstein seconded the motion which passed with a vote of 3 -1, with Mr. Hamner voting "Nay ". • UJ • Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 1988 Workshop - Recommendation to City Council re: Amending "Gardens Plaza" PUD created 3/21/85, b rdinance 3, 1985, by ermittin the addition of a monument sign for tenant identification First Partners Companies The petitoner for "Gardens Plaza" was not in attendance. Workshop - Recommendation to Cit East Plaza" PUD, created 6/1878-7 Section 9. of Resolution 44, 19E approved service station located autho. agent for Mobil Oil Corp. Council re: Amending "Gardens by Resolution 44, 1987 by amendin( , to permit modification to the within Outparcel #4 Gail Pitcher Page 9 Mr. Neil Criley of Heller, Weaver and Cato, Consultants to Mobile Oil Corporation, addressed the Commission, stating Mobile Oil is requesting minor modifications to the existing service station approval at the "Gardens East Plaza ". Mr. Criley pre- sented a site plan, pointing out the location of the subject outparcel. Mr. Ornstein stated, and the Commission concurred, that a site plan for the proposed Mobile Oil Station was never before presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. Criley stated the revisions include: relocation of parking to improve circulation; underground tank has been added to site plan; drives have been widened; hip roof and canopy has been changed to a gabled canopy. Mr. Ornstein stated he would prefer a hip roof. Mr. Criley stated food will not be sold; only convenience items normally found in a gas station facility, such as, prepackaged sandwiches, sodas, chips, candy, and gum. Beer and wine will be sold, unless prohibited by City ordinances. Mr. Ornstein stated he would object to the sale of beer and wine. The Commission stated they have never seen plans for this project and requested the petitioner submit proposed materials, colors, elevations, etc. at the next meeting. • Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 1988 Workshop - Recommendation to City Council re: Petition of Mr. Chester Jezowski of Blue Boar Taverns, Inc., to permit as a "conditional use" in the CG -1 General Commercial Zoning District, the retail sale service of alcoholic beverages, including liquor, beer and wine, for on- premise consumption at "North Boar Tavern" located within "Palm Beach Gardens Sauare" sh000inq center. 4240 Northlake Blvd. Page 10 Mr. Mike Jezowski, authorized agent for the petitioner addresesd the Commission stating the proposed establishment will obtain a 4 -COP liquor license for a restaurant /lounge. The establishment would remain open until 3:00 A.M., which would comply with City codes. In response to questions by Mr. Ornstein, Mr. Jezowksi stated the 4 -COP liquor license would allow for sale of liquor without serving food, and would permit a package store, however, these uses are not being requested. Mr. Jezowski stated food will be served and presented the restaurant menu to the Commission. • Preapplication Review - Recommendation to City Council re: Creation of "Prosperity Centre" PUD on 10.23 acres, more or less, with land uses permitted being those as set forth in the CG -1 General Commercial District of the Palm Beach Gardens Code, located, in general, south of PGA Blvd., east of Prosperity Farms Road, proposed to consist of 197,189 s . ft. of hotel, retail sales and office space (per the petition of Attorney Larry Smith, authorized agent for F.F. Adams, Jr. To be postponed to meeting of March 22, 1988 Chairman Vogel stated Attorney Larry Smith has requested a postponment of this project. The Commission agreed to postpone to the meeting of March 22, 1988. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at 10:00 P.M. The next meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission will be held on Tuesday, March 22, 1988. U Planning and Zoning Commission March 15, 1988 APPROVALS JEAN LONG, Se re t y • Page it NANCY JEAN LAURIE, ALTERNATE ROBERT NORRIS, ALTERNATE