HomeMy WebLinkAbout030513 DRC - Klock Property
TO: Brian Cheguis, Cotleur and Hearing, Inc.
CC: Natalie Crowley, AICP, Director of Planning and Zoning
DATE: February 25, 2013
FROM: Kathryn DeWitt, AICP, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: PUDA-13-01-000048 and CPSS-13-01-000004 Staff Comments – Klock
Property PUDA
The following comments are based on the Development Application submitted on January 25,
2013, and found sufficient on February 5, 2013.
Fire Department
1. The Fire Hydrant shown on the Landscape Plan is in the middle of a parking space. Please
revise the plan and locate as indicated on the Engineering Plan and provide adequate
clearances.
2. The building is required to have fire sprinkler protection. Please indicate the Fire
Department Connection (FDC) location on the Landscape Plan and provide adequate
clearances.
3. Indicate the height of the canopies on the Building Elevations. Code requires a minimum
clearance of 13 feet 6 inches.
Building and Community Services Departments
4. Please respond to the following statement:
In the letter, dated February 21, 2012, from the Florida Department of Environmental
Protection regarding the Groundwater Monitoring it states. “The Department concurs in part
with the closure statement “only TFX_MW7R will be sampled for aluminum and nickel for
at least two consecutive Groundwater sampling events” during which concentration of
filtered/unfiltered samples collected must be below the Groundwater Cleanup Target Levels,
then the Consent Agreement may be considered for deactivation. Standard Field Sampling
Quality Assurance Parameters must also be included in the sampling.” The Building
Department has an active open permit (BLDG-10-08-043378) for “Removal of 490 cubic
yard of contaminated soil and backfill with clean soil.” The Forestry and Engineering
Departments need a release in order to close the open permit.
CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
MEMORANDUM
PUDA-13-01-000048 & CPSS-13-01-000004
Staff Comments
02.25.13
Page 2 of 8
5. Please provide the means of removal of the existing FPL Vault and transformer.
Police Department
Please see the attached memo for recommended Crime Prevention through Environmental
Design (CPTED) practices.
Seacoast Utility Authority
6. The Applicant will be required to modify the site plan and landscape plans to allow
continuing access to monitoring wells No. LM-1 and MWD9-D.
7. Once detailed water and sewer plans are available, we will be able to provide additional input
on this project.
Planning and Zoning Department
8. Please submit a detailed description of the proposed use separate from the project narrative.
9. Please make the following revisions to the Site Data Table on Sheet 1 of 5:
a. Label Land Use Designation of Industrial (I) as “existing”
b. Add two (2) entries to identify the “proposed” land use and zoning designations
c. The petition number is PUDA-13-01-000048
d. Revise Open Space requirement to reflect “nonresidential”, not “M1”.
10. The project narrative on page 14 of 19 indicates the total building square footage to be
43,000 square feet, which is contrary to the proposed site plan. Please revise accordingly.
11. Please modify the Minimum Building Setback Table to reflect a required rear setback of 15
feet, per Section 78-153.
12. To enhance pedestrian connectivity adjacent to the site, sidewalks should be proposed along
the west and north property lines.
13. The proposed Site Plan, Sheet 1 of 5, indicates a “portion of existing fence to remain.” The
intent of this fence is unclear. Please provide more information.
14. Revise Sheet 1 of 5 to identify all the proposed and/or existing easements and encumbrances.
Please clearly identify all easements as existing or proposed.
15. Please revise Sheet 1 of 5 to remove the proposed Art in Public Places location. Separate
approval b y the City Council is required.
PUDA-13-01-000048 & CPSS-13-01-000004
Staff Comments
02.25.13
Page 3 of 8
16. Please revise Sheet 2 of 5 to include colors of the proposed bike racks, benches, trash
receptacles, light poles, and wall signs.
17. The monument sign symbol on Sheet 1 of 5 is not consistent with the size proposed on Sheet
2 of 5. Sheet 1 is showing the length of the sign to be 15 feet, whereas Sheet 2 is showing a
length of 9 feet 4 inches. Please clarify.
18. The waiver requested for “Flat/Wall sign for second floor Medical Office Tenant” should be
a waiver for a second “Flat/Wall sign for Principal Structure of Principal Tenant,” since the
proposed sign is clearly for PBOI and is not for a separate office tenant.
19. Please revise Sheet 2 of 5 to show the sign face of the proposed monument sign to ensure the
minimum lettering and copy area requirements are being met.
20. Please provide a detail of the proposed directional sign. If possible, this detail should be
incorporated into Sheet 2 of 5 or a separate signage plan should be submitted containing all
the various types of signage proposed.
21. The submitted elevation sheets show tenant signs, other than the Principal Tenant signs.
Section 78-285 requires ground floor tenant signs to be consistent in font, color, style, etc.
Please provide such details in anticipation of future office tenant signage.
22. Please revise the north and east elevations to reflect enhanced architectural elements and
features. The proposed elevations are monotonous and lack character.
23. The proposed architectural columns appear to have different types of scoring on various
elevation sheets. Please provide a detail of the proposed columns spe cifying the scoring and
how the columns will transition to the main building structure and ground pavement. Revise
the elevation sheets and color elevations to provide consistency in the drawings.
24. The Principal Tenant sign shown on the west elevation, Sheet A-5, reflects three (3) lines of
copy. This is not consistent with Section 78-285 of the City’s Code or with Sheet 2 of 5.
Additionally, Sheet 2 of 5 shows the second sign to be proposed on the east elevation;
however, Sheet A-5 shows the second sign to be on the west elevation. Please clarify or
revise.
25. The monument shown on Sheet A-6 is not consistent with the one on Sheet 2 of 5. Please
clarify and revise.
26. In accordance with Section 78-285, Table 24, Ground Signs, please make the following
revisions:
a. Tenant lettering must be a minimum of six (6) inches
b. The monument sign base must be a minimum of three (3) feet
c. The maximum copy area of 60 square feet is being exceeded
PUDA-13-01-000048 & CPSS-13-01-000004
Staff Comments
02.25.13
Page 4 of 8
d. Please propose specific colors and fonts for the monument sign
e. Provide addressing on the monument sign
27. Please provide a color exhibit of the proposed monument sign.
28. Please provide paint samples for the proposed building colors.
29. Please provide an electronic copy of your resubmtital.
GIS
30. In order to change the name of the development from the Klock Property PUD to Palm
Beach Orthopedic Institute PUD, a request must be submitted in writing to the Addressing
Committee. There is a $100.00 fee associated with the name change.
31. The Current address for the site is 4215 Burns Road. As there is potential for multiple
tenants, please submit to the Addressing Committee a request for a commercial addressing
plan. There is a $200.00 fee associated with this request.
Forestry
32. Please revise the landscape plan to address the conflict between the proposed Royal Palms
and the proposed sign on the south façade of the building in accordance with Section 78-
328(b).
33. Please revise the site and landscape plans to be consistent with the engineering plans for the
following items to avoid conflicts with landscaping in accordance with Section 78-305:
a. Show all water lines, sewer line, above ground water valves, fire connections and fire
hydrant.
b. Shape and location of berms along Burns Road
34. Please indicate on the landscape plan all trees that require a root barrier in accordance with
Section 78-327(d).
35. Please provide a narrative indicating the tree relocation timing, root pruning requirements
prior to relocation, and if temporary holding areas are required.
36. Please propose an alternative species to the existing Ficus hedge, as insect problems with
Ficus have become an issue since the previous approval.
37. Please note the discrepancies in Total Open Space, Landscape Area, Pervious Area,
Impervious Area, and Sod Area. It appears an error was made in the square footage amount
reported for Vehicular Use Area & Overhang. That error was then subtracted from the
Interior Green Space square footage. Please recalculate the amounts shown for each category
and revise the Area Calculations table.
PUDA-13-01-000048 & CPSS-13-01-000004
Staff Comments
02.25.13
Page 5 of 8
Open Space Plan Data Confirmed Data Survey Data
Total Site Area 131,300.0540 SF 131,300.0540 SF 131,300 SF
Total Open Space 27,916.8102 SF 28,670.0294 SF
Landscape Area 27,916.8102 SF 28,670.0294 SF
Pervious Area 27,916.8102 SF 28,670.0294 SF
Impervious Area 103,383.2438 SF 102,630.1347 SF
Sod Area 1,017.4543 SF 10,055.8086 SF
Traffic Consultant – Pinder Troutman and Associates
38. Correct rounding errors in the peak hour trip generation tables.
39. Correctly show the two (2) mile radius of development influence on the Project Distribution
Map and Tables 4, 5 and 6. Include any missing City roads and Palm Beach County
Thoroughfare Road links in the analysis, such as Prosperity Farms Road, RCA Boulevard,
Lighthouse Drive, and others.
40. Provide documentation of Palm Beach County Traffic Performance Standards approval.
41. Burns Road is incorrectly shown as a Class I facility. It should be shown as a Class II
roadway.
42. The intersection analysis of Burns Road and Alternate A1A has incorrect lanes on the east
and west approaches and appears to have an incorrect peak season factor. Provide
intersection count data.
43. The Site Data text incorrectly describes the driveway connections. Please revise.
44. The direct driveway connection to Burns Road does not meet Access Management
Standards. Provide documentation that this connection will be allowed.
45. If the direct driveway connection to Burns Road is allowed, it needs to be modified to
provide a minimum throat distance of 50 feet and should be limited to a right-in/right-out
only driveway due to its proximity to the signalized intersection. It is suggested that the
three (3) parking spaces located at the southeast corner of the building be eliminated, as these
conflict with the entry driveway.
Palm Beach County Traffic Division
Comments are forthcoming and will be sent to the Applicant upon the City’s receipt of the
County’s memo.
PUDA-13-01-000048 & CPSS-13-01-000004
Staff Comments
02.25.13
Page 6 of 8
Engineering Department
46. The Applicant is advised that a Right-of-Way permit is required for the project’s south
driveway, west driveway, and water connection.
47. The Applicant shall correct the parking calculation table to reflect the six (6) handicap stalls
are required.
48. There is a difference between the site plan and engineering plans as to the location on the
southeast pair of handicap parking stalls. They should be located as close to the entrance as
feasible. Please indicate the correct location.
Environmental Consultant – Dunkelberger Engineering & Testing, Inc.
49. Based on the environmental documents provided, the subject property does not appear to
have environmental conditions which would present a concern from the standpoint of site
redevelopment. Attached is the letter Dunkelberger Engineering.
DRAFT Conditions of Approval – Subject to change
Planning and Zoning
1. Prior to construction plan approval and issuance of the first land alteration permit, the
Applicant shall schedule a pre-permit meeting with the Planning & Zoning Department.
2. All on-site lighting shall be cast downward and shielded from adjacent properties.
3. Prior to the issuance of the final Certificate issued by the Building Department, all ground-
mounted and roof top mechanical equipment shall be screened from view in accordance with
City Code Section 78-377, entitled Mechanical and Service Equipment Screening.
5. All gutters and downspouts for each building shall be painted to match the surface to which
attached.
6. Prior to the issuance of the first building permit, the Applicant shall comply with Section 78 -
262 of the City Code relative to Art in Public Places. The Applicant shall p rovide art on site
or make a payment in lieu thereof. The Art in Public Places Advisory Board shall review and
make a recommendation to the City Council on any proposed art on site. If the Applicant is
providing public art on site, the art shall be installed prior to the issuance of the first
Certificate of Occupancy, or as determined by the application for approval of the art.
7. All tenant lettering, color, and fonts on the monument sign shall be consistent.
8. Prior to the issuance of the final Certificate issued by the Building Department, digital copies
of the approved civil design and architectural drawings, including floor plans, shall be
submitted to the GIS Manager.
PUDA-13-01-000048 & CPSS-13-01-000004
Staff Comments
02.25.13
Page 7 of 8
9. Prior to the issuance of the first Building Permit for vertical construction, digital files of the
approved plat shall be submitted to the Planning and Zoning Department.
Police
10. Prior to the issuance of the first building permit, the Applicant shall submit a construction
site security and management plan for review and approval by the Police Department. The
security management plan shall be maintained throughout the construction phase of the
project. Noncompliance with the approved security and management plan may result in a
stop-work order for the project.
Engineering Department
11. Prior to the issuance of the infrastructure permit, the Applicant shall submit signed/sealed/
dated construction plans for review and approval and pavement marking and signage plan, or
provide the same on the engineering plans.
12. Prior to the commencement of construction, the Applicant shall schedule a pre-construction
meeting with City staff. Inspections related to the infrastructure permit will not be performed
until the pre-construction meeting has occurred. In addition, failure to comply with this
condition could result in a Stop Work Order of all work/construction activity for the subject
development site.
13. The Applicant shall comply with all Federal Environmental Protection Agency and State of
Florida Department of Environmental Protection permit requirements for construction
activities.
14. The construction, operation and/or maintenance of any elements of the subject project shall
not have any negative impacts on the existing drainage of surrounding areas. If, at any time
during the project development, it is determined by the City that any of the surrounding areas
are experiencing negative drainage impacts caused by the project, it shall be the Applicant’s
responsibility to resolve said impacts in a period of time and a manner acceptable to the City
prior to additional construction activities. The City may cease issuing building permits
and/or Certificates of Occupancy until all drainage concerns are resolved.
15. Prior to the issuance of Technical Compliance Approval (TCA) for the plat of the project, the
Applicant shall provide itemized cost estimates and surety for the project, in accordance with
Sections 78-309 and 78-461 of the LDR. The itemized cost estimates shall include all public
elements for the project for the on-site and off-site infrastructure, landscaping and irrigation
costs. The cost estimates shall be dated, signed and sealed by a professional engineer and
landscape architect registered in the State of Flori da. Surety will be based on 110 percent of
the total combined City approved cost estimates and shall be posted with the City.
16. Prior to the issuance of the first land alteration permit, the Applicant shall plat the site to include
all existing and proposed easements and like encumbrances, in accordance with LDR Section
78-446 for City Council approval.
PUDA-13-01-000048 & CPSS-13-01-000004
Staff Comments
02.25.13
Page 8 of 8
Additional conditions are forthcoming pending resubmittal.
The Applicant shall provide a written response to all comments, indicating how each
comment has been addressed and/or acknowledgement of each comment. Compliance will
expedite the subsequent review. It is suggested that the applicant clearly identify all changes
to the plans by either “clouding”, or highlighting, the location of all changes to further
expedite the review.
City staff reserves the right to make additional comments throughout the review process.