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CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
PLANNING, ZONING AND APPEALS BOARD
TUESDAY, JANUARY 13,2009 AT 6:30 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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0 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
0 ROLLCALL
0 ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, MODIFICATIONS
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APPOINTMENT OF THE CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR
REPORT BY THE GROWTH MANAGEMENT ADMINISTRATOR: KARA IRWIN
0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES: JULY 22,2008 and SEPTEMBER 9,2008
PLANNING, ZONING AND APPEALS BOARD
Regular Members: Alternates:
Craig Kunkle (Chair)
Douglas Pennell (Vice Chair)
Barry Present
Randolph Hansen
Michael Panczak
Joy Hecht
Amir Kanel
Donald ban (1'' Alt.)
Joanne Koerner (2nd Alt.)
Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board
January 13,2009
Recommendation to City Council:
Ex Parte Communication (Public Hearing)
CPTA-06-12-000008: PGA Corporate Center (Parcel 5A)
A request by Jeff Marshall on behalf of Catalfumo Construction and Development, Inc.,
for a Comprehensive Plan text amendment to the Future Land Use Element to add a
definition and provide criteria for areas highly suitable for increased office intensity; and
provide policies to increase the DRI thresholds for office, encouraging development that
will expand the economic base of the City.
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Project Manager: Stephen Mayer, Senior Planner smaver@pbgfl.com (799-4217)
Recommendation to City Council:
Ex Parte Communication (Public Hearing)
Petition ANNX-07-08-000002: Frenchman’s Crossing
Request to annex a ten-acre parcel of land currently located within unincorporated Palm
Beach County.
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Project Manager: Stephen Mayer, Senior Planner smave@,obtrfl.com (799-421 7)
Recommendation to City Council:
Ex Parte Communication (Public Hearing)
CPMA-07-08-000007: Frenchman’s Crossing
Request for approval of a small-scale land-use map amendment to change the current
land-use designation of the ten-acre parcel from Palm Beach County Medium
Residential-5 (MR-5) to City of Palm Beach Gardens Commercial (C).
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Project Manager: Stephen Mayer, Senior Planner smave@,pbgfl.com (799-4217)
Recommendation to City Council:
Ex Parte Communication (Public Hearing)
PPUD-07-08-000018: Frenchman’s Crossing
A request by Jennifer M. Tighe on behalf of Live Oak Land Hood Road, LLC, for
rezoning to a Planned Unit Development (PUD) Overlay with underlying General
Commercial (CG-1) zoning district and a site plan approval to allow the development of a
45,600 square-foot retail grocery store and 16,600 square feet of general commercial uses
on-site. The ten-acre parcel is located on the northwest corner of Hood Road and
Alternate A1 A.
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Project Manager: Richard Marrero rmarrero@pbpfl.com (79942 19)
Recommendation to City Council:
Ex Parte Communication (Public Hearing)
PUDA-08-08-000019: Gardens Medical Center
A request by Anne Booth, agent for Urban Design Studio, on behalf of Health Care
Property Investors, Inc., for approval of an amendment to the development order of the
Gardens Medical Center PUD to renovate the existing site and expand an existing major
conditional use Emergency Care Department by 6,431 square feet, expand the
mechanical area by 1,500 square feet, and make minor modifications to improve
circulation, parking, and landscaping. The subject site is generally located on the
southeast corner of Burns Road and Gardens East Drive and is approximately 22.2 acres
in size.
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Project Manager: Stephen Mayer, Senior Planner smave@,pbgfl.com (799-42 17)
Allyson Black, Resource Manager Ablack@,obnfl.com (799-4 199)
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January 13,2009
Recommendation to City Council:
Ex Parte Communication (Public Hearing)
MISC-08-05-000045: Northcorp Corporate Park PCD: Master Signage Program
Amendment
A request by Don Hearing of Cotleur & Hearing, on behalf of NorthCorp Corporate Park
Property Owner’s Association, for approval of an amendment to the Master Signage
Program for the Northcorp Corporate Park Planned Community Development (PCD),
generally bounded by the Gardens Station PUD to the north, Interstate 95 to the
west, Burns Road to the south, and the FEC Railway to the east.
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Project Manager: Richard Marrero rmarrero@,pbefl.com (79942 19)
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Recommendation to City Council:
Ex Parte Communication (Public Hearing)
REZN-08-07-000003: Loxahatchee Slough Natural Area
A joint City/County-initiated rezoning of several parcels of real property within the
Loxahatchee Slough and Sandhill Crane Natural Areas from Planned Development Area
(PDA) to Conservation (CONS) zoning. Said parcels comprise approximately two
thousand twenty-four (2,024) acres in size and are owned by Palm Beach County, and are
located in three general locations west of the Turnpike, and north of Northlake
Boulevard.
Project Manager: Stephen Mayer, Senior Planner smayer@pbgfl.com (799421 7)
Recommendation to City Council:
Ex Parte Communication (Public Hearing)
REZN-08-07-000004: Northlake Congress Plaza
A City-initiated rezoning for a parcel of real property known as the Northlake Congress
Commercial Center from Residential Medium (RM) to Commercial General (CG1) zoning
district. This property comprises approximately one and 37/100 (1.37p acres in size, is
located on the north side of Northlake Boulevard approximately one mile east of 1-95 at the
intersection of Northlake Boulevard and Congress Avenue, and is owned by Northlake
Venture L.C
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Project Manager: Stephen Mayer, Senior Planner smave@,pbefl.com (799-42 17)
9. OLD BUSINESS
10. NEW BUSINESS
11. ADJOURNMENT
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Florida Statute 286.26, persons with disabilities needing special accommodations to
participate in this proceeding should contact the City Clerk S Ofice, no later than five days prior to the proceeding, at telephone number (561)
799-4120 for assistance; if hearing impaired, telephone the Florida Relay Service Numbers (800) 955-8771 (TDD) or (800) 955-8770 (VOICE),
for assistance. rfa person decides to appeal any decision made by the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board, Local Planning Agency, or Land
Development Regulations Commission, with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, they will need a record of the
proceedings; and for such, they may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and
evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. Exact legal description and/or survey for the cases may be obtained from the files in the Growth
Management Department.
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CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
10500 N. MILITARY TRAIL PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA 33410-4698
MEMORANDUM
DATE: January 13,2009
TO: Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board Members
FROM Growth Management Department
SUBJECT Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board Meeting
Tuesday, January 13,2009 - 6:30 P.M.
Enclosed is the agenda containing the items to be presented on Tuesday, January 13,
2009. This meeting will be held in the Council Chambers, Palm Beach Gardens
Municipal Building, 10500 North Military Trail, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Enclosed with this memorandum are the following items:
1. An agenda for the meeting; and
2. A &wth Management Department staffreport for the items to be heard.
As always, the respective Project Managers’ telephone numbers and amail addresses
kve been provided in case you have any questions or require additional information on
any petition. This will help us offer better staff support in the rewiew of these
applications.
Nina Sorenson, Administrative Specialist 11, will call to mnfhm your attendance.
Grdwth Management Administrator
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CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
PLANNING, ZONING AND APPEALS BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
July 22,2008
The July 22, 2008 regular meeting of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board of the City of
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, was called to order at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the
Municipal Complex, 10500 North Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, by Chair Craig
Kunkle.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
111. ROLL CALL
The Public Information Coordinator call
Members Present: Craig Kunkle, C
Douglas Pennell, Vice C
Barry Present
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the Paloma amendment was approved, the Seaside Bank signage
the second sign denied, and the Bright Futures Academy project
V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION
A motion was made by Michael Panczak for approval of the February 26,2008 minutes. The
motion was seconded by Douglas Pennell. Motion passed unanimously, 7-0.
MOTION
A motion was made by Michael Panczak for approval of the April 8, 2008 minutes. The
motion was seconded by Douglas Pennell. Motion passed unanimously, 7-0.
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MOTION
A motion was made by Michael Panczak for approval of the April 22, 2008 minutes. The
motion was seconded by Douglas Pennell. Motion passed unanimously, 7-0.
The Public Information Coordinator swore in all those wishing to speak at tonight’s meeting.
Chair Kunkle requested members of the public wishing to speak at tonight’s meeting fill out a
public comment card.
Chair Kunkle requested ex parte communication. Chair Kunkle declared meetings with
representatives on both agenda items.
RECOMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCIL
(Ex Parte Communication) (Public Hearing)
1. Donnini Enterprises, Inc. (DEI), through its a
Holloway, O’Mahoney & Associates, Inc., is
property following the voluntary annexatio
minor conditional use of “Convenience Stor
restaurant to be co-located wi
located at the southwest comer
The following petitions will be pres
Petition A”X-07-12-000003: Re
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1 of land currently located
cale comprehensive land-use
Beach Gardens Commercial
must follow the agenda one by one. The City Council did approve concurrent processing,
thereby allowing all four petitions to be heard at one time.
Stephen Mayer, Senior Planner, explained the location of the property and the details of
the voluntary annexation (Petition No. ANNX-07-12-000003). Staff recommends
approval of the annexation.
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MOTION
Dennis Solomon made a motion for approval of the Recommendation to City Council of
Petition No. ANNX-07-12-000003 as submitted by staff. Michael Panczak seconded. Motion
approved unanimously, 7-0.
Member Approve
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Douglas Pennell, Vice Chair J
Barry Present J
Randolph Hansen
Dennis Solomon
Michael Panczak
Joy Hecht
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Dennis Solomon made a motion
Petition No. CPSS-07-12-000002
approved unanimously, 7-0.
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yellow to white.
Douglas Pennell asked for clarification between the petition building size of 2,600
square feet and the presentation stated size of 3,000 square feet. Richard Marrero
explained the building size changed to 3,000 square feet with elimination of the drive-
through.
Chair Kunkle opened the public hearing for Petition No. RENZ-07-12-000002.
Carolyn Chaplik, 71 5 Hudson Bay Drive, Palm Beach Gardens, commented positively
on the project.
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MOTION
Dennis Solomon made a motion for approval of the Recommendation to City Council of
Petition No. RENZ-07- 12-000002 as submitted by staff. Randolph Hansen seconded. Motion
approved unanimously, 7-0.
Member Amrove Deny
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Douglas Pennell, Vice Chair J
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Randolph Hansen
Dennis Solomon
Michael Panczak
Joy Hecht
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for a total of 12 fuel pumps (Petition
approval.
With no one wishing to be he
MNSP-07- 12-000003.
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Petition No. MNSP-07- 12-000003 wi
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ation to City Council of
Development (PLb) Overlay and site plan approval in order to allow for a 3,710-square-foot
expansion to the existing building. The 1.37-acre site is located at the southwest comer of 1-95
and Northlake Boulevard.
The Board offered comments about the building design and signage.
Richard Marrero, Planner, gave a presentation on the redevelopment of the Diver’s Direct
project.
The following waivers are requested:
- Minimal landscape buffer required by Code for the East and North property lines
- Existing flag pole and dive flag to remain on site
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- Minimum driveway separation required by Code for the Southern most access drive
- Minimum side setback required for the building
- Minimum number of required loading spaces
- One new sign on the East elevation
- One existing sign on the tower feature.
Staff recommended approval of Petition No. PPUD-08-03-000019 with six waivers and
denial of the “Learn to Dive” sign.
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approved unanimously, 7-0.
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Douglas Pennell, Vice Chair
Barry Present
Randolph Hansen
Michael Panczak
Dennis Solomon
Joy Hecht
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Note: These action minutes are prepared in compliance with 286.011 F.S. and are not verbatim transcripts
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-The Public Information Coordinator swore in those preparing to give testimony.
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CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
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The September 9,2008 Regular Meeting of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board of the City
of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, was called to order at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
The Public Information Coordinator called
Members Present:
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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The Public Information Coordinator swore in all those preparing to give testimony.
RECOMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCIL
Ex Parte Communication (Public Hearing)
1. Petition No. SPLA-08-08-000012: The Gardens Mall - Fins Restaurant. A request by
Gary K. Ross of Triad Construction, to consider and approve a minor site plan amendment
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to allow for the exterior elevation changes to accommodate the 2,208 square-foot restaurant
located within the Gardens Mall. The restaurant, known as Fig’s is located on the west side
of the Macy’s Department Store, and the Applicant is requesting one tenant wall sign and an
exterior trellis feature at the entrance. The Gardens Mall is located on the north side of PGA
Boulevard between Alternate A1 A and Prosperity Farms Road.
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Gary Ross, representing the petitioner, requested approval for the exterior tenant sign
and exterior trellis feature. Ryan Kronzer, architect, and Ron Brown were introduced.
Ryan Kronzer described the restaurant location and the trellis waivers being
requested.
Figs will be a Todd English restaurant and the food
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With no one wishing to be heard, Chair
Design of the Figs sign was explained
Panczak seconded. Motion was
Member
Craig Kunkle, Chair
Douglas Pennell, Vice Chair
ion of the Decorators Unlimited building and minor modifications to
Center, Lot 2, Northcorp Planned Community District, on the west side of Riverside Drive
approximately 300 feet north of Burns Road and adjacent to Interstate 95.
Chair Kunkle, Vice Chair Pennell, Michael Panczak, Randolph Hansen, Dennis
Solomon and Barry Present declared ex parte communication with the applicant.
Ryan Johnston, Johnston Group Land Development Consultants, gave a presentation
describing the business, property location, change to the site because of Interstate 95
construction, proposed new signage and relocation of the existing monument sign,
traffic flow, parking, and landscaping. Staff is recommending denial of one principal
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Ryan Johnston explained that Tadou is the name of the showroom.
Board members expressed their approval of the proposed project, including the signage.
Chair Kunkle opened the public hearing.
With no one wishing to be heard, Chair Kunkle closed the public hearing.
Growth Management Administrator Irwin requested that staff be allowed to give their
presentation. Chair Kunkle declined and requested a motion.
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Douglas Pennell made a motion for approval of MISC-
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Motion was approved unanimously, 7-0.
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Craig Kunkle, Chair
Douglas Pennell, Vice Chair
Barry Present
Randolph Hansen
Michael Panczak
Dennis Solomon
Joy Hecht
Amir Kanel, 1 st Alternate
Donald ban, 2nd Alternate
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chael Panczak seconded.
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ATTEST:
Deborah Andrea
Public Information Coordinator
Note: These action minutes are prepared in compliance with 286.011 F.S. and are not verbatim transcripts of the
meeting.
All referenced attachments are on file in the Office of the City Clerk. Note: The Public Information Coordinator swore in those preparing to give testimony.
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CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY
Agenda Cover Memorandum
Meeting Date: January 13,2009
Petition: CPTA 06-12-000008/ Ord. 3,2009
Subject/Agenda Item:
CPTA- 06-12-000008/ Ord. 3, 2009: Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment (Future Land Use
Element)
Public Hearing and Recommendation to City Council: A request by Jeff Marshall on behalf of
Catalfumo Construction and Development, Inc., for a Comprehensive Plan text amendment to the
Future Land Use Element to add a definition and provide criteria for areas highly suitable for increased
office intensity; and provide policies to increase the DRI thresholds for office, encouraging development
that will expand the economic base of the City.
[XI Recommendation to APPROVE
1 Recommendation to DENY
Originating Dept.: Reviewed by:
City Attorney
R. Max Lohman, Esq.
Growth Mnagement
Long RangeFm t\lc
Manager
Nilsa C. Zacarias, AICP
Approved By:
Ronald M. Ferris
City Manager
Growth Management
Senior Planner
Stephen Mayer
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Action:
[ ] Quasi-judicial
[ X ] Legislative
[ XI Public Hearing
Advertised:
Date: 1/2/09
Paper: Palm Beach Post
[ 3 NotRequired
Affected Parties:
C ]Notified
[ XI Not Required
Finance:
costs:
N/A
Total
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Current FY
Funding Source:
[ 3 Operating
[XI Other
Budget Acct.#:
N/A
LPA Action:
[ 3 Approved
[ 3 App. wl conditions
[ 3 Denied
[ ] Continued to:
Attachments:
Eligible Property
Groups Location Map
Current Future Land
Use & Current Zoning
Designation Maps
BRPO Data & Market
Analysis
TEPP Brochure
Bioscience Overlay
Property Descriptions
Interlocal for BLPAB
Economic
Development Analysis
Public Notice
Ordinance 3,2009
Meeting Date: January 13,2008
Ord. 3,2009 / CPTA-06-12-000008
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Executive Summarv
2. Backeround
a. Applicant’s Request
b. City’s Commitment to Economic Development
0 Commercial Regional Hub
0 Commercial Tax Base
0 Bioscience Clusters (TSRVBRPO)
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City Aesthetics and Class A Office Space
Targeted Expedited Permitting Program (TEPP)
3. Legal Framework
a. State Legislation
b. Discussion with Department of Community Affairs (DCA)
c. Development of Regional Impact (DRI) Process
4. Staff Approach & Analvsis
a. Tier Approach Concept
b. Proposed Comprehensive Plan Text Amendments
c. Areas that Meet Eligibility Criteria
d. Potential Impacts
e. Projected Benefits
f. Consistency with City’s Comprehensive Plan
g. Consistency with County’s Comprehensive Plan
h. Consistency with Strategic Regional Policy Plan
i. Consistency with the State Comprehensive Plan
j. Nearby Local Government Comments/ Objections
5. Staff Recommendation
6. Attachments
a. Eligible Property Groups Location Map
b. Current Future Land Use Designation Map
c. Current Zoning Designation Map
d. Targeted Expedited Permitting Process (TEPP) Brochure
e. Bioscience Research Protection Overlay (BRPO) Data & Market Analysis
f. Bioscience Overlay Property Descriptions
g. Palm Beach Gardens Interlocal for BLPAB
h. Economic Development Analysis
i. Public Notice
j. Ordinance 3,2009
Meeting Date: January 13,2008
Ord. 3,2009 / CPTA-06- 12-000008
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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The City of Palm Beach Gardens has been committed to economic development by accomplishing key
initiatives, such as, approving the creation of an Economic Development Element of the
Comprehensive Plan, creating the Economic Development Advisory Board (EDAB), creating the
Bioscience Research Protection Overlay (BRPO), establishing a Targeted Expedited Permitting Process
(TEPP), and fostering quality development to support Class A office and laboratories within the PGA
Overlay.
The Development of Regional Impact (DRI) process is intended to provide State and Regional
oversight in the review of very large developments that will impact multiple counties or across a region.
According to State Statute, a research and development office park would be considered a DRI if the
amount of office exceeds 300,000 square feet, or if the mix of uses exceeds 140% of the total
thresholds. Fortunately, State Statute allows municipalities to recognize areas that are highly suitable
for increased office intensity. These areas would then be permitted to increase the DRI threshold for
office to 600,000 square feet and therefore, large research and development office parks would not be
required to go through the DRI process.
The applicant, Catalfumo Construction and Development, Inc., has applied for a Comprehensive Plan
Text amendment to adopt a policy identifying areas that are highly suitable for increased office
intensity. Staff analyzed the request, and proposed a tiered approach for setting up criteria to apply
State Statute to increase the DRI thresholds. Staff recommends adopting the policy as an incentive for
qualified parcels within the Bioscience Research Protection Overlay (BRPO) only. Furthermore, staff
recommends providing heightened review for these projects within the City’s Land Development
Regulations. This sequential process is further explained in Section 4a. Staff Approach & Analvsis:
Tier Approach Concept of this report.
2. BACKGROUND
a. Applicant’s Request
Catalfumo Construction and Development, Inc. has concurrent applications for a Comprehensive
Plan text amendment to identify areas highly suitable for increased office intensity; a
concurrency request for the parcel known as 5A, to approve 450,000 square feet of office,
450,000 square feet of research and development, and a 260 room hotel (60 boutique rooms
included); and a Planned Unit Development approval for the uses. The City is concurrently
reviewing all three of these petitions as they relate to the development of Parcel 5A. The
applicant’s Planned Unit Development would trigger the DRI threshold, unless the proposed
Comprehensive Plan text amendment is approved.
In accordance with Section 380.0651(3)(d)(2), Florida Statutes, for an area to qua1iQ as an area
that is highly suitable for increased DRI office threshold intensity, the City of Palm Beach
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Gardens must create and approve suitability criteria. The applicant proposes the following
suitability criteria:
A. Office uses permitted by the City’s Future Land Use Map.
B. Adequate public facilities or committed public facilities available to support the
development.
C. Parcels adjacent to 1-95, having direct access to an arterial roadway, and within one-half
mile from proposed or current mass transit facilities, including a regional bus stop or
commuter rail station.
D. Parcel size to accommodate more intense office development consistent with the City’s
Comprehensive Plan.
The City recommends modification to the applicant’s requested criteria, and additional criteria
for the designation of an area as highly suitable for more intense office development. These
additions or modifications are presented in Section 4b. Staff Approach and Analvsis:
Proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendment of this report.
Staff recommends a tiered approach in designating an area highly suitable for increased DRI
office threshold intensity. The tier approach concept is further explained as part of this report in
Section 4a. Staff Approach & Analysis: Tier Approach Concept. In general, the tier approach
means a two phase process where the City’s Comprehensive Plan provides general suitability
criteria that defines areas eligible for the incentive, and the City’s Land Development
Regulations provide direction for heightened review. Individual properties that meet the
suitability criteria must then undergo a specific Development Review Process to benefit from the
increased DRI office threshold.
In addition, staff analysis concludes that the increased office intensity is linked to the City’s
economic growth trend, and the provision of Research and Development uses through the
development of the Bioscience Research Protection Overlay. The following section presents a
detailed analysis of the City’s consistent support of initiatives toward economic development and
job creation.
b. City’s Commitment to Economic Development
In an effort to diversify, and stabilize the economic base, the City of Palm Beach Gardens had
realized the need to attract industries and employers. Even before state and local officials began
courting The Scripps Research Institute, the City adopted an Economic Development Element in
the City’s Comprehensive Plan in January, 2005. Its adoption indicated the City’s commitment to
the economic goal to achieve a balanced and divers$ed economy which is compatible with the
City’s quality built environment and protects important natural resources.
In April 2005, the Economic Development Element of the Comprehensive Plan was amended.
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Based on the skill sets of the citizenry (available work force) and demographic data collected,
growth in targeted cluster industries such as biotechnology, communications, information
technology, medical products, marine biology, aerospace research, and associated ancillary
businesses would be encouraged. The Element also included the following initiatives:
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The need for a balanced and diversified economy for a sustainable municipality;
Identified targeted industry sectors based upon a demographic analysis of Palm Beach
Gardens’ residents with the understanding that global trends indicate that intellectual
knowledge-based industries are the future (including research and development);
Outlined a Targeted Expedited Permitting Program to fast-track companies through the
planning, zoning, and building process so that the goal of job creation could be realized at
a faster pace; identified the need to stabilize seasonal employment fluctuations in the
retail and service sectors;
Underscored the importance of education; and recognized that quality-of-life is a delicate
balance of live, learn, work, and play - all equally important to make a whole person and
a whole community.
Consistent with the City’s commitment to promoting business and growth, the City’s
Comprehensive Plan presents a single goal for the Economic Development Element: to achieve
sustainable economic development through a balanced and diversified economy. In addition to
this goal, the EAR-based amendments indicate that sustainable economic growth will be
achieved by supporting retail, restaurant, office personnel that need to work in the City;
increasing property values and tax base to provide as much opportunity for mobility as possible;
assisting and promoting bioscience clusters; remaining competitive in the regional market;
expanding the need of Class A offices that require access to large markets; and focusing
development toward areas suitable for sustainable growth.
The following section highlights the initiatives that were promoted by the City as an eflort and
commitment to support sustainable economic development.
Commercial Regional Hub
Approximately 3.5 million square feet of retail, restaurants, and office have been approved
and built within the Regional Center Development of Regional Impact, Legacy Place, Mid
Town, RCA Center, and PGA Commons. Table 1 indicates approximately 11,904 jobs have
been created as a result of this commercial hub. A large amount of the retail jobs rely on the
co-existence of high paying companies that are located in the area. Through this economic
initiative, the City not only has created employment but also it has established itself as a
regional destination in the North Palm Beach area.
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DEVELOPMENTS ALONG PGA CORRIDOR
Table 1. ESTIMATED JOBS CREATED ALONG PGA
ESTIMATED #
.TORS TOTAL (SF)
General Office **
Movie Theater
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751,209 3,755
68,087 9
175rooms 87
I Retail SDace (retail. restaurant. theatre)* I 1.700.018 I 4.675 I
Retail Space
General Office
SUB-TOTAL
399,000 1,077
69,000 345
468,000 1,422
SUB-TOTAL I 2,519,314 18,526
I SUB-TOTAL I 95,000 I 286 I
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SUB-TOTAL I 134,826 I 508
RCA Center - Parcel 5B
Retail Space 150,000 412
General Office/ Industrial 150,000 750
SUB-TOTAL 300,000 1,162
Grand Total 11,904 * Includes the Gardens Mall, Downtown at the Gardens, portions of the Gardens Point, Gardens Corporate Center, and
Parcel 27.05 and 27.06 projects. ** Includes Good Sam/St. Mary’s, Gardens Corporate Center, Bank One, Gertz Professional, Viridian Ofice Center, Parcel
27.05 and 27.06, Grand Bank Office Plaza, Laser and Surgery Center, South Trust Bank, First National Center and portions
of Downtown at the Gardens and Gardens Point projects.
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Roll - City of Palm Beach Gardens
Palm Beach County
Property Appraiser’s Office
The residential component generates
the bulk of tax revenues in the City of
Palm Beach Gardens.
Commercial Tax Base
Consistent with its commitment to economic development, on November 18, 2004, the City
Council of the City of Palm Beach Gardens authorized staff to initiate comprehensive plan
amendments necessary to adopt the City’s economic development goals and objectives.
Following this direction, the City approved an amendment to its Comprehensive Plan to include
an Economic Development Element on January 6,2005.
The intent of the Economic Development Element is to encourage, and initiate proactive efforts
to expand the economic base of the City, in order to provide for value-added employment
opportunities for City residents, and to make the City a sustainable community where residents
can live, work, learn, and play.
The current tax base of the City reflects a dependence on residential tax assessments. As
depicted in the chart on the following page, approximately 80 percent of ad valorem taxes are
generated by the residential component. Currently, the City’s land-use base is pre-dominantly
residential (46 percent), which places a heavy burden on residential tax payers to maintain all of
the City’s level of service standards. The City continues to support opportunities for a diversified
tax base that promotes a strong economic environment that provides a job base for residents and
a sustainable economy.
Chart 1.2008 Ad Valorem Tax Percentages
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Table 2.2008 Ad Valorem Tax Percentages
Category Taxable Value ($)
Residential 7,229,265,998
Commerci a1 1,871,391,912
Industrial 8 1,429,3 57
Other 57.716.346
# of Parcels
24,780
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Total $9,239,803,613 26,263
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In October 2003, The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) announced the co-location of its
operations with the intentions to create a biomedical science, research and development
technology base in Palm Beach County. Recognizing the positive economic, social and cultural
impacts, and the projected economic returns of this investment to the community, the City
evaluated its vacant parcels east of the Urban Growth Boundary (UGB) to determine the
development potential of the properties as Research and Development uses.
On March 2,2006, the City approved an Interlocal Agreement, in alliance with the four (4) north
county municipalities and Palm Beach County, to fulfill the commitment to provide assurances
that the State and County investment in Scripps, as a catalyst for economic development cluster
in Palm Beach County, could be realized. The Interlocal Agreement obligated the City to
initiate amendments to the Comprehensive Plan to establish a Bioscience Research Protection
Overlay (BRPO) to protect those lands which have been identified as appropriate for a
bioscience research protection overlay.
As a result of this process, the City had completed three (3) text amendments and one (1) Future
Land Use Map (FLUM) amendment to the City’s Comprehensive Plan to create and apply a
Bioscience Research Protection Overlay (BRPO). Map 1 shows the BRPO areas within the City.
The FLUM amendment applied the overlay designation to specific properties, while the text
amendments to the Future Land Use Element (FLUE), the Economic Development Element
(ED), and the Intergovernmental Coordination Element (ICE) established the policies relative to
the application of the Overlay. The overall purpose of the Overlay is to diminish the possibility
of lands available for bioscience research / biotechnology uses being converted to residential
and/or retail commercial uses, and to make the land attractive for bioscience
researchhiotechnology development.
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Map 1. The BRPO Areas within the City BRPO Parcels
0 City Aesthetics and Class A Office Space
Class A office buildings are attracted to areas that have high aesthetics, accessibility to regional
transit corridors, and accessibility to upscale shopping, dining, and a nexus of consumer and
business services. By establishing the PGA Overlay, encouraging quality of development, and
providing incentives for economic development, the City has created a desirable place to foster
employment centers. The adoption of an incentive for areas highly suitable for increase office
will further attract Class A office space, which in turn attracts value-added jobs to Palm Beach
Gardens.
Targeted Expedited Permitting Program (TEPP)
The City of Palm Beach Gardens has developed an innovative program to enable job creation at
a faster pace. The Targeted Expedited Permitting Program expedites the planning, zoning, and
building permitting process (please see attached TEPP brochure).
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The Targeted Expedited Permitting Program is available to companies that are expanding
operations or moving into the City. Companies must meet specific criteria in order to qualify for
the Targeted Expedited Permitting Program may qualify if they have been sanctioned as an
economic development project by the Business Development Board of Palm Beach County,
Enterprise Florida, OTTED, or any other officially sanctioned economic development agency.
The Targeted Expedited Permitting Program provides qualifylng projects an efficient process to
resolve issues in a timely manner through face-to-face meetings with a City representative
without sacrificing any requirements as established by the City’s Code of Ordinances. The City
Council adopted Ordinance 1, 2006 which codified a Targeted Expedited Review Process for
developments that will provide economic development, and meet eligibility criteria.
3. LEGAL FRAMEWORK
a. State Legislation
The applicant is requesting the City of Palm Beach Gardens adopts criteria that will allow certain
areas to be designated highly suitable for more intense office uses in order to utilize the increased
threshold intensity, and not be required to follow the standard DRI process under Section
380.065 1(3)(d)2, Florida Statutes, which states:
380.0651 Statewide guidelines and standards. -
(1) The statewide guidelines and standards for developments required to undergo
development-of-regional-impact review provided in this section supersede the statewide
guidelines and standards previously adopted by the Administration Commission that
address the same development. Other standards and guidelines previously adopted by the
Administration Commission, including the residential standards and guidelines, shall not
be superseded. The guidelines and standards shall be applied in the manner described in
s. 380.06(2) (a).
(2) The Administration Commission shall publish the statewide guidelines and standards
established in this section in its administrative rule in place of the guidelines and
standards that are superseded by this act, without the proceedings required by s. 120.54
and notwithstanding the provisions of s. 120.545( l)(c). The Administration Commission
shall initiate rulemaking proceedings pursuant to s. 120.54 to make all other technical
revisions necessary to conform the rules to this act. Rule amendments made pursuant to
this subsection shall not be subject to the requirement for legislative approval pursuant to
s. 380.06(2).
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d. Potential Impacts
Potential impacts of designating areas highly suitable for increased office intensity are mitigated
in the second tier of the approach, which is the development review process. The City’s Land
Development Regulations empower local government review over concurrency requests, site
plan review, and Future Land Use designations and entitlements. By adopting the criteria to
become eligible as an area highly suitable for increased office intensity, the City is not changing
the current process by which potential impacts are mitigated or considered. Furthermore, staff is
recommending heightened review within the City’s Land Development Regulations, which
further define criteria for quality design for planned regional office parks, and research and
development office parks.
The impact analysis required to identify an area of high office intensity will follow Rule 9J-
1 1.006, F.A.C. criteria for proposed comprehensive plan amendments. It covers impacts on
sanitary sewer, potable water, drainage, traffic circulation, mass transit, natural and historic
resources, and land use compatibility. As part of the development review process, the applicant
must demonstrate adequate public facilities exist to accommodate the increased office intensity.
The analysis must conclude that 600,000 square feet of office park would not have an adverse
effect on the level of service of the City’s public facilities and services.
The designation of areas highly suitable for increased office intensity is an incentive in that the
applicant of a development with an additional 300,000 square feet, up to 600,000 square feet of
office, can avoid applying for a DRI process which demands an intense investment of time and
money.
The applicant still would be required to have concurrency approval for the increased number of
traffic trips, and have Planned Unit Developmentlsite plan approval from the City Council. Staff
notes that there are additional requirements within the DRI process, since it requires an
extensive, and coordinated extra-agency review and analysis of impacts within a larger area.
However, the County’s concurrency traffic review requires an analysis of traffic impacts over de
minimis (1% of the LOS volume). The standard DRI process requires an analysis of all traffic
impacts that are over 5% of the capacity of LOS volume. Therefore, it is staffs professional
opinion that the traffic impacts associated with a DRI of this nature will be mitigated by the local
concurrency and development review process.
!. Projected Benefits
The Bioscience Research Protection Overlay (BRPO) is intended to provide incentives to
develop bioscience, research and laboratory uses as economic generators, and provide value-
added employment to the City. The proposed Comprehensive Plan Text amendment acts as
incentive to develop BRPO lands as an economic engine to guide Bioscience venture capital
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within the City. Without placing the heavy burden of a lengthy and expensive DRI process, those
parcels meeting the outlined criteria, and complying with the tier process, will be given an
opportunity to bring a cluster of bioscience and associated office uses to the City.
The City of Palm Beach Gardens, within the framework of the proposed criteria is offering
policies that will contribute to the local economic development by assisting projects that do not
have the venture capital or time to undertake a DRI amendment process. In addition, the City
will exercise direct local control over the development by fully enforcing City Code, and design
principles for Class A office.
Parcel 5A, 2008 concurrency requests 450,000 square feet of R&D; 450,000 square feet of
Office; a 26O-room hotel; and allowance for 47,000 square feet of ancillary retail. The potential
number of value-added jobs we can anticipate for Parcel 5A, as approved in their latest
concurrency request, would be 4,513 jobs, as estimated in Table 5a. This represents
approximately 37 percent of the total jobs projected on PGA Boulevard, and would primarily be
value-added jobs, such as lab and office employees. It is staffs professional opinion that this
development initiative will contribute to the City's economic development by creating value-
added employment, and diversifjmg the tax base.
Table 5a. Jobs Generated by the proposed 5A Concurrency Request
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f. Consistency with City’s Comprehensive Plan
The supporting comprehensive plan objectives and policies include:
Objective 1.3.4.: Maintain a Bioscience Research Protection Overlay (BRPO) for the purpose of
promoting Bioscience Uses and deterring the conversion of those uses to commercial or
residential uses.
Objective 1.3.5.: Adopt land development regulations for the purpose of promoting the location
of a rail station in the City and providing sustainable development that encourages multi-modal
transit.
Policy 1.3.4.4.: By December 31, 2010, the City shall adopt and maintain land development
regulations that do not permit rezoning of lands within the BRPO that would eliminate
Bioscience Uses without the vote of four members of the Palm Beach Gardens City Council. The
limitation on conversion of uses does not apply to permitted, conditional, and approved uses
allowed in a planned development and/or development of regional impact. Nothing in this policy
shall be interpreted to abrogate rights that have been vested under law for uses that are not
Bioscience Uses. The City land development regulations shall establish an administrative process
to review claims of vested rights under this policy.
Policy 1.3.4.3.: By December 31, 2010, the City shall adopt and maintain land development
regulations that provide incentives for Bioscience development and encourage a predominance
of Bioscience Uses to develop a cluster of the industry within the BRPO.
Policy 1.3.4.2.: The City shall encourage Bioscience Uses within the BRPO to achieve, in
coordination with the County and adjacent municipalities, a clustering of Bioscience Uses and
thus promote intellectual exchange among researchers, scientists, students, and others in the
Bioscience industry workforce.
Policy 1.3.4.1.; Biosciences Uses shall be permitted and encouraged within the BRPO. The City
shall adopt by December 3 1, 201 0 and maintain land development regulations which encourage
Bioscience Uses. The uses prohibited within the BRPO are those uses prohibited in the
underlying land use designation, excluding those uses set forth in the Bioscience Use definition.
The BRPO does not limit the uses currently allowed consistent with the property’s existing land
use designation and zoning designation, including uses allowed pursuant to planned development
approvals and development of regional impact approvals.
Objective 13.1.1.: Balanced and Diversified Economy
Palm Beach Gardens shall maintain and expand a diversified economy by encouraging growth in
targeted cluster industries that provide high-wage employment and complement changing
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economic conditions by supporting existing business and by retaining and improving resource-
based sectors, such as tourism, retirement, and recreation.
Policy 13.1.1.1.: The City shall continue to attract industries and employers in cluster industries
such as biotechnology, communications, information technology, medical products, marine
biology, aerospace research, and associated ancillary businesses.
Policy 13.1.1.6.: The City shall maintain and develop programs to encourage and facilitate the
expansion and relocation of target industries in the City, including, but not limited to:
0 Implement a targeted expedited permitting program for companies that are expanding
operations or moving into the City so that value-added employment may be created at a
faster pace; and
0 Continuing to review land development processes to determine where opportunities for
streamlining the approval process can be accomplished; and
0 Continuing to work with the Office of Tourism, Trade and Economic Development to
facilitate expedited review of qualifylng projects; and
0 Continuing to improve working relationships between government and the business
community and support the economic development efforts of private organizations.
Policy 13.1.1.7.: By December 31, 2010, the City shall adopt and maintain land development
regulations that provide incentives for the development of Bioscience Uses (as defined in the
Future Land Use Element) and encourage the clustering of those uses within the City and
particularly within the BRPO (as defined in the Future Land Use Element).
Policy 13.1.1.8.: The City shall ensure that an adequate amount of land is designated and zoned
to categories that permit Bioscience Uses. By December 3 1, 2009, staff will conduct a land use
study and adopt preferred City-wide percentage range of all land uses.
Policy 13.1.1.9.: By December 31, 2010, the City shall assess land use, transportation and
business patterns and trends to identify areas that are suitable for redevelopment to provide
business retention, expansion, relocation and development incentives for those areas.
Objective 1.3.1.: Expand the City’s economic base by promoting commercial and industrial
activities as planned and illustrated on the Future Land Use Map, and by ensuring adequate sites
and timely provision of public utilities and services to stimulate such growth.
Policy 1.3.1.1.: Development orders and permits for future development and redevelopment
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activities shall be issued only in areas possessing the appropriate Future Land Use designation
and that are consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of this Comprehensive Plan.
Staff analysis: The Future land Use and Economic Development Elements of the City’s
Comprehensive Plan contain objectives and policies that support utilizing the land development
process in order to attract quality economic development. Specijkally, the city has implemented
the Targetted Expediting Permitting Program (TEPP) that allows developments that have
potential to bring value-added employment to the City to have an accelerated permitting process.
The proposed Comprehensive Plan Text amendment is a similar program, allowing the
development of large research and development corporate parh to avoid the DRI process and
internalize the review process to local control. Furthermore, through these objectives and
policies, the city has acknowledged the need for divers$ed economic growth, specijkally though
the creation of the Bioscience Research Protection Overlay (BRPO.)
g. Consistency with County’s Comprehensive Plan
The proposed comprehensive plan amendments are consistent with the overall Goals, and
Objectives within the Palm Beach County Comprehensive Plan as follows:
Policy 2.2.4-b: A Planned Industrial Park Development District (PIPD) is an economic activity
center primarily designed to accommodate and promote manufacturing, research, development,
other value-added activities and support uses. Uses such as hotels, offices, commercial and
institutional that serve the projected workforce and residential population andor encourage
internal automobile trip capture shall be permitted, along with accessory uses. Residential uses
may be permitted within a PIPD provided: 1) recreation to meet the needs of the residential
population is provided; and, 2) a balanced mix of land uses is provided to meet the needs of the
projected work force and residential population.
Policy 2.9-e: The County shall adopt and maintain land development regulations that provide
incentives for bioscience development and promote a predominance of bioscience
researchhiotechnology uses so as to develop a cluster of the industry in proximity to the TSRI
campus at AbacodBriger.
Policy 2.9-c: Within the Overlay, residential uses shall be prohibited and commercial uses shall
be prohibited unless clearly accessory or ancillary to bioscience researchhiotechnology uses or
as have been or may be approved in connection with a land use mix for a planned development
and/or development of regional impact.
Staff analysis: The County’s Comprehensive Pian contains policies that encourage providing
incentives to develop a cluster of industry to support the Scripps Research Institute (XSRI)
campus at Abacoa/Briger. Similar to the County’s Planned Industrial Park Development district,
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the proposed Comprehensive Plan text amendment defines an area of the City primarily
designed to accommodate and promote research, development and other value-added activities
and support uses, such as ofice.
h. Consistency with the Strategic Regional Policy Plan
The proposed comprehensive plan amendments are consistent with the overall Treasure Coast
Regional Planning Council’s Strategic Regional Policy Plan. The Strategic Regional Policy Plan
supports economic development, specijically providing incentives that support the development a
cluster of industry to support the Scripps Research Institute (TSR) campus at Abacoa/Briger.
i. Consistency with the State Comprehensive Plan (Chapter 187, Florida Statutes)
The proposed text amendments are consistent with Chapter 163.31 91, Florida Statutes, and
utilize a provision within the Florida Statutes that increases the ofice threshold to 600,000
square feet, by dejning areas highly suitable for increased ofice intensity within the City’s
Comprehensive Plan.
j. Nearby Local Government Comments/Objections
On January 18, 2007, the proposed comprehensive plan amendments was transmitted to Palm
Beach County Intergovernmental Plan Amendment Review Committee (IPARC), the Town of
Jupiter, the City of Riviera Beach, the Town of Lake Park, the Town of Mangonia Park, the
Town of Juno Beach, and Palm Beach County. Upon request, the City has provided copies of the
applicant’s submitted materials to the Town of Jupiter on October 29,2008.
5. STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends APPROVAL of the proposed comprehensive plan text amendments, based on the
following findings:
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The proposed text amendments are consistent with the existing Goals, Objectives and Policies of
the Treasure Coast Regional Council Strategic Policy Plan; and
The proposed text amendments hrther the goals of the City’s commitment to balanced economic
development, by diversifying its tax base, creating value-added employment, and providing long
term sustainability.
Staff recommends APPROVAL of CPTA-06-12-000008, which provides for the adoption of the
proposed text amendment of the City’s Comprehensive Plan.
6. ATTACHMENTS
a. Eligible Property Groups Location Map
b. Current Future Land Use Designation Map
c. Current Zoning Designation Map
d. Targetted Expedited Permitting Process (TEPP) Brochure
e. Bioscience Research Protection Overlay (BRPO) Data & Market Analysis
f. Bioscience Overlay Property Descriptions
g. Palm Beach Gardens Interlocal for BLPAB
h. Economic Development Analysis
i. Public Notice
j. Ordinance 3,2009
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(3) The following statewide guidelines and standards shall be applied in the manner
described in s. 380.06(2) to determine whether the following developments shall be
required to undergo development-of-regional-impact review:
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(d) Office development. - Any proposed office building or park operated under common
ownership, development plan, or management that:
I. Encompasses 300,000 or more square feet of gross floor area; or
2. Encompasses more than 600,000 square feet of gross floor area in a county
with a population greater than 500,000 and only in a geographic area
specifically designated as highly suitable for increased threshold intensity in
the approved local comprehensive plan. (Emphasis added)
Section 380.0651(3)(d)2, Florida Statutes, authorizes a local government in a county with a
population greater than 500,000 to designate geographic areas which are highly suitable for
increased Development of Regional Impact (DRI) threshold intensity. Being designated highly
suitable for increased office intensity increases the DRI threshold for office from 300,000 square
feet of gross floor area to 600,000 square feet of gross floor area. Being designated highly
suitable for increased office intensity does not change the Future Land Use Map category of any
property nor does it change the uses or intensities of development authorized by the Future Land
Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan. Rather, it changes the circumstances under which a
proposed development in the designated area must apply for a DRI review.
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b. Discussion with the Department of Community Affairs OCA)
The Department of Community Affairs (DCA) provided staff guidance on how to utilize the
provision of Florida Statute which allows for increased DRI threshold for areas highly suitable
for increased office intensity. A DCA official, Richard Post, indicated that the City of Pembroke
Pines recently adopted Comprehensive Plan text amendments that have been accepted by DCA,
and would be a good example on how municipalities may define areas highly suitable for office.
Although there are not many examples of municipalities utilizing this specific provision of
Florida Statute, in 2007, the Town of Davie utilized a Regional Activity Center (UC) in order
to apply for increased DRI thresholds for office, hotel and retail uses. In 2005, Orange County
utilized their Regional Planning Council to adopt an area highly suitable for hotel uses proximate
to Orlando’s theme parks and other tourist activities. A common intention in utilizing increased
DRI threshold is economic development, and ensuring the internalization of heightened review.
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From the guidance given by DCA, staff finds that the tiered concept approach meets the intent of
the Florida Statute provision. This tiered concept is further explained in Section 4a. Staff
Approach & Analysis: Tier Approach Concept
c. Development of Regional Impact @RI) Process
A DRI is defined by Section 380.06(1), F.S., as any development which, because of its character,
magnitude or location, would have substantial effect on the health, safety or welfare of citizens
in more than one county. The state has established thresholds to determine when a development
must undergo the DRI review process. The general DRI process is described in Graphic 1. Please
note that the standard process typically involves 14 months of review, and in certain cases may
require a longer review period. Not only is time a real cost for potential developers wishing to
build a quality office park, the application expense and amount of staff time salary required for
the standard DRI process is also onerous for developers.
Graphic 1. The Development of Regional Impact @RI) Review Process
60 days MMmum 90 days Maximum
Source: Department of Community Affairs (DCA) website
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4. STAFF APPROACH & ANALYSIS
a. Tier Approach Concept
The State Statute allows municipalities to internalize the standard DRI process under Section
380.0651(3)(d)2, F.S. The applicant has requested the City adopts criteria to identify areas that
are highly suitable for increased office intensity, and be eligible to fall below the DRI threshold
and avoid the standard DRI process for their approval.
To address the applicant’s request, and provide a successful incentive program, staff considered
a tiered concept approach. The tiered concept is based on internalizing the standard DIU process
into the local level, providing an incentive for research and development office parks,
establishing local control, and attracting quality business to areas that the City identifies as areas
highly suitable for increased office intensity.
As illustrated in Graphic 2, the first step (Tier 1) is the proposed Comprehensive Plan policy,
which establishes the eligibility requirements. AAer the Comprehensive Plan text amendment is
found in compliance with the Department of Community Affairs (DCA), and adopted by the City
Council, the City will begin the process of adopting Land Development Regulations for a
heightened and specific review of areas highly suitable for corporate office parks and the like.
This heightened review process is the second step of the tiered concept, and it will be utilized to
decide whether the eligibility requirements are met, and a project will be required to undergo a
heightened level of review. Land Development Regulations may need to be specifically tailored
for Industrial and R&D sites. Ultimately, the City will be in control, and more likely to receive
high quality research and development office parks to support the City’s competitiveness in the
regional market.
Graphic 2. The Tiered Concept Approach
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Development Review Process
Land DeveIopment Regulations
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(Heightened Review)
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Comprehensive Plan Policy
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b. Proposed Comprehensive Plan Text Amendments
Staff is proposing a sequence of changes to the Comprehensive Plan’s Future Land Use Element,
and the Land Development Regulations in order to address the tiered concept approach. Tier one
establishes eligibility requirements within the Comprehensive Plan, by which the City identifies
areas highly suitable for increased office intensity. Staff notes that the second tier must follow
the adoption of this Comprehensive Plan Text amendment in the form of a Land Development
Regulation text amendment. The LDR text amendment would further define criteria for
heightened review. The proposed Comprehensive Plan amendments related to this petition are
presented with a single underline as Policy 1.3.4.5 of the Future Land Use Element, under Goal
1.3.
FUTURE LAND USE
GOAL 1.3.: CONTINUE TO PLAN FOR FUTURE NEEDS TO PROMOTE LIVIBLE
COMMUNITIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT FOR BIOSCIENCE USERS, TRANSIT ORIENTED
DEVELOPMENT, AND OTHER EFFORTS TO PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE
GROWTH.
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Objective 1.3.4.: Maintain a Bioscience Research Protection Overlay (BRPO) for the
purpose of promoting Bioscience Uses and deterring the conversion of those uses to
commercial or residential uses.
Policy 1.3.4.1.: Biosciences Uses shall be permitted and encouraged within the BRPO. The
City shall adopt by December 31, 2010 and maintain land development regulations which
encourage Bioscience Uses. The uses prohibited within the BRPO are those uses prohibited
in the underlying land use designation, excluding those uses set forth in the Bioscience Use
definition. The BRPO does not limit the uses currently allowed consistent with the property’s
existing land use designation and zoning designation, including uses allowed pursuant to
planned development approvals and development of regional impact approvals.
Policy 1.3.4.2.: The City shall encourage Bioscience Uses within the BRPO to achieve, in
coordination with the County and adjacent municipalities, a clustering of Bioscience Uses
and thus promote intellectual exchange among researchers, scientists, students, and others in
the Bioscience industry workforce.
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Policy 1.3.4.3.: By December 31, 2010, the City shall adopt and maintain land development
regulations that provide incentives for Bioscience development and encourage a
predominance of Bioscience Uses to develop a cluster of the industry within the BRPO.
Policy 1.3.4.4.: By December 31, 2010, the City shall adopt and maintain land development
regulations that do not permit rezoning of lands within the BRPO that would eliminate
Bioscience Uses without the vote of four members of the Palm Beach Gardens City Council.
The limitation on conversion of uses does not apply to permitted, conditional, and approved
uses allowed in a planned development and/or development of regional impact. Nothing in
this policy shall be interpreted to abrogate rights that have been vested under law for uses
that are not Bioscience Uses. The City land development regulations shall establish an
administrative process to review claims of vested rights under this policy.
Policy 1.3.4.5.: The City may designate specific areas for office use according to the City’s
Future Land Use Map as highly suitable for increased DRI office threshold intensity in
accordance with Section 380.0651(d)(2), Florida Statutes. as long, as the parcels within such
designated areas satisfy all of the following suitability criteria:
A. Parcels must be located within the Bioscience Research Protection Overlay (BRPO)
B. Parcels designated as Commercial, Industrial, Mixed Use, or Professional Office on
the City’s Future Land Use Map;
C. Parcels must have adequate public facilities or committed public facilities available to
suuport the proposed development;
D. Parcels east of the Urban Growth Boundary (UGB), adiacent to 1-95, must have
access to an arterial roadway throuph an immediately adjacent road, and must be
within one-half mile of current or twoposed mass transit facilities, including reional
bus or commuter rail;
E. Sufficient parcel size to accommodate more intense office development consistent
with the intensity and density requirements within the City’s Comprehensive Plan,
and;
c. Areas that Meet Eligibility Criteria
In order to determine the potential impact and benefit of the proposed Comprehensive Plan text
amendment policy, staff must determine which parcels, or group of parcels within an existing
project, could be eligible based on the proposed criteria.
o Criteria A, B and C. Criteria A establishes designated parcels within the BRPO as a
requirement. Table 3, and Map 2, on the following page, illustrates the 10 major projects
(or groupings of parcels) that meet this requirement, and also represents properties that
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meet criteria B and C. The entire BRPO meet Criteria B, with land designated Industrial
and Mixed Use. At the time the BRPO was created, those areas that are targeted for
economic development have been pre-qualified to meet Criteria C.
o Criteria D. Four (4) projects within the BRPO do not meet Criteria D, which states that
the parcel must be adjacent to 1-95. The four parcels are Parcel 5B, Gardens Station,
Legends of the Gardens and PGA National Commerce Park. Map 2 also indicates the
properties that do not meet criteria D.
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Map 2. Parcels within the BRPO, and Major Project Groups that Do Not Meet Criteria D
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o Criteria E. This criteria states that the parcel size must be large enough to accommodate
the increased office intensity and be consistent with City’s Comprehensive Plan. Staff has
determined a trigger point by which criteria D is defined. The criteria implies that
developing 600,000 square feet of office will not require a waiver from the intensity and
height requirements established in the Comprehensive Plan. Staff utilized the intensity
and height requirements within the PO Future Land Use category, and NOT the Industrial
Land Use category because the uses being proposed is office. Industrial intensity is not
suitable for this analysis.
The comprehensive plan established the intensity requirements for office development as
35 percent lot coverage (or building’s foot print on the lot), and no more than two stories
in height. A lot of considerable size would be able to build 600,000 square feet at 35% lot
coverage at two stories. A property must be 19.6 acres (roughly 20 acres) in order to
build all 600,000 square feet of office at two stories. The algebraic equation utilized is
(600,000 s.f743,560 s.f/acre)/(.35 lot coverage x 2 stories) = X acres. Therefore, staff has
determined that 20 acres is the minimum trimer point by which properties may
development 600,000 square feet within the framework of the intensity requirements in
the Comprehensive Plan.
Therefore, all properties with less than 19 acres fall into one classification and
automatically don’t meet the eligibility criteria. Staff further divided the remaining
property groups by identifjmg a second trigger point, by whch 600,000 square feet of
office may be built entirely at one story. This represents the most desirable property size
because the applicant may utilize the second story to decrease the building lot coverage
and provide additional amenities, and open space that would potentially be required in the
heightened development review process. The second trigger point is 39.35 acres, as
determined by the algebraic equation, (600,000 ~343,560 s.f7acre)/(.35 lot coverage x 1
story) = X acres). Table 4 presents property groupings within the BRPO, classified by the
size eligibility requirement.
Table 4. Combined Acreage of Eligible Properties (All properties are within the BRPO)
Range of Parcel Size # of Eligible Acreage
(Acres) Properties
1 to 19 Acres 0 0
20 to 39 Acres 0 0
40 plus Acres 5 869.1
Total 5 869.1
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o Criteria F and G. Staff notes that the final two criteria must also be met to qualify for the
increased DRI threshold. These criteria must be met through the development review
process, and takes into consideration that an extensive office park needs to provide onsite
services and amenities to support the employment center activities, and the quality of life
of the employees.
Table 3 summarizes the total number of projects and how many acres are eligible for the
proposed Comprehensive Plan policy. Five projects meet the requirements (Briger, SA, the
mixed use sections of Parcel 3 1.04, Parcel 3 1.06/07, and NorthCorp). These projects total 449.3 1
acres that may be designated highly suitable for increased office intensity. Map 3 illustrates the
location of the projects that are eligible.
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ELEMENT
BACKGROUND
The Economic Development Element of the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Palm
Beach Gardens was adopted by the City Council through Ordinance 48, 2004 on January
6, 2005, and became effective on April 4,2005 (announcement of compliance and intent of
adoption published by Florida Department of Community Affairs on March 14, 2005, in the
Palm Beach Post).
The Element identified the need for a balanced and diversified economy for a sustainable
municipality; identified targeted industry sectors based upon a demographictanalysis of the
skill sets of Palm Beach Gardens' residents with 'the broader understanding that global
trends indicate that intellectual knowledge-based industries are the future (including
research and development); outlined a Targeted Expedited Permitting Program to fast-
track companies through the planning, zoning, and building process so that the goal of job
creation could be realized at a faster pace; identified the need to stabilize seasonal
employment fluctuations in the retail and service sectors; underscored the importance of
education; and recognized that quality-of-life is a delicate balance of live, learn, work, and
play - all equally important to make a whole person and a whole community.
ASSESSMENT OF NEED
Data indicates that although a slight shift has occurred in the diversification of the tax base
since the summer of 2003 when the original data and analysis for the Economic
Development Element was prepared, the residential community continues to be the major
source of ad-valorem revenues. For purposes of this analysis and under most
circumstances, value-added employers would be included in the industrial component.
See Figures 1, 2 and 3.
Figure 1
Palm Beach County Exlended Tax Rolls
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Taxable Value - Palm Beach Gardens
6,000.000.000
5,000,000.000
4.000,000,000
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2005 Ad-Valorem Tax Percentages
City of Palm Beach Gardens
Industrial, 0.76%
Commercial. 16.90%
\ Residenlial, 81.79%
City of Palm Beach Gardens Finance Deparfrnenf - 2005
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Indeed, Palm Beach County lags behind the national average and the State of Florida in
value-added manufacturing opportunities, including intellectual knowledge-based research
and development earnings. When compared to other research and development centers
such as Raleigh-Durham and King County, Palm Beach County earnings are between
40% - 50%. See Figure 4.
Figure 4
Manufactwing Value Added per Employee (Dollars In Thousands)
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UniledStdes Pah16each Sarasola- KingCowly Montgomery SanMego
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The City of Palm Beach Gardens does not assess many of the traditional taxes that other
municipalities use for generating revenue, but rather, primarily depends on ad-valorem
taxes to fund services. Residents are not assessed additional taxes for utility, solid waste,
storm water, or firehescue services; and pay a minimal amount in communication services
taxes. See Figure 5.
It may be prudent to examine the pros and cons of the continuation of relying on ad-
valorem revenues to fund services that are required from the municipality. It may also be
necessary to look at other revenue streams if it is the desire of the City of Palm Beach
Gardens to offer financial incentives to the burgeoning Bio-Science industry sector with the
recent announcement of Scripps-Florida.
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Figure 5
Total Cost Comparison of Area Municipalities
Based on $225k Homesteaded Property FY 05/06
Ctty Ad Utility CST Solid Storm PBC Total
Valorem Tax Waste Water Fire
Palm Beach 1,199 0 27 0 0 0 1,226
Gardens
Jupiter 524 300 82 83 46 321 1,356
Royal Palm 524 300 65 87 0 620 1,596
Beach
Wellington 540 300 65 120 120 620 1,765
North Palm 1,398 300 86 139 0 0 1,923
Beach
West Palm 1,580 300 97 214 56 0 2,247
Beach
Riviera Beach 1,850 300 94 147 54 0 2,445
City of Palm Beach Gardens Finance Deparlmenl: Fiscal Year 2005/2006
BALANCED AND DIVERSIFIED ECONOMY
Although personal and household income seems to be relatively high among residents in
Palm Beach Gardens - average household income in Palm Beach Gardens continues to
hold at almost $60,000, statistical data indicates that many use other revenue sources for
daily expenditures. Many factors could play into the statistical data: 1. second-home
ownership; 2. retirement population; and 3. knowledgeable population that relies on stock
dividends and transfers for expendable income. Regardless, the outcome is still the
same: the local economy is reliant on monies that already exist rather than expanding by
providing new product or skills. See Figures 6 and 7.
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Figure 6
Share of Total income by Type, 2003 (in Percent)
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GOVERNMENTAL POLICIES
Governmental policies can either facilitate or hinder the economic growth and the
economic sustainability of an area. Land availability for economic engines or clusters is
critical. See Figures 8 and 9.
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South Florida has continued to grow at a rapid pace. Palm Beach Gardens is no
exception, placing even more demand upon land development policies. As population
grows, so does the need for the most valuable of resources - land. Yet, without protecting
land space for value-added businesses, municipalities will be unable to obtain
diversification and sustainability. Residential communities are in high demand given the
sheer number of new arrivals moving into the area. Building industry clusters are long-
range visions that require commitment, vision, and discipline. See Figure 10.
Figure 10
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60,000
50,000
40,000
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Population Growth in Palm Beach Gardens
Data Compiled from US Census 2000, Universily of Florida BEBR, and City of Palm Beach Gardens Growth
Management Department
The U.S. economy is increasingly phasing into an intellectual knowledge-driven
marketplace. According to Richard Florida, author of The Rise of the Creative Class,
human creativity is the ultimate economic resource, and trends denote a shift from raw
material and physical labor “products” to human intelligence, knowledge, and creativity
“products”. Demographics indicate that Palm Beach Gardens residents have the
necessary skill sets to work in an intellectual knowledge-driven marketplace, and those
skills should be leveraged to attract companies whose products are based on intellectual
knowledge and creativity. According to Richard Florida’s research, about 1/3 of the
workforce is comprised of the creative class, and yet, it accounts for nearly half of all wage
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and salary income in the United States, or $1.7 trillion dollars - as much as the
manufacturing and service sectors combined.
Without examining current economic trends and future needs, government cannot prepare
for unparallel success. For instance, what is the definition of industrial land? Given shifts
in the global economy, the old definition of industrial land has a diminishing role. If the
purpose is truly to prepare for economic trends for the coming century, local government
must embrace the notion and prepare for it. The US. has evolved from agrarian society,
to industrial, and now to intellectual knowledge-based economy - leading scholars agree.
Therefore, using old definitions and values are counter productive.
Factories, call centers, anything that is labor intensive has and will continue to shift to
developing countries. It is an established trend for the past 20-plus years. As former
Soviet countries become more stable, the trend will continue at a faster pace. Major
manufacturing companies are investing at a rapid pace in the former Eastern Bloc
countries since they have stabilized faster and can supply skilled, reliable, and cheap
labor. NAFTA, the CBI initiative, and new agreements with China, India, and Pakistan will
also greatly impact the need for industrial land in the United States. Palm Beach Gardens
is competing globally and therefore, must allocate the most valuable of all resources, land,
prudently.
BRIGER TRACT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN CHANGES
Given the economic shifts away from industrial to intellectual knowledge, the City of Palm
Beach Gardens integrated solid economic development principles with proven growth
management objectives where people could live, learn, work, and play through the
adoption of four Comprehensive Plan changes converting the approximately 708-acre
Briger Tract from Residential to Mixed-Use Development. The subtext of all the
amendments: the intrinsic understanding that quality-of-life issues play a major role in
economic success.
Through the creative design of a Mixed-Use Development, research and development
(intellectual knowledge) could sit alongside coffee shops, retail stores, schools, homes,
bike trails, and parks - creating a community that would facilitate the interaction that is so
necessary for the exchange of ideas and the creative process. Ordinances 4, 7, 8, and 9,
2005 were found in compliance by the Department of Community Affairs on June 16, 2005.
TARGETED EXPEDITED PERMITTING PROGRAM
Government is often criticized for being cumbersome, slow to react, and an impediment to
progress; therefore, the City of Palm Beach Gardens has developed an innovative
program to enable job creation at a faster pace. The Targeted Expedited Permitting
Program expedites the planning, zoning, and building permitting process. The Targeted
Expedited Permitting Program is available to companies that are expanding operations or
moving into the City. Companies must meet specific criteria in order to qualify for the
Targeted Expedited Permitting Program may qualify if they have been sanctioned as an
economic development project by the Business Development Board of Palm Beach
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County, Enterprise Florida, OTTED, or any other officially sanctioned economic
development agency.
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The Targeted Expedited Permitting Program provides qualifying projects an efficient
process to resolve issues in a timely manner through face-to-face meetings with a City
representative without sacrificing any requirements as established by the City’s Code of
Ordinances. The City Council adopted Ordinance 1, 2006 which codified a Targeted
Expedited Review Process for development that will provide economic development. (A
copy is attached as Exhibit A).
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The first company to take advantage of the Target Expedited Permitting Program was The
Anspach Companies. Anspach needed to expand its current facilities: 48,941 square feet
and 30 new positions. The project was certified by the Business Development Board of
Palm Beach County, the official economic development organization in Palm Beach
County. The project was submitted on November 29, 2005, and received City Council
approval on March 2, 2006 - approximately a 90-day turn-around for the project. Of note,
Anspach is an international research and development corporation in the medical field. A
RIMS II analysis was conducted on the project: Total annual economic activity =
$9,849,040.
SEASONAL EMPLOYMENT FLUCTUATIONS IN THE RETAIL AND SERVICE SECTOR
Palm Beach County maintains a strong share of tourism sales compared to other
destination spots in Florida. See Figure 17. 0 Figure 11
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0 2004
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Palm Beach County Ft. Myers-Naples Sarasota-Bradenton
Source: Florida Office of Economic and Demographic Research,
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From 1997 to 2004, small gains have been made in the diversification of the local
economy in Palm Beach County looking at employment numbers. Manufacturing (as
expected through global shifts in the economy), retail, transportation, leisurelhospitality,
agriculture, and information technology experienced losses in regards to total employment.
More than likely, market share in the information technology field will be recaptured as the
sector continues to recover from the dot-com collapse in 2000. Construction, wholesale
trade, educational and health services, and professional and business services
experienced (the most significant was in professionallbusiness services) showed gains.
Unfortunately, health, professional, and business services are traditionally considered
ancillary businesses - dependent upon dollars that already exist in the local economy.
There are exceptions to the rule and the economic professional must isolate the "flow of
money" to understand to impact for each individual case. See Figure 72.
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The business economy in Palm Beach Gardens is driven by the service and retail sectors
when conducting a historical analysis of Occupational Licenses. See Figure 73. Although
there has been a slight dip in the issuance in the number of commercial licenses (value-
added employers), the ad-valorem taxes generated from the commercial sector has
steadily increased. See Figure 7. Those commercial businesses that have stayed in
operation are finding niche markets and expanding.
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Figure 12
Growth Trends of Business Sector - Palm Beach Gardens
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2000
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PUBLIC EDUCATION
Public education in the State of Florida, and particularly Palm Beach County, is at a critical
point. Although the statistical report from the 2003 Data and Analysis of the Economic
Development Element indicates that adults in Palm Beach Gardens are highly educated,
public schools in Palm Beach County are failing compared to other regions. See Figures
74 and 15.
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Students possessing a high school diploma or less will be unprepared to take advantage of
the intellectual knowledge-based economy as global shifts continue. See Figure 16.
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Figure 16
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QUALITY-OF-LIFE BALANCE
Quality-of-life issues weigh heavily into recruiting a company to a specific geographic
region. Trends are shifting away from bedroom communities as people desire to live, play,
learn, and work within a 15-25 minute commute. People, simply put, are weary of the
stress that is induced by a long commute to and from work.
Therefore, in optimal circumstances, planners and economic development professionals
would consider all four critical elements - live, learn, work, and play - in designing a
sustainable community. In a mere decade, commute time in Palm Beach County has had
a dramatic increase, emphasizing the need to design mixed-use development and to plan
transportation systems for the future. See Figure 17.
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Commute lime (In Minutes)
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The City of Palm Beach Gardens is in the enviable position to create a sustainable
community that upholds the principles of live, play, learn, and work while opportunities are
still available. By identifying raw land and redevelopment potential, the City may ensure
economic stability and viability for generations.
Understanding the interrelationship between social (live and play) and economic (learn and
work) structures is paramount for quality-of-life issues as related to the business and
residential community. Sound planning and building philosophies enhance the economic
opportunities for the City and integrity of the community as a whole. Straying from these
principles will diminish the quality-of-life for current residents and not capture the biotech
cluster as envisioned by economic development professionals and officials from The
Scripps Research Institute.
AREAS OF CONCERN
In the mid-l980s, Palm Beach County was making remarkable progress in regards to the
National Wage Index. In 1996, Palm Beach County wages peaked, and average wages
slipped below the national level and have not kept pace according to The Bureau of
Economic Analysis. See Figure 18.
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At the same time, a booming housing market has widened the gap for the working class to
purchase a home. Attainable housing is a major concern for economic development
professionals, affecting recruitment efforts, and may severely affect the ability to build a
sustainable community. See Figures 19, 20 and 21.
Updated Data & Analysis - May 2006
Economic Development Comprehensive Plan Element
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THE SCRIPPS RESEARCH INSTITUTE AND THE BIO-SCIENCE INDUSTRY SECTOR
Before state and local governments began courting The Scripps Research Institute, Palm
Beach Gardens had embarked upon the diversification of the local economy. One of the
identified target areas for growth was research and development. This was no
coincidence. The decision was based upon the skill sets of residents, the existence of
companies in the industry sector in Palm Beach Gardens, and the expanding market. See
figure 22. It was the vision of the City of Palm Beach Gardens to combine the physical
infrastructure and community support systems necessary to facilitate the exchange of
intellectual knowledge and enable the efficient transfer of scientific theory to marketplace,
while fostering strong community and family relationships to achieve a balanced quality-of-
life.
Updated Data 8 Analysis - May 2006
Economic Development Comprehensive Pian Element
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Industry Sectors: 100 Fastest Growing Companies 2005
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It was understood, also, that there is a convergence of intellectual knowledge - biology
meeting chemistry and physics, computer science merging with anatomy - creating new
discoveries that have no names. Only with the exchange of ideas can the possibilities be
unraveled. Perhaps, it is the most challenging role of the economic development and
growth management professional to enable, facilitate, and preserve that possibility through
land management practices. Cures may not happen in our lifetime, but they could happen
in our City.
Updaled Data 8 Analysis - May 2006
Economic Development Cornprehensrve Plan Elemenl
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Date Prepared: March 1,2006
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND
CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH
PALM BEACH COUNTY, THE TOWN OF JUPITER, THE TOWN OF
MANGONIA PARK, THE TOWN OF LAKE PARK, AND THE CITY OF
RlVlERA BEACH CREATING A BIOSCIENCE LAND PROTECTION
ADVISORY BOARD AND PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF
LOCAL COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENTS TO ESTABLISH
AND PROTECT BIOSCIENCE RESEARCH PROTECTION
OVERLAYS; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Secfjon 163.01, Florida Statutes, known as the "Florida lnterlocal
Cooperation Act of 1969," authorizes local governments to make the most efficient use
of their powers by enabling them to cooperate with other localities on a basis of mutual
advantage and thereby to provide services and facilities that will harmonize geographic,
economic, population, and other factors influencing the needs and development of local
communities; and
WHEREAS, Part I of Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, permits public agencies, as
defined therein, to enter into interlocal agreements with each other to jointly exercise
any power, privilege, or authority which such agencies share in common and which
each might exercise separately; and
WHEREAS, the Cities and County recognize that the relocation of The Scripps
Research Institute's ("TSRI") operations onto Florida Atlantic University's John D.
McArthur Campus ("FAU Jupiter Campus") and a portion of the Briger Parcel in Palm
Beach Gardens ("8riger") will further the vision of the Governor and the State of Florida
to create an economic development cluster to support TSRI; and
WHEREAS, the Cities and County recognize that the creation of an economic
development cluster to support TSRI will ensure a diversified economy and provide
high-wage employment within Palm Beach County, the Treasure Coast Region, and the
State; and
WHEREAS, the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners elected to
enter into negotiations with TSRI for the relocation of its operations to the FAU Jupiter
Campus and to Briger in reliance on the Cities' commitment to support an economic
development cluster in support of TSRI; and
WHEREAS, to fulfill this commitment, the Cities and County have agreed to form
an Advisory Board; and
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WHEREAS, to fulfill this commitment, the Cities have each agreed to initiate and
consider amendments to their respective Comprehensive Plans that establish a
Bioscience Research Protection Overlay (“Overlay”), and that provide a super majority
vote requirement to protect land identified in the Overlay; and ,
WHEREAS, the City Council deems approval of this Resolution to be in the best
interest of the citizens and residents of the City of Palm Beach Gardens.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA that:
SECTION 1. The foregoing recitals are hereby affirmed and ratified.
SECTION 2. The City Council hereby approves the Interlocal Agreement with
Palm Beach County, the Town of Jupiter, the Town of Mangonla Park, the Town of
Lake Park, and the City of Riviera Beach creating a bloscience land protection advisory
board and providing for consideration of local comprehensive plan amendments to
establish and protect bioscience research protection overlays, and hereby authorizes
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said Agreement.
SECTION 3. This Resolution shall become’effective immediately upon adoption.
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Resolution 34,2006
PASSED AND ADOPTED this aM day of rid ,2006.
ATTEST:
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
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VOTE:
MAYOR RUSSO
VICE MAYOR JABLIN
COUNCILMEMBER LEVY
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This Interlocal Agreement is made the day of , 2006,
between Palm Beach County, a political subdivision of the State of Florida ("County"),
and the City of Palm Beach Gardens, the City of Riviera Seach, the Town of Mangonia
Park, the Town of Lake Park, and the Town of Jupiter, Florida rnunlclpal corporatkns
("Cities"), collectively referred to as "the Parties", each one constituting a public agency
as defined in Part I of Chapter 163, Florida Statutes.
WHEREAS, Section 163.01, Florida Statutes, known as the "Florida Interlocal
Cooperation Act of 1969" authorizes local governments to make the most efficient use
of their powers by enabling them to cooperate with other localities on a basis of mutual
advantage and thereby to provide services and facilities that will harmonize geographic,
economic, population, and other factors influencing the needs and development of local
communities; and
WHEREAS, Part I of Chapter 163, Florida statutes, permits public agencies, as
defined therein, to enter into interlocal agreements with each other to jointly exercise
any power, privilege, or authority which such agencies share in common and which
each might exercise separately; and
i INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN PALM BEACH COUNTY
AND THE CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS, THE TOWN OF
JUPITER, THE TOWN OF MANGONIA PARK, THE TOWN OF LAKE
PARK, AND THE CITY OF RlVlERA BEACH CREATING A
BIOSCIENCE LAND PROTECTION ADVISORY BOARD AND
PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF LOCAL COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN AMENDMENTS TO ESTABLISH AND PROTECT BIOSCIENCE
RESEARCH PROTECTION OVERLAYS
WHEREAS, the Cities and County recognize that the relocation of The Scripps
Research Institute’s (“TSRI”) operations onto Florida Atlantic University’s John D.
McArthur Campus (“FAU Jupiter Campus“) and a portion of the Briger Parcel in Palm
Beach Gardens (“Briger“) will further the vision of the Governor and the State of Florida
to create an economic development cluster to support TSRI; and
WHEREAS, the Cities and County recognize that the creation of an economic
development cluster to support TSRI will ensure a diversified economy and provide
high-wage employment within Palm Beach County, the Treasure Coast Region, and the
State; and
WHEREAS, the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners elected to
enter into negotiations with TSRI for the relocation of its operations to the FAU Jupiter
Campus and to Briger in reliance on the Cities’ commitment to support an economic
development cluster in support of TSRI; and
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WHEREAS, to fulfill this commitment, the Cities and County have agreed to form
an Advisory Board; and
WHEREAS, to fulfill this commitment, the Cities have each agreed to initiate and
consider amendments to their respective Comprehensive Plans that establish a
Bioscience Research Protection Overlay (”Overlay”), and that provide a super majority
vote requirement to protect land identified in the Overlay.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual representations, terms, and
covenants hereinafter set forth, the parties hereby agree as follows:
SECTION I. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are hereby incorporated
herein by reference.
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SECTION 2. Bioscience Land Protection Advisory Board.
A. A Bioscience Land Protection Advisory Board is hereby established. The
purpose of the Board shall be to protect those lands which each of the Cities has
identified as being subject to a bioscience research area protection overlay.
8. The Board shall consist of seven (7) members with the Governor of the
State of Florida; Palm Beach County; the Towns of Jupiter, Lake Park, and Mangonia
Park; and the Cities of Palm Beach Gardens and Riviera Beach each appointing one (1)
regular member and one (1) alternate member. Each appointment shall follow the
same formal procedure the appointing entity uses for board or commission
appointments.
C. A quorum of the Board shall be necessary for it to conduct any business
and shall consist of four (4) members present and voting. The majority vote of those
present and voting shall be required to pass a motion. Each regular member shall have
one vote. An alternate member shall sit on behalf of the appointing entity and have a
vote only when the regular member of such entity is absent.
D. Authority of Board.
The Board shall have the authority to:
1. Analyze and make recommendations regarding: (a) applications to
rezone land or amend the future land use map designation for land; and
(b) proposed amendments to the land development regulations that
directly affect bioscience research uses on property within the Overlay.
No such application to rezone, amend the future land use map, or amend
the land development regulations pertaining to said property shall be
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considered unless the Board shall have conducted a public meeting on the
application and rendered a recommendation to the applicable governing
body; provided, however, in the event the Board fails to render a
recommendation within sixty (60) days after the staff of the applicable
governing body in which the land proposed for approval is located
determines that such application or request is complete for purposes of
revlew by the Board, the affected governing body may proceed to consider
and make a determination upon the application or request without
receiving a recommendation from the Board.
2. Plan for, and address the availability of, developed and
undeveloped land for bioscientific trainingleducation, research, and related
uses and users.
3. Assist in coordinating, integrating, and streamlining administrative
and regulatory procedures at the municipal, county, regional, and state
levels for bioscience research uses.
4. Consider andlor propose policy initiatives and legislative or
regulatory efforts to encourage and sustain the development of biomedical
research uses in the Overlay.
5. Set fees and charges as determined to be necessary for direct
costs and expenses incurred by the Board in reviewing development
applications.
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SECTION 3. Comprehensive Plan Amendments.
The Parties recognize that it may be necessary for the Cities to amend their
respective Comprehensive Plans to achieve the goals of this Interlocal Agreement,
Each City agrees to direct its respective staff to initiate plan amendments, no later than
its next regular round of comprehensive plan amendments, as may be necessary to
establish and protect a Bioscience Research Protection Overlay within its jurisdiction.
These proposed amendments shall include, at a minimum, amendments to the Future
Land Use Element and the Intergovernmental Coordination Element which provide for:
A. The creation of a Bioscience Research Protection Overlay which:
1. Maps the properties subject to the Overlay.
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Identifies permitted uses within the Overlay.
Identifies prohibited uses within the Overlay.
Contains policies protecting lands subject to the overlay from
residential or commercial development
5. Contains policies providing mechanisms to coordinate planning
between local governments and ensure intergovernmental cooperation in
the development and implementation of the Overlay
8. A requirement for a super majority vote of the governing body to approve
conversion of land uses on property within the Bioscience Research Protection Overlay.
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SECTlON 4. Financial Obligations.
A. Each city will provide technical support necessary to allow the Board to fully
review and make recommendations regarding projects in their respective jurisdictions
and will provide other technical and logistical support to the extent determined
appropriate by each city.
B. County will provide technical support and logistical support to the Board to the
extent determined appropriate by the County.
C. If agreed to by the Parties in writing and subject to the appropriation by each
party, the Parties may agree to fund the operation of the Board, in whole or in part,
through annual appropriations, in amounts determined by the Board and agreed to by
each Party.
SECTION 5. General Terms and Conditions.
This Agreement shall continue through March 14, 2016, but may be A.
extended by written agreement of the parties.
B. Any party may withdraw from this Agreement upon 365 days' written
notice to the other parties, thereby relieving the withdrawing party of all obligations and
benefits arising out of this Agreement.
C. This Agreement shall be construed by and governed by the laws of the
State of Florida, Venue shall be in circuit court for Palm Beach County, and each party
shall bear its own fees and costs.
0. The captions and section designations set forth herein are for
convenience only and shall have no substantive meaning.
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E. In the event that any section, paragraph, sentence, clause, or provision of
this Agreement is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, such shall not
affect the remaining portions of this Agreement and the same shall remain in full force
and effect.
F. This Agreement represents the entire understanding between the parties,
and supersedes ail other negotiations, representations, or agreement, written or oral,
relating to this Agreement.
G. This Agreement may be modified and amended only by written instrument
executed by the parties hereto.
H. None of the parties shall be considered the author of this Agreement since
the parties have participated in extensive negotiations and drafting and redrafting of this
document to arrive at a final Agreement. Thus, the terms of this Agreement shall not be
strictly construed against one party as opposed to another party based upon who
drafted it.
1. A copy of this Agreement shall be filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court
in and for Palm Beach County pursuant to Section 163.01(11), Florida Statutes.
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This document can be signed in counterparts.
All notices given under this Agreement shall be deemed sufficient to each
party when delivered by United States Mail, personal delivery or a nationally-recognized
overnight delivery service to the following:
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If to County:
Scripps Program Manager
Palm Beach County
301 North Olive Avenue, 11” Floor
West Palm Beach, Florida 33401
With a copy to:
Chief Assistant County Attorney
Palm Beach County Attorney’s Off ice
301 North Olive Avenue, Suite 601
West Palm Beach, Florida 33401
If to Palm Beach Gardens:
City Manager
City of Palm Beach Gardens
10500 N. Military Trail
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33410
With a copy to:
City Attorney
City of Palm Beach Gardens
10500 N. Military Trail
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33410
If to Jupiter:
Town Manager
Town of Jupiter
210 Military Trail
Jupiter, Florida 33458
With a copy to:
Town Attorney
Town of Jupiter
210 Military Trail
Jupiter, Florida 33458
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If to Lake Park:
Town Manager
Jown of Lake Park
535 Park Avenue
Lake Park, Florida 33403
With a copy to:
Town Attorney
Town of Lake Park
535 Park Avenue
Lake Park, Florida 33403
If to Mangonia Park:
Town Manager
Town of Mangonia Park
1755 E. Tiffany Drive
Mangonia Park, FI 33407
With a copy to:
Town Attorney
Town of Mangonia Park
1755 E. Tiffany Drive
Mangonia Park, FI 33407
If to Riviera Beach:
City Manager
City of Riviera Beach
600 West Blue Heron Blvd.
Riviera Beach, Florida 33404
With a copy to:
. City Attorney
City of Riviera Beach
600 West Blue Heron Blvd.
Riviera Beach, Florida 33404
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upon three (3) days’ prior written notice to the other parties. The effective date of any
notice given hereunder shall be the date of delivery if by personal delivery or the date of
receipt if given by United States or overnight mail.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have affixed their signatures on the
day and year first above written.
ATTEST:
Sharon R. Bock, Clerk &
Comptroller
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Deputy Clerk
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APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY
County Attorney
ATTEST:
By:: Pa ria Snider, CMC, City
PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA, BY ITS
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
By:
Tony Masilotti, Chairman
APPROVED AS TO TERMS AND
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By:
Scripps Program Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
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ATTEST: TOWN OF LAKE PARK, FLORIDA
ATTEST: TOWN OF JUPITER, FLORIDA
By: By:
Town Clerk . Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY
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Town Attorney
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APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY
By:
Town Attorney
ATTEST: TOWN OF MANGONIA PARK, FLORIDA
By: By:
Town Clerk Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
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By:
Town Attorney
ATTEST: CITY OF RlVlERA BEACH, FLORIDA
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have affixed their signatures on the
day and year first above written.
ATTEST:
By:
Patricia Snider, CMC, Cityherk
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY
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II. nSCAL IMPACT ANALYSIS
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INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BEWEEN PALM BEACH COUNrY
AND THE CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS, THE TOWN OF
JUPITER, THE; TOWN OF MANGONIA PARK, THE TOWN OF LAKE
PARK, AND THE CITY OF RlVlERA BEACH CREATING A
BIOSCIENCE hND PRO’CECTION ADVISORY BOARD AND
PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF LOCAL COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN AMENDMENTS TO ESTABLISH AND PROTEUT BIOSCIENCE
RESEARCH PROTECTION OVERLAYS
This Interlocal Agreement is made the day of . W.IrL , 206,
between Palm Beech County, a political subdivision of the State of Florida (“Countv),
and the Cily of Palm Beach Gardens, the City of Rbiera Beach, the Town of MangMIia
Park, the Town of Lake Park, and the Town of Jupiter, Florida municipal corporations
(“Cities”), collectivety referred to as “the Parties’, each one constituting a public agency
as dehed in Part I of Chapter 163, Florjda Statutes.
WHEREAS, Sectlon 163.09, Florida Slatutes, known as the “Florida Interlocal
Cooperation Act of 1969” authorizes local governments lo make the most effldent use
of their powers by enabling them to cooperate with other localities on a basis of mutual
advantage and thereby to provide services and facilities that will harmonize geographic,
economic, population, and other factors influencing the needs and development of local
communities; and
WHEREAS, Part i of Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, permils public agencies, as
defined therein. to enter into interlocal agreements with each other to joinUy exercise
any power, privilege, or authority which such agencies share in common and which
each might exercise separately; and
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WHEREAS, the .Cities and .County recogdze that the ,relocation of The Scripps
' Research .Institute's (VSR'I") opbrdlons ontb Florida Atlant'k Unkersityls John D.
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McArthur Campus ("FAU'.Juptter Campus7 and a portion of the Brlger Pardl In Palm . . ..
' Beach Gardens ("Bflgef) will further the vision of the Govembr andothe State 6f Florida
to create an economk development cluster to support TSRI; and
WHEREAS, the Cities and County recognize that the creation of an ecohomk
development cluster 40 support TSRI will ensure a .diversified economy and provide
high-wage employment within Palm Beach County, the Treasure Coast Region, and the
State; and
WHEREAS, .the Palm Beach County Boactl of County Commissioners elected to
enter into negotiations with TSRI for the relyation of its opbrattwls to the FAU Jupiter
Campus and to BtigeS in reliance'on the Cities' commitment to support an economlc
development duster in support of T8Rl; and
WHEREAS, to futfiil this hkrnitmknt, the Cities and County have agreed to form
an Adddory Board; and
WHEREAS, to fulfill this commitment, the Cltles have ea& agreed to Initiate and
consider amendments to their respective Comprehensive Plans that establish a
Bioscience ReSearch Protadion Overlay ('Overlaf), and that provide a super majority
vote requlrement to protect land klentified in the Overlay.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of Ihe mutual representatlone, terms, and
covenants hereinafter set forth, lhe parties hereby agree as follows:
SECTION 1. The foregoing recitals are he and correct and are hereby incorporated
herein by reference.
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SECTION 2. Bioscience Land Protection Advisory Board.
A. A Bioscience Land Proh&ion Advisory Board is hereby established. The
purpose of 4he Board ihall .bes to protect hose lands which each of the Citbs has
identified as being subject to a bioscience research area protection overlay.
. B. The Board shall consist of seven (7) members with the Governor of the
State of Florida; Palm Beach County; the Towns of Jupiter, Lake Park, and Mangonia
Park; and the Cities of Palm Beach Gardens and Rviera Beach.eaCh appointing one (1)
regular member and one (1) anemate member. Each appointment shall folkw the
same formal procedure the appolntlng entity uses for board or commission
appointmenls.
C. A quorum of the Bard shall be newssary for It to conduct any business
and shall consisl of four (4) merntkrs present and voting. The majority vote of those
present and Qoling shall be required to pass a motion. Each regular member shall have
one vole. An alternate member shall sit on behalf of the appointing entity and have a
vote only when the regular member of such entity Is absent.
D. Authority of Board.
The Board shall have the authority to:
1. Analyze and make recommendations regarding: (a) applications to
rezone land or amend the.future land use map designation for land; and
(b) proposed amendments to the land development regulations that
directly affect bioscience research uses on properly within the Overlay.
No such application to rezone, amend lhe future land use map, or amend
the land development regulations pertaining to said property shall be
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considered unless the Board shall have conducted a public meeting on the
applicatbn and rendered a recommendation to Ihe applicable governing
body; provided, however, in the event the Board fails to render a
recommendation within Sixty (60) days afler4he staff of the applicable
governing body in which the land proposed for applbval is located
determines that such appliuatlon or request Is cbmplete for pur$oses of
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review by the Board, the affected governing body may proceed to consider
and make 8 determlnatlon Upon the application or request without
receMng a recommendation from the Board.
2. Plan for. and address the availability of, developed and
undeveloped land for bioscien$c tralningleducation, research, and related
uses and users. '
3. Asslst In coordinating, Integrating. and sireamtlnlng adminlstralive
and regulatory procedures at the municipal, county, regional, and stale
levels for bioscience research uses.
4. Consider andlor propose policy initiatives and legislative or
regu!atory efforts to encourage and sustain the developmenl of biomedical
research uses in the Overlay,
5. Set fees and charges as determined lo be necessary for direct
eosls and expenses incurred by the 8oard in reviewing development
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SECTION 3. Comprehensive Plan Amendments.
The Parties rqco@#ze that it may be necessary for fhe Cities to amend their
respective Comprehensive Plans to achieve the goals of this lntgrlocal Agreement.
Each City agrees to direct its respective staff to initiate plan amendments, no later than
its next regular round of comprehensive plan amendments, as may be necessary to
establish and protect a Bioscience Research Prateotbn Overlay within 8s jurisdiction.
These proposed amendments shall include, at B minimum, amendments to lhe Future
Land Use Element and the lntergovemmehtal Coordination Element whkh pravide for:
A. The creation of a Bioscience-Research Protection Overlay which:
1. Maps the properties subject4o the Overlay.
2. Identifies permitted uses within the Overlay.
3. Identifies prohibited uses within the Overlay.
4. Contains policies protecting lands subject to the overlay from
residential or commercial development
5. Conlains pollcies providing mechanisms to coordinate planning
between local governments and ensure intergovernmental cooperation in
the development and implementatbn of the Overlay
8. A requirement for a super majority vote of the governing body to approve
conversion of land uses on property within the Bioscience Research Protection Overlay.
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SECTION 4. Financial Obllgatlons.
A. Each city will provide technldal support necessary to alluw the Board lo fully
review and make recommendations regaiding projects in their respective jurisdictions
and twill provide other technical and logistical support to the extent determined
appropriate by each city.
B. County wlU provide technical support and logistical support to the Boatd to the
extent determined appropriate by the County.
C. If agreed to by the Parties in writing ahd subject to the appropriation by each
party, the Parties may agree to fund the operation of thd Board. in whole or in part,
through annual appropriations, in amounts determined by Ure BoaM and agreed to by
each Party.
SECTlON 5. General Terms ahd Conditions.
This Agreement shall continue through March 14. 2016, but may be
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extended by written agreement of the parties.
B. Any party may withdraw from this Agreement upon 365 days' written
notice to the other parties, thereby relieving the withdrawing party of all obligations and
benefits arisind out of this Agreetnent.
C. This Agreement shall be canstrued by and governed by the laws of the
State of Florida, Venue shall be in circuit court for Palm Beach County, and each party
shall bear its own fees and costs.
D. The captions and section designations set forth herein are for
convenience only and shall have no substantive meaning.
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E. In Ihe event that any section, paragraph, sentence, clause, or provision of
this Agreement is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid. such shall not
affect the.remaining podons of this Agreement and the same shall rqmaln in full force
and effect.
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F. This Agreement represents the entire understanding between the parties,
and supersedes all other negotiations, representations, or agreement,' written or oral,
relatlng to this Agreement.
G. This Agreement may be modifled and amended only'by written Instrument
executed by the parties hereto.
H. None of the parties shall be considered the author of this Agreement since
the parties have participated in extensive negotiations and drafting. and redrafllng of this
document to arrive at a fhal Agreement. Thus, the terms of.this Agr6ement shall not be
strlctly construed against one party as opposed to another party based upon who
drafted it.
I. A copy of this Agreement shall be filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court
in and for Palm Beach County pursuant to Section 163.01 (1 1 ), Florida Statutes.
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This dmument can be signed in counterparts.
All notices given under this Agreement shall be deemed suffiobnt to each
party when delivered by United States Mail, personal delivery or 8 nationally-recognized
overnight delivery service to the following:
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Scripps Program Manager Palm Beach County
301 North Olhre Avenue, 11' Floor
West Palm Beach, Florida 33401
With a copy to:
Chief Assistant County Attorney
Palm Beach County Attorney's Office
301 North Olive Avenue, Suite 601
West Palm Beach, Florida 33401
If to Palm Beach Gardens:
City Manager
City of Palm Beach &dens
20500 N. Milltary,Trail,
Palm Beach'eaKtens, Florida 33440
With a copy to:
City Attorney
City of Palm Beach Gardens
10500 N. Military Trail
Palm Beach Qardens, Florida 3341.0
If to Jupiter:
Town Manager
Town of Jupiter
210 Military Trail
Jupiter, Florida 33458
With a copy to:
Town Attorney
Town of Jupiter
210 MilitaryCTrail
Jupiler, Florida 33458
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If to Lake Park:
Town Manager
Town of Lqke Park
535 Park Avenue
Lake Park, Florlda 33403
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With a copy to:
Town Attorney
Town of Lake Park
535 Park Avenue.
Lake Park, Florlda 33403
If to Mangonia Park:
Town Manager
Town of Mangonia Park
1755 E. Tiffany Drive
Mangonia Park, FI 33407
With a copy lo:
Town Attorney
Town of Mangonia Park
1755 E. Tiffany Drive
Mangonia Park, FI 33407
If to Riviera Beach:
City Manager
City of Riviera Beach
600 West Blue Heron Blvd.
Riviera Beach, Florida 33404
With a copy to:
City of Riviera Beach
600 West Blue Heron Blvd.
Riviera Beach, Florida 33404
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Any party may change the address to which notices shall be given to such party
upon three (3) days' prior written notice to the other parties. The effective date of any
notice given hereunder shall be the date of delivery if by personal delivery or the date of
recelpt if given by United States or overnight mail.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have aftlxed lheir signatures on the .- R.20 0 6% 6 5 12 '.
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ATTEST: PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA, BY ITS
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
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ATTEST:
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CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS,
FLORIDA
By: By: Patricia Snider, CMC, City Clerk Joseph R. Russo, Mayor
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ATTEST: TOWN QF LAKE PARK, FLORIDA
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ATTEST: TOWN OF MANGONIA PARK, FLORIDA
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ORDINANCE 3,2009
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA, AMENDING ITS COMPREHENSIVE
DEVELOPMENT PLAN TO ADOPT THE CRITERIA FOR AREAS
HIGHLY SUITABLE FOR MORE INTENSE OFFICE USES AND TO
UTILIZE THE INCREASED THRESHOLD INTENSITY SET FORTH IN
SECTION 380.0651 (3)(d)2, FLORIDA STATUTES, PROVIDING FOR A
COMPREHENSIVE TEXT AMENDMENT TO THE FUTURE LAND USE
ELEMENT, AFFECTING THE PAGINATION IN THE AMENDED
ELEMENT AND INCLUDING REVISED TEXT NECESSARY TO
UPDATE THE DATA AND ANALYSIS OF THE COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN; PROVIDING THAT THE TEXT, AS AMENDED OR REVISED,
SHALL BE SUBSTITUTED FOR AND REPLACE THE EXISTING TEXT
IN ALL AMENDED ELEMENTS; PROVIDING FOR TRANSMITTAL TO
THE STATE LAND PLANNING AGENCY; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS
CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND AUTHORITY TO CODIFY;
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
WHEREAS, on November 18, 2004, the City Council of the City of Palm Beach
Gardens authorized the staff to initiate comprehensive plan amendments necessary to
implement the City’s economic development goals and objectives; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the subject amendment is consistent with
the City’s Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the subject amendment is consistent with
Sections 163.31 84 and 163.3187, Florida Statutes; and
WHEREAS, the City Council acknowledges that this amendment is subject to the
provisions of Sections 163.31 84(9) and 163.31 89, Florida Statutes, and that the City
shall maintain compliance with all provisions thereof; and
WHEREAS, the City has received public input and participation through public
hearings before the Local Planning Agency and the City Council in accordance with
Section 163.31 81, Florida Statutes; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that adoption of this Ordinance is in
the best interest of the citizens and residents of the City of Palm Beach Gardens.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA that:
SECTION 1. The foregoing recitals are hereby affirmed and ratified.
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SECTION 2. The Future Land Use Element of the City's Comprehensive Plan is
hereby amended to read as follows (strikethroug h deletions and underline additions):
FUTURE LAND USE
GOAL 1.3.: CONTINUE TO PLAN FOR FUTURE NEEDS TO PROMOTE LlVlBLE
COMMUNITIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
FOR BIOSCIENCE USERS, TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT, AND OTHER
EFFORTS TO PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE GROWTH.
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Objective 1.3.4.: Maintain a Bioscience Research Protection Overlay (BRPO) for
the purpose of promoting Bioscience Uses and deterring the conversion of those
uses to commercial or residential uses.
Policy 1.3.4.1 .: Biosciences Uses shall be permitted and encouraged within the BRPO.
The City shall adopt by December 31, 2010 and maintain land development regulations
which encourage Bioscience Uses. The uses prohibited within the BRPO are those
uses prohibited in the underlying land use designation, excluding those uses set forth in
the Bioscience Use definition. The BRPO does not limit the uses currently allowed
consistent with the property's existing land use designation and zoning designation,
including uses allowed pursuant to planned development approvals and development of
regional impact approvals.
Policy 1.3.4.2.: The City shall encourage Bioscience Uses within the BRPO to achieve,
in coordination with the County and adjacent municipalities, a clustering of Bioscience
Uses and thus promote intellectual exchange among researchers, scientists, students,
and others in the Bioscience industry workforce.
Policy 1.3.4.3.: By December 31, 2010, the City shall adopt and maintain land
development regulations that provide incentives for Bioscience development and
encourage a predominance of Bioscience Uses to develop a cluster of the industry
within the BRPO.
Policy 1.3.4.4.: By December 31, 2010, the City shall adopt and maintain land
development regulations that do not permit rezoning of lands within the BRPO that
would eliminate Bioscience Uses without the vote of four members of the Palm Beach
Gardens City Council. The limitation on conversion of uses does not apply to permitted,
conditional, and approved uses allowed in a planned development and/or development
of regional impact. Nothing in this policy shall be interpreted to abrogate rights that
have been vested under law for uses that are not Bioscience Uses. The City land
development regulations shall establish an administrative process to review claims of
vested rights under this policy.
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Policy 1.3.4.5.: The City may designate specific areas for office use according to the
Citv’s Future Land Use Map as hiqhlv suitable for increased DRI office threshold
intensitv in accordance with Section 380.0651 (d)(2), Florida Statutes, as long as the
parcels \within such designated areas satisfv all of the following suitability criteria:
A. Parcels must be located within the Bioscience Research Protection Overlav
{BRPO)
B. Parcels designated as Commercial, Industrial, Mixed Use. or Professional
Office on the City’s Future Land Use Map;
C. Parcels must have adequate public facilities or committed public facilities
available to support the proposed development;
D. Parcels east of the Urban Growth Boundarv (UGB), adiacent to 1-95, must
have access to an arterial roadway through an immediatelv adiacent road,
and must be within one-half mile of current or proposed mass transit facilities,
including regional bus or commuter rail;
E. Sufficient parcel size to accommodate more intense office development
consistent with the intensity and densitv requirements within the Citv’s
Comprehensive Plan, and;
SECTION 3. The City Growth Management Administrator is hereby directed to
transmit the proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendment and supporting data, analysis,
and other relevant material, which is attached hereto as Exhibit A, to the Department of
Community Affairs of the State of Florida and other appropriate public agencies, and
upon adoption of this Ordinance is further directed to ensure that this Ordinance and all
other necessary documents are forwarded to the Florida Department of Community Affairs
and other agencies in accordance with Section 163.31 84(3), Florida Statutes.
SECTION 4. The effective date of this plan amendment shall be the date a final
order is issued by the Department of Community Affairs or Administration Commission
finding the amendment in compliance in accordance with Section 163.31 84(l)(b),
Florida Statutes, whichever is applicable. If a final order of noncompliance is issued by
the Administration Commission, this amendment may nevertheless be made effective
by adoption of a resolution affirming its effective status, a copy of which resolution shall
be sent to the Florida Department of Community Affairs, Division of Community
Planning, Plan Processing Team. An adopted amendment whose effective date is
delayed by law shall be considered part of the adopted plan until determined to be not in
compliance by final order of the Administration Commission. Then, it shall no longer be
part of the adopted plan unless the local government adopts a resolution affirming its
effectiveness in the manner provided by law.
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PASSED this day of , 2009, upon first reading.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of , 2009, upon
second and final reading.
CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
BY:
Eric Jablin, Mayor
Robert G. Premuroso, Councilmember
ATTEST:
BY:
Patricia Snider, CMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY
BY:
R. Max Lohman, Interim City Attorney
FOR AGAINST ABSENT
David Levy, Vice Mayor
Joseph R. Russo, Councilmember
Jody Barnett, Councilmember
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PLANNING, ZONING, AND APPEALS BOARD 0 Agenda Cover Memorandum
Advertised:
[XI Required
[ 3 Not Required
Meeting Date: January 13,2008
ANNX-07-08-000002
[ ] Operating
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SUBJECT/AGENDA ITEM
Petition: ANNX-07-08-0000002: Frenchman's Crossing PUD - Voluntary Annexatipn Request
Public Hearing & Recommendation to City Council: A request by Ms. Jennifer Tighe, of Land
Design South, on behalf of Live Oak Land Hood Road, LLC., to allow the annexation of the 10-acre
parcel generally located at the northwest corner of the intersection of Alternate A1A and Hood
Road.
[XI Recommendation to APPROVE
[ ] Recommendation to DENY
Reviewed by:
Interim City Attorney
R. Max Lohman, Esq.
Nilsa C. Zacarias, AICP
Long Range Planning
Manager I
~iilik Wong, AICP
Current Planning Manager
Growth Managem
Administrator z
Kara L. Irwin, AICP
Approved By:
Ronald M. Ferris
City Manager
Originating Dept.:
Growth Management:
Project
Manager 54
Stephen Mayer
Senior Planner
[ ] Quasi - Judicial
[XI Legislative
[XI Public Hearing
Finance:
Senioyant:
Fees Paid [ Yes ]
Funding Source:
Date: 1/2/09
Affected parties:
[XI Notified
[ ] Not Required
NA
PZAB Action:
[ 3 Approved
[ ] App. wl conditions
[ 3 Denied
[ 3 Rec. approval
[ 3 Rec. app. wl conds.
[ ] Rec. Denial
[ ] Continued to:
Attachments:
Potential Future
Annexation Map
Meeting Date: January 13,2009
ANNX-07-08-000002
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The subject petition is a voluntary annexation request for the 10-acre parcel generally located at the
northwest comer of Alternate AlA and Hood Road. The subject site is currently located within
unincorporated Palm Beach County and the existing land use is a Recreational Vehicle (RV) Park.
Please note that the subject site is identified on the City’s Potential Future Annexation Area Map
within the Comprehensive Plan (please see attached map). Concurrent to this annexation petition,
the Applicant is requesting approval for a small-scale Future Land Use Map amendment from Palm
Beach County Residential Medium-5 (5 units per acre) designation to the City of Palm Beach
Garden’s Commercial designation and approval for a Planned Unit Development (PUD). Staff
recommends approval of the subject petition.
BACKGROUND
On April 4, 1978, the Palm Beach Board of County Commissioners approved a Special Exception
for a Recreational Vehicle (RV) park on a 10-acre parcel located at the northwest comer of
Alternate A1A and Hood Road. The approved site plan consists of 120 RV staging spaces, a
sewage treatment plant, a Kampgrounds of America (KOA) building, and a recreational area.
On August 17, 2006, the City Council adopted Resolution 90, 2006, thereby approving the
concurrent processing of the annexation, Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map amendment,
and the PUD application for the subject site. Specifically, this resolution allows the following
applications to be processed concurrently:
e3 Petition ANNX-07-08-000002: A request for the City to annex the existing 10-acre RV
Park, which is located at the northwest corner of Alternate A1A and Hood Road within
unincorporated Palm Beach County.
e:+ Petition CPMA-07-08-000007: A request for a small-scale Future Land Use Map
amendment for said 10-acre parcel from a Palm Beach County Future Land Use designation
of Medium Residential-5 (Five units per acre) to a Palm Beach Gardens Commercial (C)
land-use designation with intensity/density limitations.
e3 Petition PUD-07-08-000018: A request for a PUD to allow for master plan approval of the
proposed stand-alone retail grocery store (45,600 square-feet) and two retail buildings
(1 6,600 square-feet) totaling 62,200 square-feet.
LAND USE & ZONING
‘ The subject site has a Palm Beach County Future Land Use Map designation of Medium
Residential-5 (MR-5), and a zoning designation of Agricultural Residentidspecial Exception
(AIUSE). The Applicant is proposing a Palm Beach Gardens Commercial (C) Future Land Use
Map designation with intensity/density limitations, and a Planned Unit Development (PUD)
Overlay Zoning designation with an underlying zoning designation of Commercial General (CG1).
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ANNX-07-08-000002
APPLICANT REQUEST 0 The Applicant is requesting annexation of subject site, which abuts the City on all four (4) sides.
The subject site abuts the Evergrene Planned Community Development (PCD) to the north and
west; the Florida East Coast (FEC) RailroaaAlternate A1 A followed the Frenchman’s Reserve
PCD to the east; and Hood Road followed by the Seacoast Utility Authority (SUA) facility to the
south. Please note that the subject site is identified on the City’s Potential Future Annexation Area
Map included within the Comprehensive Plan (please see attached map).
FLORIDA STATUTES
Section 171.044, Florida Statutes, includes criteria that an area being considered for voluntary
annexation shall satisfy prior to local government annexation the following requirements:
(1) The owner or owners of real property in an unincorporated area of a county which is contiguous
to a municipality and reasonably compact may petition the governing body of said municipality that
said property be annexed to the municipality.
Staff Analysis
The subject site is located within unincorporated Palm Beach County and is contiguous on all four
(4) sides to the City’s boundaries. The parcel is concentrated in a single area and would eliminate
an enclave if annexed into the City. Therefore, the proposed annexation is consistent with this
Section of the Florida Statutes.
(2) Upon determination by the governing body of the municipality that the petition bears the 0
signatures of all owners of property in the area proposed to be annexed, the governing body may, at
any regular meeting, adopt a nonemergency ordinance to annex said property and redefine the
boundary lines of the municipality to include said property. Said ordinance shall be passed after
notice of the annexation has been published at least once each week for two (2) consecutive weeks
in some newspaper in such city or town or, if no newspaper is published in said city or town, then in
a newspaper published in the same county; and if no newspaper is published in said county, then at
least three printed copies of said notice shall be posted for four (4) consecutive weeks at some
conspicuous place in said city or town. The notice shall give the ordinance number and a brief,
general description of the area proposed to be annexed. The description shall include a map clearly
showing the area and a statement that the complete legal description by metes and bounds and the
ordinance can be obtained from the office of the city clerk.
Staff A nalvsis
The City has received the signatures of all property owners in the area to be annexed. The City
notfled Palm Beach County of the potential annexation on April 16, 2007. The City will provide
Palm Beach County a notice of the advertisement for the City Council hearing, 15 days prior to the
publication date of the advertisement, as required by law.
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ANNX-07-08-000002
Section 171.046, Florida Statutes, states the following:
(1) The Legislature recognizes that enclaves can create significant problems in planning, growth
management, and service delivery, and therefore declares that it is the policy of the state to
eliminate enclaves.
Section 171.03 1 , Florida Statutes, considers enclaves as:
(b) Any unincorporated improved or developed area that is enclosed within and bounded by a
single municipality and a natural or manmade obstacle that allows the passage of vehicular traffic to
that unincorporated area only through the municipality.
Staff Analysis
The subject site is an unincorporated improved area that is enclosed by the City on the north and
west sides (Evergrene PCD), across Alternate AIA to the east (Frenchman’s Reserve), and across
Hood Road to the south (Seacoast Utility Authority Hood Road Plant). Also manmade obstacles to
the south and west (Hood Road & FECIAlternate AIA) only allow vehicular trafic to the subject
site through the City. Therefore, this parcel is considered an enclave per Florida Statutes.
URBAN SERVICES
The surrounding area is currently serviced by the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Seacoast Utility
Authority, Solid Waste Authority and Northern Palm Beach County Improvement District, all of
which will service the subject property. The proposed annexation will not pose a negative impact
on the public facilities in the area.
The annexation has been analyzed relative to the provision of adequate urban services. All service
providers have confirmed that there will be adequate capacity available for water, sewer, solid
waste, police, and fire services.
CONSISTENCY WITH THE CITY’S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The proposed annexation area is included in the City’s Potential Future Annexation Area (please
see attached map) as outlined in the City’s Comprehensive Plan.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends APPROVAL of Petition ANNX-07-08-000002 based upon the following
findings :
0 The subject annexation request is consistent with Florida Statues and the City’s
Comprehensive Plan.
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PLANNING, ZONING, AND APPEALS BOARD
Agenda Cover Memorandum
Meeting Date: January 13,2009
CPMA 07-08-000007
SUBJECT/AGENDA ITEM
Petition# CPMA 07-08-000007: Frenchman’s Crossing Future Land Use Map Amendment
Public Hearing and Recommendation to City Council: A request by Jennifer M. Tighe on
behalf of Live Oak Land Hood Road, LLC., for a small-scale Future Land Use Map amendment to
change the current Future Land Use Map designation of approximately 10-acres of land generally
located at the northwest corner of the intersection of Hood Road and Alternate AlA, fiom Palm
Beach County Medium Residential (MR-5) Future Land Use Map designation to Palm Beach
Garden’s Commercial (C) Future Land Use Map designation.
[ X 1 Recommendation to APPROVE
[ ] Recommendation to DENY
Reviewed by:
Interim City Attorney
R. Max Lohman, Esq.
Long Range Planning
Manager
Na/talie Wong, AICP
Growth Manage
Kara L. Irwin, AICP Administrator s
Approved By:
City Manager:
Ronald M. Ferris
Originating Dept.:
Growth Management:
Project Manager
5 ;Lt
Stephen Mayer
Sr. Planner
[ XI Quasi-Judicial
[ 3 Legislative
[ XI PublicHearing
Advertised:
Date: 1/2/09
Paper: Palm Beach
Post
[ X ] Required
Finance Dept.:
Senior Accountant:
By d&T
Tresha Thomas
Fees Paid:
Funding Source:
[ ] Operating
[XIOther NA
Budget Acct.#:
NA
Local Planning Agency
Action:
[ ]Approved
[ ] App. wl conditions
[ ] Denied
Rec. Approval
Rec. Approval with
conditions
Rec. Denial
Continued to:
Attachments:
0 Applicant’s
0 Existing & Proposed
Justification Statement
Future Land Use Maps
and Surveys
Report
0 Traffic LOS Analysis
0 Market Study
0 IPARC Executive
Summary
Petition CPMA-07-08-000007
Meeting date: January 13,2009
Parcel
Frenchman’s
BACKGROUND
Acreage North South East West
10.00 Evergrene Seacoast Utility Frenchman’s Reserve Evernrene
The subject site known as ‘Frenchman’s Crossing’ is located on the northwest corner of the
intersection of Hood Road and Alternate AlA and consists of a 10-acre parcel. The site is currently
unincorporated and developed as a Recreational Vehicle (RV) park. The proposed amendment to
the Future Land-Use Map involves the designation of the property from its current land-use
designation of Palm Beach County Medium Residential, five (5) units per acre (MR-5) to the land-
use designation of the Commercial (C) in the City of Palm Beach Gardens.
Crossing
On August 17, 2006, City Council adopted Resolution 90, 2006, which allowed for the concurrent
processing of a rezoning to Planned Unit Development (PUD), site plan, voluntary annexation and a
comprehensive plan amendment for the subject site, which is located within unincorporated Palm
Beach County. The annexation and site plan requests have been submitted under separate cover.
Community Authority (Residential Low) ComGunity
(Residential (Public (Residential
Medium) Institutional) Medium)
The 10-acre parcel is currently located within unincorporated Palm Beach County and the the
approved site plan consists of 120 RV staging spaces, a sewage treatment plant, a Kampgrounds of
America (KOA) building, and a recreational area. The applicant is proposing to develop the
property as a PUD with underlying General Commercial (CG-1) zoning designation to completely
demolish the existing structures on-site, and construct three buildings, totaling 62,200 square-feet.
The proposed 45,600 square-foot stand-alone retail grocery store is situated on the westernmost side
of the parcel, and the two retail buildings totaling 16,600 square-feet are located directly south of
grocery store building, fronting Hood Road.
LAND-USE COMPATIBILITY WITH SURROUNDING AREA
To the north and west is the Residential Medium (RM) Evergrene commwnity. To the south is the
Seacoast Utility Authority, designated Public Institutional (PI). To the east is Frenchman’s
Reserve, which is designated Residential Low (RL), however, a large right-of-way containing
Alternate A1A and the FEC railroad separates the Frenchman’s Reserve and the subject property.
Table 1: Surrounding Land Uses.
COMPATIBILITY WITH THE CITY’S VISION PLAN
The City’s Vision Plan serves as a land-use guide for all land-use designation changes in the City.
The Vision Plan does not designate the subject site, as it is currently unincorporated. However, the
property is an enclave that was anticipated by the Comprehensive Plan to be annexed. Therefore, it
is consistent with the intent and objective of the Vision Plan for this area.
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CONSISTENCY WITH CITY’S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The proposed Future Land Use Map amendment is consistent with many of the Goals, Objectives,
and Policies of various elements of the City’s adopted Comprehensive Plan. An example of some
of the goals, objectives and policies that are consistent with and furthered by the proposed
amendment, are listed below:
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ELEMENT
Goal 13.1.: The economic goal of the City of Palm Beach Gardens is to achieve a balance and
diversified economy which is compatible with the City’s quality built environment and
protects important natural resources.
Currently, the City’s land-use base is pre-dominantly residential (46 percent), which places a heavy
burden on residential tax payers to maintain all of the City’s level of service standards. The City of
Palm Beach Gardens continues to provide opportunities for a diversified tax base that promotes a
strong economic environment within the City that provides a job base for residents and a sustainable
economy. As part of this, sound planning practices are being implemented to strive to create
sustainability in a community, which incorporates all of the elements of living, working, playing,
and learning. The proposed land use map change will advance this goal by providing the
opportunity to increase the commercial tax base.
FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT 0 Goal 1.1.5.: Future growth, development and redevelopment shall be directed to areas
depicted on the Future Land Use Map, consistent with: sound planning principles; minimal
natural limitations; the goals, objectives, and policies contained within this Comprehensive
Plan; and the desired community character.
The land use amendment is a result of proposed infill development and the voluntary annexation
request of an enclave within the Urban Growth Boundary (UGB). The development occurs at an
underutilized corner of Hood Road and Alternate AlA, which may serve to capture some
neighborhood commercial service needs in an area made up of the Evergrene, Frechman’s
Reserve/Frenchman’s Creek and The Isles communities.
Policy 1.1.6.: The City’s economic base shall be expanded by promoting commercial and
industrial activities as planned and illustrated on the Future Land Use Map, and by ensuring
adequate sites and timely provisions of public utilities and services to stimulate such growth.
The proposed land use amendment fulfills the objective to expand the City’s economic base by
promoting commercial activities at an intersection of Hood Road and Alternate A1 A. The parcel is
located inside of the Urban Service Boundary of the City of Palm Beach Gardens and within the
service area of Seacoast Utility Authority which provides water and sewer service to the City of
Palm Beach Gardens, Juno Beach, and North Palm Beach.
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Policy 1.3.1.2.: All proposed commercial and industrial development requiring a change on
the Future Land Use Map in order to be approved shall submit a market study indicating the
economic feasibility of the development and the location advantage over existing commercial
and industrial lands.
The applicant has performed a market study evaluation (please see attached Market Study), which
indicated the need for a grocery store within the subject property’s location. In total, approximately
8,800 residential units have been built or received development approval within one-mile radius of
the site. An additional 1,754 units within East Pointe, Old Marsh, and Westward LakedGardens are
in close proximity and due to the accessibility of this site to these neighborhoods, may also provide
additional need for a grocery store within the proposed location’s primary trade area.
The most proximate commercial developments in the vicinity are the Publix anchored Abacoa plaza
and the Publix-anchored Garden Square Plaza, both located along Military Trail north and south of
the subject property. A third commercial plaza, also located along Military Trail is Donald Ross
Village and does not include a grocery store. Each of these facilities is 1.5 to 2.0 miles from the
subject site.
The applicant’s market analysis concludes that the vicinity of the subject site contains a substantial
number of dwelling units (10,554 units) within existing and planned residential communities
requiring neighborhood goods and services. Although there are eleven existing grocery stores
serving Palm Beach Gardens, the market study concludes that 64,210 square feet of existing
proximate grocery store facilities are currently supported by the primary trade area. By adding a
45,600 square foot grocery store, it is anticipated that the market capture rate will be 100%.
The ancillary commercial component of the shopping center consists of 16,600 square feet, or five
to ten local businesses. Businesses that cater toward neighborhood commercial services prefer to
locate adjacent to major grocery stores due to their customer drawing power. It is anticipated that
the proposed ancillary commercial component will be supported by the primary trade area.
HISTORICAL AND ARCHEOLOGICAL RESOURCES
No historical and/or archeological resources have been identified on site.
ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES AND LAND SUITABILITY FOR PROPOSED LAND-USE
The subject parcel is currently a Recreational Vehicle (RV) park. No native upland or wetland
habitats exist on the parcel.
LEVELS OF SERVICE
TRAFFIC
The County’s MR-5 FLU category allows up to five (5) dwelling units per acre. The maximum
development potential allowed under the existing FLU category is summarized by table 2 (on the
following page).
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Parcel
Frenchman’s Crossing -
County’s MR-5 - 10 acres
Table 2. Potential Traffic Imnact of Existing. Future Land Use
Max. Total Trips Peak-hour Trips
Densitynntensity
5 ddl acre 500 AADT* trips 57 PM peak-hour
dwelling units)
(50 single family trips
Parcel
Frenchman’s Crossing -
Commercial - 10 acres
The maximum development potential that is allowed under the proposed FLU category of
Commercial is outlined in table 3 (below). The maximum reasonable use of the land is determined
to be medical office, as it is reasonable to assume two stories (457,000 square feet). Although
commercial retail generates a greater traffic impact per square foot, it is not reasonable to assume
two (2) stories of retail. Based on the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) manual, the net
number of trips generated was highest utilizing medical office.
Max. Total Trips Peak-Hour Trips
Densityantensity *
457,000 S.F. 14,860 AADT** 1,165 PM peak-hour
Medical Office trips trips
under current
500 AADT* trips
*based on Medical Office at .35 lot coverage, two stories
**Average Annual Daily Traffic
under proposed
14,860 AADT* +14,360 AADT*
Table 4 (below) analyzes the net impact of the maximum utilization of the proposed and existing
future land use designations.
57 PM peak-hour
trips
Table 4. Net I1
Parcel
trips trips
1,165 PM peak-
hour trips hour trips
+1,108 PM peak-
Frenchman’s Crossing
- 10 acres
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External Trips I External Trips I Net Change
The trip generation analysis reflects that there will be a net INCREASE of 14,360 external trips.
This potential net increase if the site were to be redeveloped to the maximum density would up to
17.8 percent of the roadway capacity on the site access to Military Trail segment of Hood Road.
The largest impact is to the site access to Alternate A1A segment of Hood Road. Under this
scenario, the Future Land Use change would result in City facilities failing in the 2025 traffic
conditions. The maximum intensity of the land use could not be supported by our Comprehensive
Plan. Accordingly, the number of trips is required to be deed restricted, as done for the parcels that
were part of the City’s Forbearance Agreement.
The applicant is proposing to restrict through covenant the maximum intensity to 152,46 1 S.F. of
general commercial, or the equivalent number of net trips. As demonstrated on table 5 (on the
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following page), the proposed deed restriction to the property may potentially generate a maximum
of 5,648 AADT trips and 528 PM Peak Hour trips
Frenchman’s Crossing
Table 5. Net Impact of Future Land Use Change of proposed restriction I Parcel I External Trips 1 External Trips I Net Change
under current under restriction
500 AADT* trips 5,648 AADT* 5,148 AADT* trips I 528 PM peak-hour I trips 471 PMpeak-hour
- 10 Acres 57 PM peak-hour trips
The deed restriction on the subject property limits the impact on the site to Military Trail segment of
Hood Road to 6.3 percent of the LOS capacity and the segment no longer fails under the 2025
condition. The proposed development restriction of the fbture land use request of Commercial does
not significantly impact any City facilities that do not meet current and future level of service.
SANITARY SEWER
The site is currently served by Seacoast Utility Authority. No improvements or expansions to the
potable waste system are needed by this land use change.
POTABLE WATER
The site is currently served by Seacoast Utility Authority. No improvements or expansions to the
potable water system are needed by this land use change.
DRAINAGE
The Frenchman’s Crossing development is located in Basin E4 of the Northern Palm Beach County
Improvement District’s (NPBCID) Unit of Development No.2. Drainage for the subject property
will be handled through a series of inlets and culverts that will flow into on-site detention areas and
exfiltration systems.
SOLID WASTE
The change will not affect the solid waste generation. No improvements or expansions to the solid
waste disposal system are needed by this change.
CONCLUSION OF LEVEL OF SERVICE ANALYSIS
The applicant has demonstrated to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and staff that the proposed
Future Land Use Category of Commercial meets the level of service standards established in the
City’s Comprehensive Plan. Copies of the level of service analysis were forwarded to the City’s
Police, Fire and Community Service’s Departments. To date, the Growth Management Department
has received response letters from the City’s Fire and Police Departments stating that the proposed
future land use change will not negatively impact the levels of service of said Departments. The
applicant has provided letters from Waste Management and Seacoast Utilities stating there are
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adequate capacities to service the proposed development at their respective adopted levels of
Therefore, the petitioner’s analysis demonstrates that there will be no direct, adverse impacts on the
adopted Level of Service (LOS) standards for water, sewer, solid waste police and fire services,
and traffic.
NEARBY LOCAL GOVERNMENT COMMENTS/OBJECTIONS
Staff provided the Palm Beach County Intergovernmental Plan Amendment Review Committee
(IPARC) notice on April 16,2007. IPARC has reviewed the proposed amendment and has raised no
objections to date. Because the applicant is no longer requesting Mixed Use and is now requesting a
Commercial fbture land use designation, staff has recently provided IPARC an updated notice due
to the change in the applicant’s request in April 2007.
STAFF ANALYSIS
The proposed Future Land Use map designation of Commercial (C) is compatible with the adjacent
properties and with the City’s Comprehensive Plan. The changes will provide commercial
development at an intersection of a collector and an arterial road. The location of commercial uses
adjacent to the FEC railroad and the arterial Alternate A1A provides an appropriate transition to
the residential uses to the west and north. The traffic statement indicates that the proposed change
with the deed restriction will not result in substantial traffic impacts to existing or future level of
service. Also, the analysis demonstrates that there will be no direct, adverse impacts on the adopted
Level of Service (LOS) standards for water, sewer, solid waste police and fire services, and traffic.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends APPROVAL of the proposed Future Land Use Map amendment Petition
CPMA-07-08-000007.
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FRENCHMAN’S CROSSING FUTURE LAND USE PLAN AMENDMENT
REPORTS
1. Size of the site in acres or fractions thereof.
Evergrene (Residential Medium)
Hood Road
Alternate A1A
Evergrene (Residential Medium)
+I-10.0 acres
2. Description of existing land uses (not designations) of subject property and surrounding
properties.
3. A narrative which summarizes:
a. The maximum allowable development under the existing designation for the site;
The subject property has a Palm Beach County Future Land Use designation
of Medium Residential 5 (maximum five dwelling units per acre). In
accordance with Table 2.1-1 of the Future Land Use Element of the Palm
Beach County Comprehensive Plan, the subject site meets the minimum size
of five acres to be developed as a Planned Development. Therefore, the +/-
10.0-acre site could be developed with 50 dwelling units.
b. The maximum allowable development under the proposed designation for the site.
The proposed Future Land Use Plan designation for the +/-10.0-acre site is
Commercial (C). The proposed zoning designation for the +/-10.0-acre
property is General Commercial District (CG-1).
Based upon the maximum land allocation and maximum lot coverage
depicted in Section 1.1 of the City of Palm Beach Gardens Comprehensive
Plan (see Item 4 below), the maximum development potential would be
152,460 square feet of commercial land use activities. The applicant reserves
the right to have less than maximum development potential at the time of site
plan approval.
2101 Centrepark West Drive, Suite 100 I West Palm Beach, Florida 33409 I 561-478-8501 FAX 561-478-5012
1100 St. Lucie West Blvd., Suite 202 I Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986 I 772-871-7778 FAX 772-871-9992
c. A description of the proposed use and information on its compatibility with the
surrounding area.
The applicant intends to develop a commercial development, which will
incorporate retail uses.
To the north and west of the subject property is Evergrene PUD, which has a
zoning designation of Planned Community District Overlay (PCD) and a
Future Land Use designation of Residential Medium (RM). The proposed
commercial development will be designed in such a manner that is consistent
with the character of the adjacent development.
To the south, across Hood Road, is the Seacoast Utility Authority Water
Treatment Plant, which currently contains a zoning designation of
Publichnstitutional (Ph) and a Future Land Use designation of Public (P).
The required parkway buffer on the south side of the subject property
coupled with the Hood Road right-of-way will allow for a development that is
consistent with the existing water treatment plant.
To the east of the subject property, across Alternate A-1-A, is Frenchman's
Reserve PUD, which currently contains a zoning designation of Planned
Development Area (PDA) and a Future Land Use designation of Residential
Low (RL). The proposed commercial development will be designed in such a
manner that it is consistent with the character of the adjacent development.
4. A statement of justification or reason for the proposed land use amendment, which is
based on the physical characteristics of the site, the impact on public facilities and
services, and the policies of the City.
The proposed amendment site is located at the northwest corner of Hood Road and
Alternate A-1-A. The subject property currently has a Palm Beach County Land
Use designation of Medium Residential 5 (up to 5 dwelling units per acre, refer to
attachment F). The applicant is requesting to amend the current Land Use
designation to a Palm Beach Gardens Future Land Use Designation of Commercial
(C), concurrent with the Annexation of the subject site into the City of Palm Beach
Gardens.
The parcel has frontage along Hood Road and is bounded on the east property line
by the F.E.C. railroad and the EPB-3 canal. The Palm Beach Gardens
Comprehensive Plan states the following minimum criteria for sites designated as
Commercial developments.
The C designation is intended to accommodate a wide range of retail and general
commercial uses. It is a site-speclfc designation that depicts existing commercial
uses and proposes future commercial areas at primary intersections. The specific
regulations and uses associated with development within the areas designated C will
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be determined during the zoning of the properties. Commercial land use activities
will belimited in intensity to maximum lot coverage of 35% of the site and a
maximum building height of 50 feet. The land development regulations may further
restrict intensities.
The developer shall abide by the land development regulations for Commercial
Developments. The proposed development meets all of the above referenced
criteria and contains a maximum lot coverage of 35%, consistent with the
requirements of the C land use designation.
5. A description of the availability of and demand on public facilities, indicating the
proposal’s impact on established level of service standards: sanitary sewer, potable
water, traffic circulation, solid waste, drainage, recreation and open space. (NOTE: The
most dense or intensive use allowed under the land use category should be analyzed for
its impact on facilities and services.)
The availability of and demand on public facilities has been analyzed based on the
“maximum allowable development” as referenced in Question 4, above. The
projected demand based upon existing density assumes the current permitted
Planned Unit Development density of 5 dwelling units per acre.
Traffic Circulation
Land Design South Traffic Division has analyzed traffic circulation. The analysis
was has been included with this application. Per the traffic analysis the existing
land use generates 500 gross daily trips, the proposed land use will generate 4,957
gross daily trips. This will represent an additional 4,457 gross daily trip. (Refer to
Attachment E).
Sanitary Sewer
Facilities Serving the Site, Current LOS, and LOS Standard
Sanitary Sewer Services are available by the Seacoast Utility Authority. A copy
of the letter indicating their ability to service this site was submitted.
Average annual daily sanitary sewage flow level of service standard: 107 gallons
per City resident per day
Peak month, average day sanitary sewage flow level of service standard: 118
gallons per City resident per day
Minimum sanitary sewage treatment plant capacity level of service standard:
118 gallons per City resident per day
Proiected LOS under Existing Designation
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Current Palm Beach County Future Land Use designation of Medium
Residential 5 (5 dwelling units per acre) allows a maximum density of five
dwelling units per acre.
(10.0 acres) x (5 du/acre) x (2.35 persons/du) x (107 gal/person/day) =
12,573 gaYday
Projected LOS under Proposed Palm Beach Gardens Future Land Use Commercial
IC) Design ation
The proposed development for the subject property is as follows:
0 62,200 square feet Commercial
Therefore, the projected LOS under the proposed designation is as follows:
Commercial
(62,200 sf) x (0.1 gal/sf/day) = 6,220 gaYday
Total
6,220 gaYday -
Potable Water
Facilities Serving the Site, Current LOS, and LOS Standard
Potable Water services are available by the Seacoast Utility Authority. A copy of
the letter indicating their ability to service this site is attached.
Average potable water level of service standard: 191 gallons per City resident per
day
Peak 24-hour potable water consumption level of service standard: 258 gallons
per City resident per day
Minimum potable water tredtment plant capacity level of service standard: 258
gallons per City resident per day
Minimum potable water storage capacity level of service standard of 34.4 gallons
per City resident per day
Projected LOS under Existing Designation
Current Palm Beach County Future Land Use designation of Medium Residential
5 (5 dwelling units per acre) allows a maximum density of five dwelling units per
acre.
(10.0 acres) x (5 du/acre) x (2.35 personddu) x (191 gal/person/day) =
22,443 gaYday
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Projected LOS under Proposed Palm Beach Gardens Future Land Use Commercial
IC) Designation
The proposed development for the subject property is as follows:
62,200 square feet Commercial
Therefore, the projected LOS under the proposed designation is as follows:
Commercial
(62,200 sf) x (0.1 gal/sf/day) = 6,220 gaYday
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6,220 gaYday
Drainape
Pursuant to Policy 4.1.1.3 of the Comprehensive Plan,
The level of service standard @OS) for new development will be to have the
finished floor above the flooding from a 100-year, 3-day storm with zero
discharge, or as permitted by SFWMD, including conveyance and
retentioddetention designed for a 3 day/25-year storm for developments
greater than or equal to ten (10) acres or for a 1 day/25-year storm for
developments less than ten (10) acres in size. Additionally, the LOS for new
development shall require that off-site discharges are limited to historic
(predevelopment) discharges and retentioddetention requirements shall be the
first 1" of run-off or 2.5 inches x the percent of impervious area for the
project, whichever is greater, if wet storage is utilized and 75% of wet
detention, if dry storage is utilized. All of the above shall be in accordance
with SFWMD Rules and Regulations, Basis of Review for Environmental
Resource Permit (EM) Applications. The LOS for redevelopment shall
conform with the requirements for new development. The minimum LOS for
existing development shall be a surface water management system that
protects existing finished floor elevations from flooding during a l-day/lOO-
year storm.
A drainage statement has been included with the submittal, which describes the
site's ability to meet this requirement. (Refer to attachment I).
Solid Waste
The Solid Waste Management will provide solid Waste collection. The site will in no
way conflict with the City's goals in regards to solid waste management. A
statement has been provided from the Waste Management regarding their ability to
meet the demands of the site.
Facilities Serving the Site, Current LOS, and LOS Standard
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The current LOS as outlined in the Comprehensive Plan is 7.13 pounds per capita
per day, twice per week.
Projected LOS under Existing Desinnation
Current Palm Beach County Future Land Use designation of Medium Residential
5 (5 dwelling units per acre) allows a maximum density of five dwelling units per
acre.
(10.0 acres) x (5 du/acre) x (2.35 persons/du) x (7.13 Ibs/person/day) =
837.78 Ibs/day
Projected LOS under Proposed Palm Beach Gardens Future Land Use Commercial
IC) Designation
The proposed development for the subject property is as follows:
0 62,200 square feet Commercial
Therefore, the projected LOS under the proposed designation is as follows:
Commercial
(62,200 sf) x (5.5 Ibs./sq.ft./year/365 daydyear) = 937.26 Ibs/day
Total
937.26 lbs/day -
Solid Waste within Palm Beach Gardens is provided bv an independent contractor.
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Improvementdkxpansions already programmed or needed as a result of the proposed
amendment
Recreation and Open Space
Facilities Serving the Site, Current LOS, and LOS Standard
The City’s Comprehensive Plan provides for the following standards:
Recreation and Open Space LOS - 3.7 acres per 1,000 residents
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2011- 194.49 acres required / 212.37 acres available
2016- 204.27 acres required / 212.37 acres available
All site plans will maintain the required Open Space through meeting the
development regulations for the site.
Projected LOS under Existing Designation
Current Palm Beach County Future Land Use designation of Medium Residential
5 (5 dwelling units per acre) allows a maximum density of five dwelling units per
acre.
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(10.0 acres) x (5 du/acre) x (2.35 persons/du) x (3.7 acres/1,000 persons) =
0.43 acres
Projected LOS under Proposed Palm Beach Gardens Future Land Commercial (Cl
Designation
The proposed development for the subject property is as follows:
0 62,200 square feet Commercial
Therefore, due to the proposed development consisting of only Commercial uses,
open space has not been calculated. However the CG1 Zoning designation
requires 15% or 1.5 acres of open space on the property. The proposed
development plan contains approximately 5.03-acres of open space, which will
adequately meet the requirement.
6. Analysis of the character of any vacant lands in order to determine suitability for use
including:
The site does not contain any vacant lands; the proposed site is a redevelopment
project of an existing site.
7. Analysis of the relationship of the amendment to the population projections:
Population projections (indicate year)
Relationship of amendment to analysis (included in the plan-9J-5.006 (2)(c)) of the
amount of land needed to accommodate the projected population
The City’s Comprehensive Plan estimates that the population of the City will reach
52,565 by 2011 and 55,210 by 2016.
The proposed Future Land Use Plan designation of C does not permit any
residential uses; thus the proposed project will have no impact to the population
estimates of the City.
8. Whether the development (if it provides housing) is proposed to meet the housing needs
of the anticipated populations.
The proposed commercial development does not provide housing.
9. Hurricane evacuation re-analysis based on the proposed amendment, considering the
number of persons requiring evacuation, availability of hurricane shelter spaces, and
evacuation routes and times.
The subject property is not located within a Traffic Evacuation Zone as described
within the Coastal Management Element of the Comprehensive Plan. The primae
shelter for this subject site will be the William T. Dwyer High School, which has a
capacity for 2,000 people.
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Whether the proposed amendment affects beach accessibility.
The proposed amendment will not affect beach accessibility.
Whether the site contains habitat for species listed by federal, state or local agencies as
endangered, threatened or species of special concern. (Identify the species and show the
habitat location on a map.)
Please see Environmental Assessment, attachment C.
Whether the proposed amendment affects adjacent local governments.
The applicant is also applying for voluntary annexation into the City of Palm Beach
Gardens concurrent with the Future Land Use Plan Map Amendment application.
Whether the amendment is based on the annual monitoring and evaluation review of the
Capital Improvements Element.
The proposed amendment is not based on the annual monitoring and evaluation
review of the Capital Improvements Element.
Capital Improvements re-analysis, if the amendment relates to the schedule of capital
improvements.
The proposed amendment does not relate to the schedule of capital improvements.
If the proposal is for commercial, industrial or mixed-use land use, a market study
demonstrating the economic feasibility of the development and the locational advantage
over existing non-residential lands is required consistent with Policy 1.1.6.2. (NOTE:
See Policy 1.1.6.4 also.)
Please see submitted Market Study, attachment D.
Information regarding the compatibility of the proposed land use amendment with the
future land use element goals, objectives and policies, and those of other affected
elements. (NOTE: This should include a list of all goals, objectives and policies, which
are consistent with and furthered by this proposed amendment.)
All the goals, objectives and policies, which are consistent with and furthered by the
proposed amendment, are listed below. Items are not listed if they do not apply to the
plan amendment, e.g. where time-certain action was required by the City.
FUTURE LAND USE GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
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i Goal 1.1 , Objective 1.1.1 , Policies through 1.1.1.8 . . .require maintenance, where
necessary, of the City’s land development regulations in order to implement the
Comprehensive Plan
The site will be designed in compliance with the City’s adopted land development
regulations.
Goal 1.1, Objective 1.1.3, Policies 1.1.3.1 through 1.1.3.2 require development and
redevelopment permits to be issued only in areas where suitable topography and soil
conditions exist to support such development.
The site is a redevelopment project and has no objectionable soil conditions or
topography as shown in the Environmental Report (Attachment C)
Goal 1.1 , Objective 1.1.4, Policies 1.1.4.1 through 1.1.4.5 . . :required adequate public
facilities are available to service the proposed development
No signijkant changes to the adopted level of services are projected to occur as a result
of the development of this project. No changes to the Capital Improvements Element are
required in order to service this development.
Goal 1.1, Objective 1.1.5, Policies 1.1 S.5 through 1.1 S.6 . . .requires future growth to be
directed to areas as depicted on the Future Land Use map, consistent with sound planning
principals, natural limitations, the Comprehensive Plan, and desired community
character.
The proposed development will incorporate the applicable land development regulations.
TRANSPORTATION GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
Goal 2.1, Objective 2.1.1, Policy 2.1.1.3 ... requires the City to review all proposed
developments for consistency with the Goals, Objectives and Policies of this Plan,
including consistency with the traffic circulation plans and the level of service standards.
The impact of traffic generated by a proposed project on the roadway network within and
serving the City shall be measured based on project build out by phased and on the radius
of development influence shown on Table 2F.
Please refer to the traflc analysis provided by Juan Ortega, LDS Transportation
Division, which analyzes the traflc effect this project will have on the road network.
HOUSING GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
Goal3.1, Objective3.1.1,Policies3.1.1.1,3.1.1.3. 8~3.1.1.4 ... requirethecitytoassist
the private sector in meeting the housing needs of the anticipated populations of the City
by encouraging a variety of housing types, costs and sizes.
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The proposed development is commercial and does not provide a housing element.
INFRASTRUCTURE GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
Goal 4.A.1, Objective 4.A.1.1, Policies 4.A.1.1.1, through 4.A.1.1.5 ... requires all
submittals for development to obtain a statement of available capacity &om Seacoast
Utility Authority prior to site-plan approval. The issuance of building permits will require
an \executed developer agreement with Seacoast Utility Authority and a certificate of
occupancy will not be issued prior to acceptance by Seacoast Utility Authority of the
sanitary sewer facilities which service the buildings.
The project will obtain proper approvals from Seacoast Utility Authority at the
prescribed time.
Goal 4.D. 1, Objective 4.D. 1.1, Policies 4.D. 1.1.6 . . .The City shall not approve
development permits, which approved, would cause potable water facilities servicing the
City to operate at levels below the levels of service standards established in Policies
4.D.1.1.1 through4.D.1.1.5
Approval of the Plan amendment will not reduce the levels of service below the
established standards.
EVALUATION AND APPRAISAL REPORT
Major Issue 2: Diversify land uses for future development, infill and redevelopment for the
eastern portion of the City - implement Policies that further a sustainable community.
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. . .There continues to be an opportunity for renewal and revitalization of areas located by
the railroads. . .
The proposed development parcel is located adjacent to the FEC railway and proposed
to redevelop the existing property to provide commercial neighborhood serving retail
uses.
A description of the effect on the Comprehensive Plan elements, indicating specific
changes or modifications that will be needed for internal consistency.
The map change requested will not require any text changes to the Comprehensive
Plan elements.
Copies of prior development approvals, including development order conditions.
There is no prior development approvals issued by the City of Palm Beach Gardens
for the subject property. Please note that the subject property is being considered
.for voluntary annexation into the City concurrent with the proposed Future Land
Use Element.
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19. Relationship of the proposal to the Evaluation and Appraisal Report, if applicable.
There is no relationship between the proposal and the Evaluation and Appraisal
Report.
20. A listing entitled “consistency of the Local Comprehensive Plan with the State
Comprehensive Plan” prepared pursuant to Rule 95-5.021(4), FAC.
Not applicable.
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CITY PALM BEACH GARDENS
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION
Planning and Zoning Division
Growth Management Department
CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
10500 North Military Trail
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
(561) 799-4243 Fax (561) 799-4281
- Planned Community Development (PCD)
- Planned Unit Development (PUD)
- Amendment to PCD, PUD or Site Plan
- Conditional Use
- Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan
- Administrative Approval - Miscellaneous
- Administrative Appeal - Other
- x Annexation
- Rezoning
- Site Plan Review
- Concurrency Certificate
- Time Extension
Date Submitted: August 15, 2008 Project Name: Frenchman’s Crossing
owner: Live Land Oak LLC Address: Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
4063 Hood Road
Applicant (if not Owner):
Applicant’s Address: Telephone No.
Agent: Land Design South
Contact Person: Jennifer M. Tighe ’ E-Mail: j tighealanddesignsouth. corn
Agent’s Telephone Number: 561-478-8501 Fax Number: 56 1 - 4 7 8 - 50 12
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
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Petition Number:
Fees Received
Application $ Engineering $
Receipt Number:
Date & Time Received
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Architect: Wiener and Associates Phone Number: 56 1-75 0 - 411 1
Engineer: Caulf ield and Wheeler Phone Number: 561-392-1991
Planner: Land Design south Phone Number: 56 1-478 - 8 501
Landscape Architect: Land Design South Phone Number: 561-478-6501
Site Information: Note: Petitioners shall submit electronic digital files of
approved projects. See attachment for details.
General Location: NwC Corner of Hood Road and Alternate A1A
Address: 4063 Hood Road
Section: 36 Township: 41 Range: 42
Property Control Number(s): 00 - 4 2 -4 1 - 3 6 - 0 0 - 00 0 - 103 0
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Acreage: 10.00 Current Zoning: (pBc) Requested Zoning: CG-l pm (PBG)
Flood Zone
Current Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation: MR5 (PBC)
Existing Land Use: MR5 (PBC) Requested Land Use: C (PBG)
Proposed Use(s) i.e. hotel, single family residence, etc.:
Base Flood Elevation (BFE) - to be indicated on site plan
Proposed Square Footage by Use: Retail = 62,200 S . F.
Proposed Number and Type of Dwelling Unit(s) i.e. single family, multifamily, etc. (if applicable):
Justification
Information concerning all requests (attach additional sheets if needed.)
{Section 78-46, Application Procedures, Land Development Regulations)
1. Explain the nature of fie request: Please see the attached Justification Statement.
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2. What will be the impact of the proposed change on the surrounding area?
Please see the attached Justification Statement.
3. Describe how the rezoning request complies with the City’s Vision Plan and the following elements
of the City’s Comprehensive Plan - Future Land Use, Transportation, Housing, Infrastructure, Coastal
Management, Conservation, Recreation and Open space, Intergovernmental Coordination and Capital
Improvement.
Please see the attached Justification Statement
4. How does the proposed project comply with City requirements for preservation of natural resources
and native vegetation (Section 78-30 1, Land Development Regulations)?
Please see the attached Justification Statement.
5. How will the proposed project comply with City requirements for Art in Public Places (Chapter 78-
26 1, Land Development Regulations)?
Please see the attached Justification Statement
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NO, APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUBMITTED TO THE APPLICABLE AGENCIES
Date received:
Legal Description of the Subiect Property
(Attach additional sheets if needed)
Or see attached deed for legal description.
Please refer to attached survey for Legal Description.
Location
The subject property is located approximately 0 mile(s) from the intersection of Hood Road and
Alternate A1A , on the 2 north, -east, -south 9- xwest side of the intersection
(streedroad).
Applicant's Certification
I/We affirm and certify that Ywe understand and will comply with the land development regulations of
the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. I/WE further certify that the statements or diagrams made on
any paper or plans submitted herewith are true to the best of my/our knowledge and belief. Further,
I/we understand that this application, attachments, and application filing fees become a part of the
official records of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, and are not returnable.
Applicant is:
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Fax Number
E-Mail Address
Statement of Ownership and Designation of Authorized Apent
Before me, the undersigned authority, personally appeared --as p/) I a. iddnd ,
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1. That he/she is the fee simple title owner of the property described in the attached
Approval of Annexation, Rezoning,
Comprehensive Plan Amendment,Site Plan,
Legal Description.
2. That he/she is requesting and Concurrency in the
City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
3. That helshe has appointed Land Design South to act
as authorized agent on hisher behalf to accomplish the above project.
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SOLID WASTE SOLUTIONS
October I, 2007
Ms. Marie Jean
Land Design South
2101 Centrepark West Dr Suite #IO0
West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Re: Solid Waste and Recycling Collection Services ._
Frenchmans Crossing I Service Area 1 - 00 42 41 36 00 000 1030
Dear Ms. Jean,
Please be advised that collection service will be provided for residents of the above proposed
residential complex which will be located in unincorporated Palm Beach County District 1.
Waste Management is the franchised hauler for this Service Area and residents should contact
our office at 697-2700 or 1-866-792-4636 (toll-free) any time they have a question or concern
with their collection services.
Please let us know if you need additional information. It is our pleasure to assist you.
Sincerely,
Rich Kurz
Field Service Manager
Customer Information Services
Cc: L. Stacey, SWA
A. Howard, SWA
J. Howard, SWA
7501 North Jog Road, West Palm Beach, Florida 33412 (561) 640-4000 Fax (561) 640-3400
Customer information Services: (561) 697-2700 South and West County: 1-866-792-4636
FRENCHMAN’S CROSSING
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT - TRAFFIC STUDY
Prepared for:
LIVE OAK LAND HOOD ROAD, LLC
Prepared by:
LAND DESIGN SOUTH
2101 Centrepark West Dr., #loo
West Palm Beach, FL 33409
(561) 478-8501 - Fax (561) 478-5012
www.landdesignsouth.com
Juan F. Ortega, P.E., Ph.D.
Florida Registration No. 63422
Engineering Business No. 27550
July 21,2008
Revised October 22,2008
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................ 1
CURRENT FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION .................................................... 2
PROPOSED FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION .................................................. 4
TRAFFIC IMPACT ....................................................................................................... 6
Maximum Intensity ................................................................................................. 8
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Proposed Intensity ................................................................................................... 6
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TRIP DISTRIBUTION AND ASSIGNMENT ............................................................. 9
TRAFFIC ANALYSIS ................................................................................................ 11
a . Existing Conditions (2008) ................................................................................... 11
Test 2 - Five Year Analysis (2013) ...................................................................... 14
Long Range Analysis (2025) ................................................................................ 19
VI1 . MASS TRANSIT DATA AND ANALYSIS .............................................................. 22
Mass Transit Provider ........................................................................................... 22
Nearest Mass Transit Facility ............................................................................... 22
Commuter Rail Connection .................................................................................. 22
VI11 . CONCLUSION ............................................................................................................ 23
Appendix A: Boundary Survey & PBC PAPA Information
Appendix B: 2008 Link Counts
Appendix C: PBC Committed Traffic
Appendix D: 2025 MPO Volumes
Appendix E: Mass Transit
Appendix F: Response to PBG Comments - 10-08-08
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TABLE PAGE
Table 1: Trip Generation Rates and Equations ....................................................................... 2
Table 2: Trip Generation . Current Future Land Use ............................................................. 2
Table 3: Trip Generation . Existing Development ................................................................. 3
Table 4: Trip Generation Rates and Equations -MaximurdProposed Designation ............... 4
Table 5: Trip Generation . Maximum Intensity ..................................................................... 4
Table 6: Trip Generation . Proposed Intensity ....................................................................... 5
Table 7: Traffic Impact- Proposed Intensity (2008 and Test 2 Analyses) ............................ 6
Table 8: Traffic Impact . Proposed Intensity (2025 Analyses) .............................................. 6
Table 9: Traffic Impact . Maximum Intensity (2008 and Test 2 Analyses) .......................... 8
Table 10: Traffic Impact . Maximum Intensity (2025 Analyses) .......................................... 8
Table 11: Level of Service-Existing Conditions . Proposed Intensity ................................. 12
Table 12: Level of Service-Existing Conditions . Maximum Intensity ................................ 13
Table 13: Test 2 . Five Year Analysis Significance . Proposed Intensity ........................... 16
Table 14: Test 2 . 2013 Link Analysis . AM Peak Hour . Proposed Intensity .................... 17
Table 15: Test 2 . 2013 Link Analysis . PM Peak Hour . Proposed Intensity ..................... 17
Table 16: Test 2 . Five Year Analysis Significance -Maximum Intensity .......................... 18
Table 17: Level of Service . 2025 Conditions . Proposed Intensity .................................... 20
Table 18: Level of Service . 2025 Conditions . Maximum Intensity .................................. 21
FIGURE PAGE
Figure 1 : Parcel Location . Aerial View ................................................................................ 1
Figure 2: 2008 Daily Volumes ................................................................................................ 7
Figwe 3: Trip Distrhtion .................................................................................................... 10
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I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION 0
There is a proposal for a land use change of 10.00 acres located on the northwest corner
of Hood Road and Alternate A1A (SR 81 1). The property is currently designated as MR-
5 (Medium Residential, 5 units per acre). A land use change amendment from the
unincorporated Palm Beach County (PBC) current MR-5 to Palm Beach Gardens C
(Commercial) is being requested. Appendix A includes a copy of the boundary survey
for the site as well as information from the PBC Property Appraiser's Office. Parcel
Control Number for this property is 00-42-41-36-00-000-1030. Figure 1 shows an aerial
location of the site in relation to the transportation network.
Figure 1: Parcel Location - Aerial View
Land Design South (LDS) has been retained to evaluate the traffic impact for the
proposed Land Use designation. The purpose of this analysis is to evaluate the traffic
impact of the proposed land use change to deternine cnmp!iar?ce with the 2908 PBC -
Future Land Use Atlas (FLUA) Amendment Application. This analysis includes
Existing Conditions (2008), Test 2 - Five Year Analysis (2013), and Long Range
Analysis (2025).
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II. CURRENT FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION
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Current Future Land Use
The property is currently retains a PBC Future Land Use designation of MR-5 (Medium
Residential, 5 units per acre) this allows a maximum of 50 Dwelling Units (DU). The
AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour
In Out Total In Out Total
site is currently occupied by a campgroundRV facility. Project trip generation rates
available from the PBC Trip Generation Rates, June 9, 2008, and the ITE Trip
Generation 7th edition, were used to determine the project trip generation under the
Current Land Use and the Existing Development. Table 1 shows the rates used in order
to determine the trip generation for Daily, AM, and PM peak hour conditions.
Single Family Detached 210 10 25% 75% 0.70Ln(X)+9.43 T= Ln(T)= 63% 37% 0.90 Ln(X)+0.53
Land Use Intenslty
I Existing Development I I Ill Ill
AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour Daily
In out Total In out Total
Table 2 summarizes Daily, AM and PM peak trip generation potential under the Current
Future Land Use designation.
Single Family Detached 50 DU 500 11 33 44 36 21 57
Net Trips
' Source: Approved PBC project # 070322 -Yvonne Ziel Consultants Inc., Aug 2006. Updated Daily rate per PBC letter of
comments dated September 25,2008.
500 I1 33 , 44 36 21 57
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Table 3 summarizes the net Daily, AM, and PM peak trips generated by the Existing
Development. According to the 2008 FLUA Amendment Application - Attachment G,
Requirement, net trips for active existing conditions can be credited towards the proposed
land use.
There is an existing 107-RV' park on the site. The net Daily, AM and PM trips
potentially generated due to the existing development are 306, 21, and 40 trips
respectively
Table 3: Trip Generation - Existing Development
According to Table 2 and Table 3, there is a potential of generating more trips under the
Current Future Land Use (50 DU), than under the Existing Development (107 Camp
Sites).
' See Appendix A for Property Appraiser information for this site.
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111. PROPOSED FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION
There is a proposal to change the current Future Land Use to Commer ial Use, the
maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) under this designation is 0.35. Based on the proposed
designation and zoning regulations (three story maximum) from Palm Beach Gardens, the
Maximum Intensity for the site would be for a 457,000 SF Medical Office.
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Code Land Use
Trip Generation rates, included in Table 4, were determined based on the PBC - Trip
Generation Rates, June 9,2008.
AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour Daily In Out Total In Out Total
Table 4: Trip Generation Rates and Eqriations -Maximum/Proposed Designation
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Medical Office
General Commercial
Ln(T)=
Ln(T)= Ln(T)=
720 36.13 79% 21% 2.48 27% 73% 0.93+LnX)+1.47
820 0.64*Ln +5.87 61% 39% 1.03 48% 52% 0.66+Ln(X)+3,40
AM Peak Hour Land Use Intenslty Daily I Out Total In
Medical Office 457,000SF 16,511 895 238 1,133
Table 5 summarizes Daily, AM and PM peak hour tips potentially generated under the
Maximum Intensity; while Table 6 summarizes the tips potentially generated under the
Proposed Intensity.
PM Peak Aonr
In Out Total
350 945 1,295
Pass-By
Medical Office 10% 1,651 90 23 113 35 95 130
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14,860 805 215 1,020 315 850 1,165
AM Peak Hour
In Out Total
Land Use Intensity Daily PM PeakHour
In Out Total
General Commercial 152,461 SF I 8,842 I 96 I 61 I 157 I 397 I 430 I 827
Based on the proposed designation and zoning regulations (three story maximum) from
Palm Beach Gardens, the maximum density and intensity would be for a 457,000 SF
Medical Office. However, the owner is proposing to limit the site to 152,461 SF of
General Commercial development or the equivalent number of net trips.
Pass-By
’ Pass-by Percent = 94.49 - 11.61 Ln(A); where A is 1,000 SF of leasable area.
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Net Trips 5,648 61 39 100 254 274 528
IV. TRAFFIC IMPACT
Future Laud Use Designation
Existing
Pronosed
a. Proposed Intensity
AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour Daily -
306 9 12 21 28 12 40
5.648 61 39 100 254 274 528
In Out Total In Out Total
Table 7 and Table 8 show that the Proposed Intensity will have an increase on the Daily,
AM and PM peak hour traffic.
Future Land Use Designation AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour DaUy
In I Out I Total I In I Out I Total
I Net Trips I 5,342 I 52 I 27 I 79 I 226 I 262 I 488
Current
Proposed
500 11 33 44 36 21 57
5,648 61 39 100 254 274 528
Net Trim 5,148
Given the net trip generation characteristics from Table 7 and Table 8, for Existing
Conditions (2008) and for Long Range Analysis (2025), according to FLUE Policy 3.5-
d of the Comprehensive Plan, a 2-mile Radius of Development Influence (RDI) needs to
be considered for traffic impact analysis for the Proposed Intensity. Figure 2 shows 2008
daily volumes within a 2-mile RDI. Appendix B includes 2008 link counts provided by
PBC - Traffic Division.
50 6 56 218 253 471
Pmthemme, pursuaxit to the Test 2 - Five Year Anaiysis (2013) requirements and
according to the ULDC. Article 12 - Chapter B, Section 2.B, based on the peak hour trips
from Table 7 and Table 8, a 2-mile RDI needs to be considered for traffic impact analysis
for the Proposed Intensity.
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Table 9 and Table 10 show that the Maximum Intensity will have an increase on the
Daily, AM and PM peak hour traffic.
Table 9: Traffic Impact - Maximum Intensity (2008 and Test 2 Analyses) .
Future Land Use Designation
Existing
Net Trips
AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour
14,554 I 796 I 203 I 999 I 287 I 838 I 1,125
Table 10: Traffic Impact - Maximum Intensity (2025 Analyses)
Future Land Use Daignrtfon
Current
Maximum
Net Trips
AM Perk Hour PM Peak Hour
14,860 805 215 1,020 315 850 1,165
14,360 794 182 976 279 829 1,108
Given the net trip generation characteristics from Table 9 and Table 10, for Existing
Conditions (2008) and for Long Range Analysis (2025), according to FLUE Policv 3.5-
d of the Commehensive Plan, a 4-mile Radius of Development Influence (RDI) needs to
be considered for traffic impact analysis for the Maximum Intensity.
Furthermore, pursuant to the Test 2 - Five Year Analysis (2013) requirements and
according to the ULDC, Article 12 - Chapter B. Section 2.B, based on the peak hour trips
from Table 9 and Table 10, a 4-mile RDI needs to be considered for traffic impact
analysis for the Maximum Intensity.
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0 V. TRIP DISTRIBUTION AND ASSIGNMENT
Trip distribution and assignment incorporates the characteristics of the proposed
maximum density, intensity, and the surrounding network configuration. Figure 3
includes project trip distribution on all roadway links included within 2-mile RDI for the
proposed land use'.
' The Distribution and assignment for this project follows the pattern suggested for PBC Project # 080121, Frenchman's Crossing -
Land Use Amendment - LUPA, as referenced in letter provided by PBC on January 24,2008. Distribution and assignment was
agreed upon at the October 10,2008 meeting attended by Land Design South, City and County representatives.
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This section evaluates three traffic scenarios for the proposed land use change under the
Proposed and Maximum Intensity: Existing Conditions (2008)’ Test 2 - Five Year
Analysis (2013) and Long Range Analysis (2025).
a. Existing Conditions (2008)
Table 11 presents a summary of the net project traffic added to existing traffic volumes
for all roadway links included within the 2-mile RDI during Daily conditions for the
Proposed Intensity. While, Table 12 shows the net project traffic added to existing traffic
volumes for all roadway links included within a 2-mile RDI during Daily conditions for
the Maximum Intensity. Appendix B includes 2008 link counts provided by PBC -
Traffic Division.
Net project traffic was added and compared to Level of Service (LOS) ‘D’ for Existing
Conditions (2008). Table 11 shows that all significantly impacted links within the 2-
mile l2DI meet the adopted LOS ‘D’ in 2008 for the Proposed Intensity. Table 12 shows
that PGA Blvd between 1-95 and SR-811 has a significant impact and do not meet LOS
‘D’ in 2008 for the Maximum Intensity.
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Test 2 directs to compare the peak hour bidirectional traffic volumes on each significant
Link to the thresholds in Table 12.B.2.C-4, 2A: LOS E Link Service Volumes. If total
traffic is equal to or lower than the thresholds, the project shall pass. Table 13 determines
these significance levels for the Proposed Intensity.
According to Table 12.b.2.D-7 3A from the PBC Traffic Performance Standards - Article
- 12 of the PBC Unified Land Development Code and given the trip generation
characteristics from Table 7, a 2-mile RDI needs to be considered for Test 2 traffic
impact analysis of the Proposed Intensity. Likewise, according to Table 9, a 4-mile RDI
needs to be considered for the Maximum Intensity. Note that the owner is proposing to
limit the site to 152,461 SF of General Commercial development or the equivalent
number of net trips. To this end, the Test 2 traffic impact analysis of the Maximum
Intensity has been prepared for a 2-mile RDI only.
Links included within the RDI with more than three percent (3%) of the adopted LOS
thresholds and links outside the RDI where net trips are greater than five percent (5%), as
defined in Table 12.B.C-4 2A: LOS E Link Service Volumes. Peak Hour Traffic; two-
way volume threshold, shall meet the adopted LOS.
Link analyses shall be camed out at the end of the fifth year of the Florida Department of
Transportation (FDOT) Five-Year Transportation Improvement Promam in effect at the
time of traffic analysis submittal. The road network assumed in this analysis shall be the
existing road network, and, State and County Five-Year Road Program improvements
with cnnst~-!~ctinn scheduled tn commexe hefnre the end ef ?he Five-Year ma!psis
period. At the time of this submittal, PBC - Five-Year Transportation Improvement
Program adopted on November 20,2007 does not show any schedule construction on any
of the links included within the study area.
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Net project traffic was added and compared to LOS ‘E’ for existing and assured lanes.
Table 13 determines the significance level for the Proposed Intensity and shows that three
(3) links on Hood Road between Military Trial and Prosperity Farms Road have a
significant impact with more than three percent (3%) for the adopted LOS threshold in
2013. Table 14 shows AM two-way analysis while Table 15 does the same for PM
conditions. All links having a significant impact meet LOS ‘E’ in 2013 for the Proposed
Intensity. Historic growth rates published by PBC- Traffic Division are included in
Appendix B. Approved project traffic from major projects within the RDI is included in
Appendix C.
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Table 16 determines the significance level for the Maximum Intensity within a 2-mile
RDI. Further analysis need to be carried on to confirm whether the subject links meet
LOS ‘E’ in 2013 or not. The property owner is proposing to limit the site to 152,461 SF
of General Commercial development or the equivalent number of net trips.
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Table 17 provides 2025 traffic projections from PBC - MPO added to net project traffic
to all roadway links included within the RDI during Daily conditions for the Proposed
Intensity. Likewise, Table 18 does the same for the Maximum Intensity. 2025 traffic
forecast volumes provided by PBC - MPO are included in Appendix D.
Based on the FLUA - 2025 Transuortation System for PBC Highway Comuonent, net
traffic was added and compared to LOS ‘D’ for existing and proposed lanes. Table 17
shows that all significantly impacted links within the RDI meet the adopted LOS ‘D’ in
2025 for the Proposed Intensity. Table 18 shows that the following links have a
significant impact and do not meet LOS ‘D’ in 2025 for the Maximum Intensity within a
2-mile RDI:
+ Donald Ross Rd, between SR-8 1 1 and Prosperity Farms Rd
+ PGA Blvd, between 1-95 and Prosperity Farms Rd
+ SR-8 1 1, between PGA Blvd and Hood Rd
+ SR-8 1 1, between Donald Ross Rd and Toney Penna Dr
--+ Prosperity Farms Rd between Florida Blvd and Flamingo Rd
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This section identifies the mass transit provider for the property, the location of the
nearest bus shelters or stops from the subject property, and the connections to the Tri-
County Commuter Rail Feeder Bus Route.
a. Mass Transit Provider
The Palm Beach County Transit Authority (Palm Tran) provides service 0.35 Miles west
of the property. Appendix E includes a copy of the Palm Tran system map in the project
surrounding area.
b. Nearest Mass Transit Facility
Bus Route 10 runs along Military Trail. Maps depicting this route are included in
Appendix E.
C. Commuter Rail Connection
Route 10 provides connecting service to the Mangonia Tri-Rail station via Routes 3 and
31.
The proposed land use change is consistent with both the mass transit element from the
2008 FLUA Amendment Aplication and The Comprehensive Plan - Transportation
Element.
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VIII. CONCLUSION
The 10.0 acres located on the northwest corner of Hood Road and AlA (SR 811) have
been evaluated to determine compliance with the PBC - Comprehensive Plan. Based on
the proposed designation and zoning regulations from Palm Beach Gardens, the most
intense use under the proposed Land Use will be for a 457,000 SF Medical Office.
However, the property owner is proposing a limitation on the site to 152,461 SF (0.35
FAR) of General Commercial development or the equivalent number of net trips.
Consequently, the proposed development is requesting a land use change which would
allow a maximum 152,461 SF of General Commercial development or the equivalent
number of net trips. This would be expected to generate a maximum of 5,648 additional
external Daily trips.
Under the Proposed Intensity, the Frenchman's Crossing property meets the LOS
established for Existing Conditions (2008), the Test 2 - Five Year Analysis (2013) as
well as the Long Range Analysis (2025) traffic conditions and is in compliance with the
2008 FLUA Amendment Application - Mass Transit Element and the Comprehensive
Plan - Transportation Element.
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Appendix A: Boundary Survey & PBC PAPA Information
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Sales Date Book/Page Price Sale Tvpe Owner
Nov-2007 22251/1062 $4,250,000 WARRANTY DEED LIVE OAK LAND HOOD ROAD LLC
- Property Information
Location Address: 4063 HOOD RD
Municipality: UNINCORPORATED
Subdivision :
Parcel Control Number: 00-42-41-36-00-000-1030
Official Records Book: 22251 Page: 1062 Date: Sale Nov-2007
36-41-42, E 660 FT OF S 660 FTOF TH PT OF NE 1/4 LYG W OF FEC RY R/W Leaal Description: a HOOD RD
Owner Information
Name: LIVE OAK LAND HOOD ROAD LLC
Mailing Address: 2101 CENlTREPARK WEST DR STE 100
WEST PALM BEACH FL 33409
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Tax Year:
Improvement Value:
Land Value:
Total Market Value:
Use Code: 2800 Description: PKG LT / MH PK
1 Property Information
Number of Units: 107
*Total Square Feet: 2572 I Acres: 10
* in residential properties may indicate living area.
Assessed and Taxable Values
Assessed Va I ue:
Tax Values
Tax Ysar:
Ad Valorem:
Non Ad Valorem:
Total Tax:
Tax Collector WebSite
NOTE: Lower the top and bottom margins to 0.25 on File->Page Setup menu option in the browser to print the
detail on one page.
httn :liwww.ubc g;ov.compapa/aspxlwebletailjnfo. aspx'?p_entity=O0424 i 3 600G00 i G30&geonav=Y &sty.. . 7i22i2008
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PBC Committed Traffic on Hood Road between N Military Trail and Old Dixie Highway
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Appendix F: Response to PBG Comments - 10-08-08
1. The transportation consultant must meet with McMahon and Masoud Atefi of the Palm Beach County
Traffic Division to determine the distribution and assignment for this project.
[LDS->] ne Distribution and assignment for this project was agreed upon at the October 8, 2008 meeting
attended by Land Design South, City and County representatives.
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2. The number of campsites identified in the trip generation tables is not consistent with the information
from the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser Office. Please clarify.
[LDS->] Trafic Impact Analysis has been revised accordingly to match number of units form PBC
Property Appraiser ’s Public Access System (PAPA).
3. The City’s proposed future land use designation cites a maximum 35 percent lot coverage. This is not
a floor to area ratio. The City has confirmed that the zoning will permit a three story maximum. So the
maximum square footage permitted under the Commercial designation should be approximately
457,000 square feet of medical office. The analysis must be revised accordingly.
[LDS->] Trafic Impact Analysis has been revised accordingly.
4. The analysis must provide trip generation analysis for the “proposed” development that is identified in
the application. The report only provides analyses for the current, current future and maximum
proposed square footage intensity.
[LDS->] Trafic Impact Analysis has been revised accordingly.
5. The analysis must provide capacity analysis for the “proposed” development that is identified in the
application. The report only provides analysis for the maximum proposed square footage intensity.
[LDS->] Trafic Impact Analysis has been revised accordingly.
6. The vehicle trips associated with the current future land use designation cannot be subtracted from
those of the proposed future land use designation for the 2008 analysis. What can be subtracted are the
trips associated with any existing land uses on the site. The analysis must be revised accordingly.
[LDS->] Trafic Impact Analysis has been revised accordingly.
7. The number of lanes for PGA Boulevard between 1-95 and Alternate A1A is 6 lanes, not 8 lanes.
8. The committed development spreadsheet from Palm Beach County must clearly indicate which
segment is being referred to by identifying the link segment endpoints. The sheets included in the
appendix only identify one endpoint and a midpoint.
[LDS->] Trafic Impact Analysis has been revised accordingly.
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EXECUTIVE orricr
October 3,2007
Seacoast Utility Authority
FAX 478-5012
Mr. Joseph TAonek
1,und Design South
2101 C!entrepark W. Dr., Suite 1OO
Wksi fiTm-B-Gdi Fr3340Y
Re: Hood Road Property - Northwest C!orner Hood Road & Alternate AlA,
Dear Mr. Lelonek:
The referenced project lies within the water and sewer seivice area of SeacoasL 1 Jtility Authority.
This will confirm the current status of water and wastewater capacity and commitmenls for
Seacoast Utility Authority (Million Chllons Ycr Day):
Committed and This
Capacity 111 lJse Project Balance
Water 19.70 17.363 -027 2.3 IO
Sewer 12.00 7.808 ,022 4.170
Water and sewer medir will only he given For the ERCs that were previously paid.
sinceroly,
SEACOAST UTILITY AUTHORITY
Dee Gilcs
Developer Agreement Coordinator
4200 Hood Road, Palm Beach Qardons, Floridn 33410-2198
Phone: Customer Scwico (561) 827-2020 I Executive Office (561) 623-2900 / FAX (561) 624-2839
www.si1a.com
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INTRODUCTION
A. Purpose
The purpose of this sti is to analyze the m rket potential of a 10 acre neighborhood
d at the northwest corner of Hood Road and Alternate A-1-A, within
The study utilizes City of Palm Beach Gardens Comprehensive Ptan, Evaluation and
Appraisal Report, and published city land use data, along with commercial inventories, and a
cot’nmee:fal space multiplier a’s the basis to generate conclusions regarding the market potential
of the subject site in a manner to support the proposed Commercial FLUM amendwent
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Square in shape, with appraximately 660 feet of frontage along
Hood Road, and approximately 660 feet of frontage along the
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Ilent, with frontage on a major easf-west collector roadway.
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5. Description of the Vicfnity
1. Land Use Patterns
The vicinity of the subject site, is essentially developed; principalfy large-scale residential
communities, Among the large-scale residential communities in ‘the vicinity, including those fully
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(45,000 sq. R) was recently completed at Donald Ross Road and Military Trail, although no
grocery Store is included. Each of these facilities is located I .5 to 2.0 miles from the subject site.
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From this analysis, it is concluded that the vicinity of the subject site contains a
substantial number of existing and planned residential cummuniti6s mquiring neighborhood
goods and services. Further, the subject site is well positloned to provide a facility which meets
the needs of neighboring residential communities.
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For the purposes of amendment, the subject site commercial yield is defined
as a neighborhood facility consisting of a 45,600 sq. ft. Publix grocery store and 16,600 sq. ft. of
ancillary neighborhood commercial space.
Neighborhood-scale facilities, including grocery stores, normally serve residents and
businesses within a 1 ;5 to 3.0-mile radius trade area (Le. primary market area). A revitiw af the
locaflons of eximing
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comprising 73% of the total proposed space, is a free-standing Publix store.
fo be appropriate since the pvlnclpal tenant,
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space projections. Calculations of supportable grocery store space are presented in
Table I.
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An inventory was completed of commercial facilities within and proximate to the primary
trade area containing a grocery stare (i.e. facilities whose primary trade areas fully or partially
include the City Palm Beach Gardens). Existing commercial facilities are located on MAP 3.
The results of inventory are presented in TABLE 2, indicating a total of eleven grocery stores
including Poblix stums), Winn Dtxie (2 sfo
t (1 store). Project name, stare size, in square.feel, and year built
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INV OF EXISTING GRO RY STORES
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The ancillary commercial component of the proposed neighborhood shopping center
consists of 16,600 sq. ft, of space; normally enough space to accommodate 5 to 10 local
his firm indicates that the fallowirlg businesses
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MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS
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2008 81,672 109,810
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volumes, thus assuring accees to market demand throughout the primary trade area.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY FOR COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT
Date: April 16,2007
Reference #: Petition: CP-04-12
Petition: AX-04-02
GENERAL INFORMATION
Initiating Local Government: City of Palm Beach Gardens
Contact Person: Brad Wiseman. PlanninP Manager
Address:
.. TelephoneLFax: - - . - - .- - .
10500 N. Military Trail, PBG 33410
J561)799-4235 - / (561)799-4281
ApplicantIAgent : Land Design South, Agent
Telephonemas [sal) 478-8501 / Fax: (561) 478-5012
PROPOSED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT
General Summary of Amendments:
A request for anannexation into the.Citv and, a small-scale Future Land Use Map Amendment to
change the land-use. designation of an appro.ximately 10-acre parcel of 1,and located at the
northwest corner of Alternate A1A and Hood Road, fiom a Palm Beach County Medium-
Residential-5 (MR-5) land-use designation to a Palm Beach Gardens Mixed Use (MXD) land-
use designation. The land use will be limited to the proposed development plan of 9,9 16 square
feet of retail. 5.700 square-feet of restaurant. 13,276 square,feet of office, and 71 dwelling units.
amendments relating to traffic circulation or the roadway networks
amendments relating to affordable housing
Amendments related to the following elements:
traffic circulation
mass transit
ports and aviation
housing
infrastructure
coastal management
conservation
recreation and open space
intergovernmental coordination
capital improvements
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Isproposed change a Development of Regional Impact? No.
Comprehensive Plan Chaitge Processing:
DateflirneLocation Scheduled for Local Planning Agency Public Hearing:
May 22. 2007, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 10500 N. Military Trail. Palm
Beach Gardens, Florida 33410.
Ratd'imeLLocation Scheduled for Governing Body Public Hearing:
June 21.2007 (tentative) at 7:OO p.m. in the Council Chambers at 10500 N. Military Trail, Palm
Beach Gardens, Florida 33410. First Reading
July 19. 2007 tentative) at 7:OO p.m. in the Council Chambers at 10500 N. Military Trail, Palm
Beach Gardens. Florida 33410. Second Reading
Scheduled Date for Transmittal to DCA: July 19,2007 (tentative)
April 16, 2007
Anna Yeskey
Interlocal Plan Amendment Review Committee
9835-16 Lake Worth Road
Suite 223
Lake Worth, FL 33467
. . RE: .Petition CP-04-12
Petition AX-04-02
Dear Ms. Yeskey:
Enclosed is an IPARC notice for the proposed Small-Scale Future Land Use Map
Amendment and annexation for your review.
*:* Petition CP-04-12: A request for a small-scale Future Land Use amendment for
said IO-acre parcel from a Palm Beach County land-use designation of Medium
Residential-5 (Five units per acre) to a Palm Beach Gardens Mixed Use (MXD)
land-use designation.
*:* Petition AX-04-02: A request for the City to annex the existing IO-acre RV Park,
which is located at the northwest corner of Alternate AIA and Hood Road within
unincorporated Palm Beach County.
If we may provide additional information, or if you have any questions, please contact
me at (561) 799-4235 or the above address.
Since re1 y ,
Brad Wiseman
Planning Manager
CC: Palm Beach County Planning & Zoning
Palm Beach County School District
provide guidance to property owners and developers of Mixed Use Developments.
1. Key design elements to consider are: compatibility with the existing architectural
character of the neighborhood; providing continuity of building scale and
architectural massing; transitioning to adjacent developments; providing detailing
treatment of the street-level and upper-level architecture; and using buildings to
define public spaces such as plazas, other open spaces and public parking. Where
there are multiple buildings in the Mixed Use Development, the structure should
be of varying heights to create visual interest from the street.
2. Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) shall be utilized to
minimize opportunities for crime and to increase public safety.
3. The site and buildings shall be designed to provide direct and safe access between
the site and adjacent land uses in order to provide convenient and pleasant
pedestrian connectivity, and the site and building shall be built to a human scale
for pedestrian access, safety and comfort.
4. Open space shall be accessible to the public. In addition, the open space areas
should be surrounded by attractively designed buildings and landscaping elements
as well as uses that effectively shape and energize the open space so as to create a
focal point for activity. The location and design of open space is critical to ensure
quality of open space.
Special Definitions:
The Neighborhood Commercial land use component shall be used for community-
serving retail, service, office and business uses.
The Residential High and land use component in Mixed Use Development projects
shall have a maximum density of 15 units/acre as a bonus for consideration of
planned, multi-faceted development. The area allocated for Residential Low land and
Residential High land shall not exceed the 60% limitation, inclusive of both
residential types.
The Employment Center land use component shall be used for corporate offices,
research and educational facilities, light industry, hotels, warehousing, and similar
uses. Employment Center lots shall generally be grouped together.
The Open Space and Residential Low land use components are defined as set forth in
the Future Land Use Element, with the exception of special land allocation, lot
coverage and height requirements specified for Non-Residential Mixed Use
Developments.
C. General Mixed Use Land Use Component Intensity Measures for Non-Residential Mixed Use
Developments.
Land Use Components Land Allocation Lot Coverage Height
Open Space Min. 15%
Commercial Recreation Min. 0% Max. 50% Max. 4 FL
Commercial Min. 0% Max. 50% Max. 4 FL
Max. 30%
Max. 60%
Industrial
Institutional
Min. 0% Max. 60% Max. 4 FL
Max. 60%
Min. 0% Max. 50% Max. 4 FL
Max. 60%
Professional Office Min. 2% Max. 70% Max. 4 FL
Max. 60%
In order to ensure the combination of commercial uses within a Mixed Use Development will
create an aesthetically pleasing and livable environment, the following criteria provide the
guidance to property owners and developers of Mixed Use Developments.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Key design elements to consider are: compatibility with the existing architectural
character of the surrounding neighborhood; providing continuity of building scale
and architectural massing; transitioning to adjacent developments; providing
detailed treatment of the street-level and upper-level architecture; and using
buildings to define public spaces such as plazas, other open spaces and public
parking. Where there are multiple buildings in a Mixed Use Development, the
structure should be of varying heights to create visual interest from the street.
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) shall be utilized, and
encouraged to minimize opportunities for crime and to increase public safety.
The site and buildings shall be designed to provide direct and safe access between
the site and adjacent land uses in order to provide convenient and pleasant
pedestrian connectivity, and the site and building shall be built to a human scale
for pedestrian access, safety and comfort.
Open space shall be accessible to the public. In addition, the open space areas
should be surrounded by attractively designed buildings and landscaping elements
as well as uses that effectively shape ane energize the open space so as to create a
focal point for activity. The location and design of open space is critical to ensure
quality of open space.
Special Definitions:
Land Uses components such as Open Space, Commercial, Professional Office,
Residential High and Residential Low are defined as set forth in the Future Land Use
Element, with the exception of special land allocation, lot coverage and height
requirements specified for Non-Residential Mixed Use Developments.
The individual uses, buildings and/or development within Mixed Use Developments
shall include interconnecting pedestrian ways and plazas and shall provide
connections to the Parkway System. Non-residential uses shall have an internalized
relationship with the residential component and multi-modal accessibility.
D. General Mixed Use Land Use Component Intensity Measures for Bioscience Mixed Use
Developments:
A Bioscience MXD shall include at a minimum, Open Space and Bioscience uses. Uses within
a Bioscience MXD shall be located to encourage clustering for the purposes of scientific and
economically productive exchange among researchers, scientists, administrators, students and
others involved in the Bioscience industries. At least a portion of the Bioscience MXD shall be
located within the City’s designated Bioscience Research Protection Overlay. A Bioscience
MXD shall be desimed to: create an urban, pedestrian-oriented environment; provide for a mix
of uses such as commercial, transportation, office, laboratory research, educational and
residential uses for the daily needs of the residences and workforce; and encourage walking
biking, and other modes of non-vehicular transportation to reduce the need for local vehicular
traffic.
Land Use Component Land Allocation Lot Coverage HeiEht
Open Space Min. 15%
Commercial Min. 2% Max. 70% Max. 4 FL
Min. 30%
Residential High Min. 0% Max. 50% Max. 4 FL
Max. 60%
Residential Low Min. 0% Max. 50% Max. 3 FL
Max. 60%
Employment Center Min. 2% Max. 70% Max. 4FL*
Max. 60%
* The height limit for employment buildings located within the Bioscience Research Protection
Overlay may be waived by City Council.
In order to ensure that the combination of bioscience, residential and commercial uses within the
Bioscience MXD will create an aesthetically pleasing and livable environment, the following
criteria provide guidance to property owners and developers of Mixed Use Developments.
1. The individual uses, buildings, andor development pods within the MXD
development shall include interconnecting pedestrian ways and plazas and shall
provide connections to the Parkway System. Nonresidential uses shall have an
internalized relationship with the residential component and multimodal
accessibility.
2. The project shall provide adequate opportunity for multimodal transportation
alternatives for residents and employees within the MXD.
3. Open space shall be accessible to the public. In addition, the open space areas
should be surrounded by attractively designed buildings and landscaping elements
as well as uses that effectively shape and energize the open space so as to create a
focal point for activity. The location and design of open space is critical to ensure
quality of open space.
Special Definitions:
The Commercial land use component shall be used for retail, personal service, office
and business uses.
The Residential High and land use component in Mixed Use Development projects
shall have a maximum density of 15 units/acre as a bonus for consideration of
planned, multi-faceted development.
The Employment Center land use component shall be used for bioscience technology
research and development, laboratories, corporate offices, research and educational
facilities, light industry, hotels, warehousing, and similar uses. Employment Center
lots shall generally be grouped topether.
CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
PLANNING, ZONING AND APPEALS BOARD
Agenda Cover Memorandum
Meeting Date: January 13,2009
PPUD-07-08-000018
SUBJECT/AGENDA ITEM
Petitions: PPUD-07-08-000018: Frenchman’s Crossing
Public Hearing & Recommendation to City Council: A request by Jennifer M. Tighe on behalf of Live Oak
Land Hood Road, LLC, for rezoning to a Planned Unit Development (PUD) Overlay with underlying
General Commercial (CG-1) zoning district and a site plan approval to allow the development of a 45,600
square-foot retail grocery store and 16,600 square feet of general commercial uses on-site. The ten-acre
parcel is located on the northwest comer of Hood Road and Alternate A1 A.
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[ X ] Recommendation to APPROVE with four (4) waivers and conditions of approval
[ ] Recommendation to DENY
Reviewed by:
Interim City Attorney:
R. Max Lohman
Growth Management
I, Y
Kary L. Irwin, AICP
Approved By:
City Manager:
~
Ronald M. Ferris
~~ Originating Dept.:
Project
Manage
Richard
Senior Planner
Manager
Planning
[XI Quasi - Judicial
[ ] Legislative
[XI Public Hearing
Advertised:
Date: January 2,2009
Paper: Palm Beach Post
[XI Required
[ ] NotRequired
Affected Parties:
[XI Notified
[ ] NotRequired
FINANCE:
Finance
Administrator:
Allan Owens
NIA
Senior Accountant:
TreshiThomas
Fees Paid: [ X 3 Yes
Budget Acct.#:
NIA
PZAB Action:
[ ] Rec. approval
[ ] Rec. app. wl conds.
[ ] Rec. Denial
[ ] Public Workshop
[ ] Continued to:
~ Attachments:
0 Project Narrative
0 PBCTraffic
concurrency letter
0 Resolution 90,2006
with attachments
0 Development Plans
0 Color Renderings
0 Project Application
0 Applicant’s waiver
justification
0 Letter of support
from Evergrene
HOA
Meeting Date: January 13,2009
Petitions: PPUD-07-08-000018
BACKGROUND
On August 17,2006, City Council adopted Resolution 90,2006, which allowed for the concurrent processing
of a rezoning to PUD, voluntary annexation and a comprehensive plan amendment for the subject site, which
is located within unincorporated Palm Beach County. The annexation and comprehensive plan amendment
requests have been submitted under separate cover.
The ten-acre parcel is currently located within unincorporated Palm Beach County and the existing use is the
KOA Recreational Vehicle (RV) Park. The applicant is proposing to develop the property as a PUD with
underlying General Commercial (CG-1) zoning designation to allow for a 45,600 square-foot retail grocery
store and 16,600 square feet of general commercial uses on-site
LAND USE & ZONING
The site currently has a Palm Beach County zoning designation of Agricultural ResidentiaYSpecial
Exception (ARISE) and-a Future Land Use of Medium Residential-5 (MR-5). The site is currently occupied
by a campground/RV facility, as allowed per special exception approved by Palm Beach County on April 4,
1978. The applicant is requesting approval to rezone to a Planned Unit Development (PUD) Overlay/General
Commercial (CG-1) underlying zoning district. The zoning and land-use designations of adjacent properties
are as follows:
ZONING CLASSIFICATIONS AND LAND-USE DESIGNATIONS
North & West
Evergrene PCD
(Public/ Institutional)
FEC Railroad & Alternate A1A
It is staffs professional opinion that the proposed zoning of Planned Unit Development (PUD) with an
underlying General Commercial (CG-1) zoning designation is consistent and compatible with the adjacent
zoning designations surrounding the property. Furthermore, the requested zoning designation is consistent
with the proposed Future Land Use (FLU) of Commercial (C).
TRAFFIC CONCURRENCY
On October 28,2008, Palm Beach County Traffic Engineering approved the project for 20,000 square feet of
general commercial and a 45, 600 square-foot supermarket (please see attached letter). On November 19,
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2008, the City issued traffic concurrency for the project with a build-out date of December 31, 2013. The
proposed development will result in an increase of 80 new a.m. trips and 347 new p.m. trips. A condition of
approval regarding the monitoring and possible extension of the westbound left-turn lane on Hood Road was
recommended by the City’s traffic consultant (please see conditions of approval).
PROJECT DETAIL3
The current petition proposes to completely demolish the existing structures on-site and construct three (3)
buildings. The proposed 45,600 square-foot stand-alone retail grocery store is situated on the northeast side
of the parcel and the two (2) retail buildings are located directly south of grocery store building, fronting
Hood Road.
Site Access
The proposed site plan provides for one (1) vehicular ingresdegress located at the southwest comer of the
site along Hood Road. The existing median cut located on Hood Road will allow for a left-turn entrance only
into the site. A right-turn ingress lane has also been provided on the site plan. Pedestrians and bicycles may
access the site via the eight (8) and twelve-foot wide pedestrian pathways that are located within the %-foot
parkway buffer on the south side of the property.
Architecture
The retail grocery store building (“Building A”) will incorporate four-sided architecture; varied roof
elements and a Mediterranean theme (please see attached architectural elevations). The proposed one-story
retail grocery store building is accentuated with varied roof lines that give a two-story appearance, decorative
medallions, and the use of decorative tile work and banding.
The two (2) one-story retail buildings (“Buildings B and C”) are located on the southern side of the subject
site and incorporate the same design elements as the grocery store building. The buildings feature decorative
tile, medallions, awnings, and varied roof lines. The design of the two (2) retail buildings have provided for a
central plaza area between the buildings where the applicant proposes to locate the Art In Public Places
(AIPP) requirement. It is staffs professional opinion that the proposed quality design of the buildings and
location of the public art, in connection with the 55-foot parkway buffer requirement, will provide for a
beautihl vista to passersby and pedestrians.
Simage
The applicant is requesting two (2) waivers to the City’s signage regulations (please see waiver section). The
applicant is proposing three (3) flat wall signs for the retail grocery store building. The second waiver request
is to allow tenants located within the retail buildings the ability to have two (2) flat wall signs per tenant
space or bay. The applicant has identified potential locations for a monument sign and wall signage. Staff is
requiring a condition of approval that the applicant submit a comprehensive signage package prior to
scheduling the petition for City Council (please see conditions of approval).
Landscaping and Buffers
The proposed landscape plan provides for a total of 21,290 landscape points, whereas 11,077 landscape
points are required. The landscape plans provide for landscaping the perimeter buffers, parkway buffers,
streetscape, and entry to the site. The landscape materials will include trees, palms, shrubs, and groundcover.
It is important to note that the applicant has provided the majority of the excess landscaping adjacent to the
neighboring residential community to the west to further supplement the buffers that are being provided. It is
important to note that the proposed landscape plan meets all of the Code requirements and no waivers are 0
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being requested.
Parking and Loadina Zones
City Code Section 78-345, Table 33, requires that shopping centers provide one (1) parking space per 200
square feet of gross floor area. Based on the proposed gross square footage of all the buildings on-site
(62,200 square feet), 3 1 1 vehicular parking spaces are required. The applicant has provided 3 1 1 vehicular
parking spaces throughout the site, consistent with the City Code requirements. Nine (9) of the 31 1 spaces
will be handicap accessible and three (3) loading spaces will be provided on-site. The applicant has requested
3 waiver from City Code Section 78-344(e) to allow for the elimination of wheel stops for all non-parallel
vehicular parking spaces (please see waiver section).
The three (3) loading spaces are located on the east side of the parcel. Two (2) spaces are located at the rear
of the retail grocery store building and connect to a partially enclosed loading dock, in an effort to hrther
reduce noise and the aesthetics associated with loading areas. The third loading space is located east and
adjacent to Building “Cy’ and is screened from Hood Road by an eight-foot wall.
Site Drainaae
The Frenchman’s Crossing development is located in Basin E4 of the Northern Palm Beach County
Improvement District’s (NPBCID) Unit of Development N0.2. Drainage for the subject property will be
handled through a series of inlets and culverts that will flow into on-site detention areas and exfiltration
systems.
Environmental 0 The site is currently operating as an RV park. No upland or wetland habitats exist on the parcel.
CPTED Comuliance
Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED) is a branch of situational crime prevention that
maintains the basic premise that the physical environment can be designed or managed to produce behavioral
effects that will reduce the incident and fear of crime. The Police Department has reviewed the site plan for
the subject property, and has provided staff with several comments pertaining to security on-site and
adherence to the CPTED principles. These comments will be included in the development order as
conditions of approval.
Ligh ting
The applicant has submitted a photometric plan consistent with the City Code Section 78-1 82.
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Code Section
WAIVER REOUESTS
The applicant is requesting the following four (4) waivers:
RequiredIAUowed Provided
Section 78-285
24:
Permanent
Signs
Three (3)
flat/wall signs
for the principal
structure
One (1) flat/wall sign per
principal tenanvprincipal
structure
Section 78-344
(e)
7- I I
No wheel-stops
curbed parking
maces
One (l) wheel-stop provided for non- required for all non-
parallel parking spaces
Section 78-285
Table 24:
Permanent
Signs
I I
Two (2) flat/wall
space or bay
One (1) flathall sign Per signs per tenant tenant space or bay
I Section 78-153 I I 43' average
2:
residential
zoning district
regulations
height between
on west and
south facades
Maximum building height peaks and
of 36 feet
WaivedDeviation
Two (2)
additional
flatlwall signs
No wheel-stops
provided for
non-curbed
parking spaces
One (1)
additional
flat/wall sign per
tenant space or
bay
Increase of
seven (7) feet
between peaks
and eaves on
west and south
facades
Recommendation
Approval (1)
Approval (2)
Approval (3)
Approval (4)
WAIVER CRITERIA
Section 78-158 (9. Criteria. A request for the city council to approve a waiver from one or more of the
standards and requirements applicable to a planned development, PUD, or PCD shall comply with a majority
of the criteria listed below.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
The request is consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan.
The request is consistent with the purpose and intent of this section.
The request is in support of and furthers the city's goals, objectives, and policies to establish
development possessing architectural significance, pedestrian amenities and linkages, employment
opportunities, reductions in vehicle trips, and a sense of place.
The request demonstrates that granting of the waiver will result in a development that exceeds one or
more of the minimum requirements for PUDs.
The request for one (1) or more waivers results from innovative design in which other minimum
standards are exceeded.
The request demonstrates that granting of the waiver will result in preservation of valuable natural
resources, including environmentally-sensitive lands, drainage and recharge areas, and coastal areas.
The request clearly demonstrates public benefits to be derived, including but not limited to such
benefits as no-cost dedication of rights-of-way, extensions of pedestrian linkages outside of the
project boundaries, preservation of important natural resources, and use of desirable architectural,
building, and site design techniques.
Sufficient screening and buffering, if required, are provided to screen adjacent uses from adverse
impacts caused by a waiver.
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9.
10.
1 1.
The request is not based solely or predominantly on economic reasons.
The request will be compatible with existing and potential land uses adjacent to the development
site.
The request demonstrates the development will be in harmony with the general purpose and intent of
this section, and that such waiver or waivers will not be injurious to the area involved or otherwise
detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare.
WAIVER ANALYSIS
**Please note that the applicant’s waiver justification is attached to the staff report for your reference**
(1) Atmlicant’s Justification: The applicant is requesting a waiver from the Code requirement that
allows for a maximum of one (1) flatlwall sign for principal structures or principal tenants. The
applicant is proposing three flavwall signs on the retail grocery building (“Building A”), which are
located on the east, west and south facades. The applicant states that the configuration of the site is
unique, Building A will have frontage on Alternate A1A and Hood Road, however, the main
entrance to the building will be located interior to the site. Due to this unique configuration, the
applicant is requesting an increase in flatlwall signs to assist in the identification of the building.
Staffs Recommendation: It is staffs professional opinion that the Applicant’s request for two (2)
additional fladwall signs will assist passersby and vehicular motorists in identifytng the principal
tenant from Alternate AlA and Hood Road rights-of-way. Furthermore, staff believes that the
proposed signage will provide an effective means of communication to the public and will not
adversely affect the pedestrian safety, property values, business opportunities or the community’s
appearance. Staff recommends approval of the requested waiver with the condition that the two (2)
additional signs on the east and south elevations of Building A not exceed a letter height of 24-inches
(see conditions of approval).
Amlicant’s Justification: The Applicant is requesting a waiver from the Code requirement that
wheel-stops be provided for all non-parallel parking spaces. Due to the nature of the proposed site
uses, the applicant feels that the inclusion of wheel stops would represent a tripping hazard to users
of the site. Publix, one of the proposed site users further confiied this concern in a letter to the City
indicating that they have significant concern over the use of wheel stops as they can cause physical
injury to customers and employees as a result of trips and falls. Due to this concern a waiver from
the requirement has been requested. The applicant feels that this request is in the best interest of the
public safety and welfare thus meeting the intent of the code.
Staffs Recommendation: It is staffs professional opinion that the applicant’s request to not provide
wheel stops in the vehicular parking areas is adequately justified. Staff concurs that wheel-stops
located in non-parallel highly used vehicular parking areas are not needed to protect vegetation
because the applicant has provided landscape islands. Similar requests have been approved in other
shopping center developments within the City such as Target, Northlake Square West, and the
Gardens Mall. Furthermore, PZAB agreed with the applicant’s waiver request at the last workshop
for the project. Staff recommends approval of the requested waiver.
(3) Atmlicant’s Justification: The Applicant is requesting a waiver from the Code Section that allows
ground floor userskenants one (1) flatlwall sign per tenant space or bay. The applicant is proposing
one (1) additional flatlwall sign for tenants located within the two (2) retail buildings that are
adjacent to Hood Road (“Buildings B and Cy). The applicant states the proposed retail buildings are
unique in design and have been designed to have dual frontages. The retail building’s storefronts are
located on the south faqade oriented toward Hood Road, as well on the northern facade oriented
toward the interior of the site. The applicant believes signage is warranted to provide clear
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identification of the building for all site users and to eliminate confiuion for users internal to the site.
Staffs Recommendation: It is staffs professional opinion that the waiver request to allow for one
(1) additional flaiiwall sign per tenant space or bay has been adequately justified by the applicant.
This waiver request is fairly common for developments that contain buildings designed to have two
(2) storefronts. Staff believes the importance of visibility of tenant signage from the adjacent rights-
of-way and the vehicular parking areas are integral components to the economic viability of both the
tenants and the shopping plaza as a whole. Furthermore, signage on both facades of the building will
not only assist vehicular motorists internal to the site, but also direct pedestrians that may be utilizing
the adjacent parkway to the south to locate tenants within the two (2) retail bui!dings. Staff
recommends approval the requested waiver.
(4) Applicant’s Justification: The applicant is requesting a waiver from the Code Section to exceed the
maximum building height allowed in the General Commercial (CG-1) zoning district. Section 78-
153, Table 12, states that maximum building height allowed in the zoning district is 36 feet. The
applicant proposes an average building height of 43 feet between peaks and eaves on the west and
south facades. The applicant states, the proposed building elevations have been designed to include
architectural detailing which compliments the architectural design of the surrounding areas. The
applicant believes that the tower features assists in providing a varied roofline and architectural relief
to the building’s faqade. While the primary flat roof provided for the building maintains a height of
30 feet, a portion (approximately 65 feet) of the faqade of the proposed architectural features and
towers extend to 43 feet to provide roof-line variation.
Staffs Recommendation: Staff has worked closely with the applicant through the development
review of this project and believes that the architecture of the proposed buildings on-site is
compatible with the adjacent communities and consistent with the high quality of architecture seen
throughout the City. The applicant has provided numerous architectural details and treatments to the
building above and beyond what staff and the PZAB requested. At the request of PZAB, the
applicant was suggested to propose a varied roof-line rather than a linear roof-line that offered little
architectural significance. In response to this suggestion, the applicant has proposed tower features
on the west and south facades of the retail grocery building to further enhance the project, however,
these additional treatments exceed the 36-foot height requirement for General Commercial (CG-1)
zoning districts.
According to City Code Section 78-751, “building height is measured as the average level between
eaves and roof ridge or peak for gable, hip or gambrel roofs.’’ The requested waiver is to exceed the
36-foot height requirement by 7 feet on the south and west facades of the building. Staff believes that
the requested waiver is consistent with the purpose and intent of the Planned Unit Development
(PUD) overlay district and provides for an aesthetically-pleasing living, shopping and working
environment, as encouraged through the City’s PUD regulations. Furthermore, the proposed tower
features do not contain any habitable space; therefore, the privacy of the adjacent residential property
owners will remain undisturbed. Staff recommends approval of the requested waiver.
PUBLIC WORKSHOP
On November 10, 2008, the PZAB reviewed the subject petition at a public workshop and made the
following comments:
1. The PZAB had concerns with the visibility of the equipment on the roof of the grocery store
building. The applicant ensured that the varied roof-line will adequately screen any mechanical
equipment on the roo$
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2. The PZAB had concerns with the access and configuration of the proposed entrance of the project.
City staf has incorporated a condition of approval that provides for a jive-year surety bond for the
possible extension of the left turn/ u-turn (please see conditions of approval). Also, the applicant has
obtained traflc concurrencyfiom both Palm Beach County and the City.
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3. The PZAB inquired about the possibility of connecting the proposed development to the subject site.
The applicant informed the PZAB and stafthat the Evergrene community would not be in support of
a connection between the commercial site and the residential community.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends APPROVAL of Petitions PPUD-07-08-000018 with four (4) waivers and the conditions
of approval below:
0 Prior to scheduling for City Council, the applicant shall submit a detailed signage program for
review, consistent with the requirements contained in City Code Section 78-285.
0 Prior to scheduling for City Council, the applicant shall satisfy the remaining Seacoast Utility
Authority’s (SUA) comments.
0 Prior to scheduling for City Council, the Applicant shall submit revised landscape plan showing the
addition of low ground cover in the eastern end of the Hood Road median nearest to Alt AIA.
0 Prior to scheduling for City Council, the Applicant shall submit the final CAD files on disc for
verification.
Prior to scheduling for City Council, the Applicant shall revise the landscape plan to include palms
in the foundation plantings on the west fagade of Building A.
0 Prior to scheduling for City Council, the Applicant shall revise the landscape, site plan and
engineering plans to show a 12-foot sidewalk connecting fiom the Evergrene sidewalk on the west
end of the property, and carried through the %-foot buffer maintaining 12 feet in width where
possible.
0 Prior to scheduling for City Council, the Applicant shall identify areas and signage on the site and
landscape plans that direct delivery traffic for the retail grocery building.
Planning & Zoning
0 Prior to 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 provide 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. (City Forester)
0 Prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy for each building, all roof top mechanical
equipment shall be screened fiom view. (Planning & Zoning)
At no time shall staging of construction vehicles andor service vehicles occur within a public right-of-
way. (Planning & Zoning)
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Prior to the issuance of the first land alteration permit, or as determined by the Growth Management
Administrator, the applicant shall install a minimum six-foot tall construction fence around the
perimeter of the property. The fence shall include privacy tqs covering each section. The taps shall
be green or black in color and signage shall adhere to the regulations provided in Section 78-290.
(Planning & Zoning)
0 The Applicant shall coordinate and receive approval from the Growth Management Administrator
prior to the closing of any public sidewalk. (Planning & Zoning)
0 All on-site lighting shall be cast downward and shielded from adjacent properties. (Planning & Zoning)
0 The Applicant shall submit a tabular summary that includes each tenant and the square footages for
all uses on site. This summary shall be updated and submitted each time an interior tenant renovation
permit and occupational license are submitted to the City for review and approval. (Planning &
Zoning)
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letter of credit, in a form acceptable to the City, to extend the length of the westbound left-turn lane
at the median opening on Hood Road west of the median opening for said project.
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the extension of the left-turn lane, immediately west of the entrance to the subject site, is warranted
due to vehicle queuing obstructing the westbound through lane of Hood Road. The traffic study will
be performed on an annual basis for a period of five (5) years after completion of the project. Said
study shall be performed by an independent professional traffic engineer mutually selected by the
Applicant and City staff. The precise methodology shall be agreed upon by both the Applicant and
City staff at the time that the study is initiated. At a minimum, the study is to be performed during
the peak season and during the peak operating hours, or as determined by the Growth Management
Director. Should the study determine the extension of the said left-turn lane is warranted, the
property owner shall be responsible for all costs associated with the extension of the lane. (Planning
& Zoning)
e With the exception of bread deliveries, all deliveries for the property shall not commence prior to
6:OO a.m. nor occur after 1 1 :00 p.m. (Planning & Zoning and Code Enforcement)
City Forester
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Florida East Coast @EC) railroad for the removal of all prohibited and invasive non-native plants
within the railroad ROW adjacent to the site. (City Forester)
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invasive non-native plants adjacent to the subject site. (City Forester)
0 All site landscaping shall be completed prior to the issuance of the last Certificate of Occupancy.
(City Forester)
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The Applicant, successors and assigns shall be responsible for the landscape maintenance (including
irrigation) of the Hood Road road shoulder, their fair share of the Hood Road median from the
eastern property terminus to the western property terminus, and their fair share of the Alternate AlA
median from the northern property terminus to the southern property terminus. This condition may
be amended at any time by a separate agreement between the applicant and the City of Palm Beach
Gardens. (City Forester)
0 Commercial outdoor displays shall not extend into the 55-foot Hood Road parkway buffer. (City
Forester)
e Prior to the first Certificate of Occupancy, the Applicant, successors and assigns shall install the road
shoulder and median landscaping and irrigation along Hood Road from the eastern property terminus
to the western property terminus, and the 55 foot parkway buffer, as indicated on the approved plan.
(City Forester)
Engineering
e Prior to issuance of the first land alteration permit, the applicant shall provide a signed and sealed
pavement marking and signing plan, or provide same on the engineering plan. (City Engineer)
e The applicant shall copy to the City all permit applications, permits, certifications and approvals.
(City Engineer)
e The applicant shall provide all necessary construction zone signage and fencing as required by the
City Engineer. (City Engineer)
Prior to the issuance of the first land alteration permit, the applicant shall plat the site to include all e 0
existing and proposed easements and like encumbrances, in accordance with LDR Section 78-446
for City Council approval. (City Engineer and Planning & Zoning)
e Prior to construction plan approval and the issuance of the first land alteration permit, applicant shall
provide a cost estimate and surety in accordance with LDR Section 78-309 and 78-461 and a cost
estimate for on-site project improvements, not including public infrastructure, or landscaping and
irrigation costs for review and approval by the City. The cost estimates shall be signed and sealed by
an engineer and landscape architect registered in the state of Florida and shall be posted with the
City, prior to the issuance of the first land alteration permit. (City Engineer)
e 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 cure said impacts
in a period of time and a manner acceptable to the City prior to additional construction activities.
(City Engineer)
e Prior to issuance of the first land alteration permit, applicant shall submit signedhealeddated
construction plans (paving/grading/drainage and waterhewer) and all pertinent calculations for
review and comment. (City Engineer)
0 The applicant shall comply with any and all Palm Beach County Traffic Division conditions as
outlined in PBC Traffic Division equivalency and concurrency approval letters. (City Engineer) 0
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schedule a pre-permit meeting with City staff. (City Engineer)
Prior to the issuance of the first land alteration permit the applicant shall provide to the City letters of
authorization from the applicable utility companies allowing landscaping and light poles to be placed
within the utility easements. (City Engineer)
The applicant shall notify the City’s Public Works Division at least 10 working days prior to the
commencement of any workkonstruction activity within any public right-of-way within the City of
Palm Beach Gardens. In the case of a city right-of-way, the applican; has at least five working days
to obtain a right-of-way permit. Right-of-way permits may be obtained at the Building Division.
Failure to comply with this condition could result in a Stop Work Order of all workkonstruction
activity within the public right-of-way and the subject development site. (Public Works)
Prior to the issuance of the first Certificate of Occupancy, all on-site lighting shall be installed. All
exterior lighting shall utilize 12’- 25’ foot light poles, and all on-site lighting shall consist of metal
halide or equivalent lighting approved by the Police Department and, shall be field located not to
conflict with planted landscaping. Luminaire-type fixtures shall be utilized to optimize light distribution
and minimize glare and up-lighting. (Police Department)
Landscaping shall not obstruct the view from windows or walkways. Ground cover shall not exceed
36” in height and high branched trees should have a clear trunk up to seven feet to provide for clear
site lines. (Police Department)
Prior to the issuance of the first Certificate of Occupancy for each building, the Applicant shall
provide photocell sensor engaged “dusk to dawn” lighting above or near entryways and adjacent
sidewalks for said building. (Police Department)
Prior to the issuance of the first Certificate of Occupancy for the retail grocery building, all entry
doors (non-glass single/double) shall be equipped with astragal over the threshold of the locking
mechanism and case hardened deadbolt locks shall be provided on all exterior doors with a minimum
one (1) inch throw or mechanical interlock. Glass exterior doors shall have a holding force of at least
10001bs. Door hinges shall employ non-removable hinges. The main entries, loading dock and drive-
thru pharmacy lane to the building shall be equipped with closed-circuit digital wide angle camera
surveillance system. (Police Department)
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. Noncompliance
with the approved security and management plan may result in a stop-work order for the PUD.
(Police Department)
Prior to the issuance of the first Certificate of Occupancy for the retail grocery building, numerical
addresses shall be placed at the west and south sides of the building. Each numerical address shall
be illuminated for nighttime visibility, with an unintemptible A.C. power source, shall consist of
twelve (1 2) inch high numbers, and shall be a different color than the color of the surface to which it
is attached. The rear door of the building shall have an illuminated 6 inch number on or along side
the door. (Police Department)
Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for the retail grocery building, the following
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Doors shall be equipped with metal plate over thresh- hold of the locking mechanism.
Interior doors to offices/meeting rooms shall have viewers or a vision panel.
Case hardened commercial grade dead bolt locks shall be installed on all exterior doors with
minimum of one inch throw into the strike receiving the bolt. The cylinder shall have a
cylinder guard and a minimum of five-pin tumblers.
Doors secured by electrical operation shall have a key pad-switch to open the door when in a
closed position, or by a signal locking device.
Glazing i-? interior doors, or 40-inches within of any locking device shall be rated burglary
resistant glazing.
Restrooms shall be placed in central areas with maze entrances; avoid double door entry
systems.
Exteriodinterior pedestrian doors which provide access into parking lots shall be solid core
and where applicable emergency doors shall have no exterior handles. Panic hardware shall
have self locking mechanism, shall have three locking points and shall have a protective
astragal attached to the exterior of the door, which will cover opening between the door and
frame, it should extend one inch beyond edge of the door to which it is attached.
A high resolution color digital wide angle video camera system with monitoring and DVR
capabilities shall be installed. Cameras shall be above exit doors, check out counters, loading
dock, product aisles, pharmacy and any other area deemed necessary to provide for
maximum coverage. The camera user should be able to pan, tilt and zoom the recorded
video after the fact.
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Shall install high resolution color digital video camera system.
Shall have high illumination of both the ATM and the walkway leading to and from it.
Lighting should be positioned so as not to cause glare of video recording.
A convex mirror shall be strategically placed and installed to allow operator of ATM to
identify any approaching person(s) and/or potential suspect.
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PO. Box 21229
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Palm Beach County
Board of County
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Karen T. Marcus
Robert J Kanjian
Mary McCarty
Eurt Aaronson
Jess R Santarnaria
County Administrator
Robert Weisman
Mr. Stephen Mayer
Sr. Planner
City of Palm Beach Gardens
10500 N. Military Trail
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 3341 1-2750
RE: Frenchman's Crossing - aka Hudson Property - 2"d Plan Revision &
Extended Build-Out
Project #: 080719
TRAFFIC PERFORMANCE STANDARDS REVIEW
Dear Stephen:
The Palm Beach County Traffic Division has reviewed the traffi study for the second
development plan revision and build-out extension of the previously approved mixed use
project entitled Fre~chrnan's Crossing - aka Hudson Property, pursuant tc the Traffic
Performance Standards in Article 12 of the Palm Beach County Land Development'-
Code. The project is summarized as follows:
Location:
Municipality:
PCN#:
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Proposed Uses:
New Daily Trips:
New PH Trips:
Build-out:.
NW corner of the intersection of Alternate A1A and Hood Road.
Palm Beach Gardens.
106 Unit RV Park
20,000 SF General Commercial and 45,600 SF Supermarket.
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60 AM and 267 PM
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Based on our review, the Traffic Division has determined that the revised development
plan of the previously approved project meets the Traffic Performance Standards of Palm
Beach County, under the following conditions:
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Preservation of the existing exclusive EB left-turn lane along Hood Road onto the
project access.
The County is also concerned over the project generated outgoing traffic intending to
travel east or access Alternate AIA (travel north or south). This traffic is currently
designed to make U-turns along WB Hood Road, about 550 feet west of the project
driveway. It is suggested for this movement to be monitored after start of operations to
detect potential traffic problems and introduce proper mitigations. No building permits
are to be issued by the City, after the build-out date, specified above. The County traffic
concurrency approval is subject to the Project Aggregation Rules set forth in the Traffic
Performance Standards Ordinance. If you have any questions regarding the above
comments, please contact me at 684-4030.
.,- - MasouTAtefi, MSCE
TPS Administrator, Municipalities - Traffic Engineering &1
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McMahon & Associates
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Date Prepared: July 31,2006
RESOLUTION 90,2006
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA ALLOWING THE CONCURRENT
PROCESSING OF AN ANNEXATION, PLANNED UNIT
DEVELOPMENT (PUD), AND A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
NORTHWEST CORNER OF ALTERNATE AIA AND HOOD ROAD;
APPROVING A CONCURRENT PROCESSING AGREEMENT; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
AMENDMENT FOR THE IO-ACRE PARCEL LOCATED AT THE
WHEREAS, the City of Palm Beach Gardens has received an application (MISC-
04-37) from Ms. Jennifer Morton of Land Design South, on behalf of William R. Hudson,
to allow the concurrent processing of an annexation, Planned Unit Development (PUD),
and a comprehensive plan amendment for the IO-acre parcel located at the northwest
corner of Alternate A1A and Hood Road: and
WHEREAS, Section 78-44, Code of Ordinances, entitled Concurrent processing,
establishes criteria that should be considered by the City Council in determining
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WHEREAS, the Growth Management Department has reviewed the request for
concurrent processing and determined that it satisfies the aforesaid criteria; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that the concurrent review of an
annexation, PUD, and a comprehensive plan amendment for the IO-acre subject site
will allow the Applicant to present a full picture of the development plan to the Planning,
Zoning, and Appeals Board and the City Council, and therefore deemed the approval of
this Resolution to be in the best interest of the citizens and residents of the City of Palm
Beach Gardens; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that a concurrent processing
agreement is in the best interest of the City, and has included it as Exhibit A, attached
hereto and incorporated herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA that:
SECTION 1. The foregoing recitals are hereby affirmed and ratified.
Date Prepared: July 31,2006
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SECTION 2. The City Council of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida hereby
approves a request to allow the concurrent processing of an annexation, PUD, and a
comprehensive plan amendment petition for the 1 O-acre parcel located at the northwest
corner of Alternate AIA and Hood Road, as more particularly described below:
LEGAL DESCRIPTION:
A PARCEL OF LAND IN SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 41 SOUTH, RANGE 42 EAST,
PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS
FOLLOWS:
ALL THAT PORTION OF SAID SECTION 36 LYING WEST OF THE WEST RIGHT-OF-
WAY LINE OF THE FLORIDA EAST COAST RAILWAY; NORTH OF NORTH RIGHT-
OF-WAY LINE OF HOOD ROAD AS LAID OUT AND IN USE (SAID RIGHT-OF-WAY
LINE ALSO BEING DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 1083, PAGE 141, OF THE PUBLIC
RECORDS OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA); EAST OF A LINE PARALLEL
WITH AND 660 FEET WEST OF, AS MEASURED AT RIGHT ANGLES TO, SAID
SOUTH OF A LINE PARALLEL WITH AND 660 FEET NORTH OF, AS MEASURED AT
WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF THE FLORIDA EAST COAST RAILWAY; AND
RIGHT ANGLES TO, THE SAID NORTH RIGHT-OF-WAY-LINE OF HOOD ROAD.
SAID LANDS LYING IN THE CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS, PALM BEACH
COUNTY, FLORIDA CONTAINING 10.000 ACRES (435,620.30 SQUARE FEET),
MORE OR LESS.
SECTION 3. This approval shall be consistent with all presentations made by the
applicant or applicant’s agent at any workshop or public hearing.
SECTION 4. The City Council hereby approves the Concurrent Processing
Agreement with Mr. William R. Hudson and authorizes the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute the agreement.
SECTION 5. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon adoption.
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CONCURRENT PROCESSING AGREEMENT
THIS CONCURRENT PROCESSING AGREEMENT (“Agreement”) is made this 17’’ day of fWpT , 2006, by and between the CITY OF PALM BEACH
GARDENS, a Florida municipal corporation (“City”), whose address is 10500 North
Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33410, and WILLIAM R. HUDSON
(“Applicant”), whose address is 4063 Hood Road, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
RECITALS
WHEREAS, the City is empowered to and authorized to enter into this
Agreement pursuant to Section 78-44, Code of Ordinances; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant is the owner of the subject Property, which is
described in Exhibit “A,“ attached hereto and incorporated herein; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant desires to submit an Application for concurrent
processing of an Annexation, Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPA), and Planned
Unit Development (PUP) approval; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant acknowledges and agrees that the review and
approval of the Annexation and CPA must occur prior to, or concurrent with, approval of
the aforementioned PUD approval application; and
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concurrent processing of a site plan application until the Annexation and CPA are
deemed sufficient and are otherwise found complete by the City; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant acknowledges and agrees that such concurrent
processing is proceeding at his own risk. The PUD is contingent upon the final approval
by the City Council of the CPA and Annexation. The PUD Development Order is
contingent upon the final approval of the CPA amendment. The PUD approval will not
be effective before final action is taken by the City Council regarding the CPA and
Annexation and when the appeal periods have expired; and
WHEREAS, the City and the Applicant acknowledge and agree that concurrent
review of the Annexation, CPA, and PUD approval applications will result in a more
comprehensively planned project, as more particularly set forth herein, and that allowing
such concurrent review Is in the best interest of the City and the Applicant; and
WHEREAS, the City finds as a matter of fact, that processing of the PUD
approval application concurrently with the Annexation and CPA applications is
consistent with Resolution 148, 1996 of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City and the Applicant hereby agree as follows:
1. RECITATIONS. The recitations, statements, and agreements set forth
above are acknowledged by the City and the Applicant to be true and correct
statements and agreements, and are incorporated as a substantive and material part of
this Agreement.
2. CONCURRENT PROCESSING. The PUD approval application shall be
reviewed and processed concurrently with the Annexation and CPA applications for the
subject Property. No other PUD approval application shall be concurrently processed
with the Annexation and CPA applications, except with the prior approval of the City
Council.
3. SUFFICIENCY OF APPLICATIONS. The City shall not commence review
of the PUD approval application until all requirements of the City’s Land Development
Regulations, including, but not limited to, submission requirements, have been complied
with for the PUD approval application.
4. MASTER PLAN. The Applicant agrees that the City may require, at the
City‘s sole discretion, that the Applicant master plan the subject property by entering
into a Development Agreement pursuant to Section 163.3220, Florida Statutes, at such
time as the City may deem necessary.
5. CITY’S PARTICIPATION. The Applicant acknowledges and agrees that
the City’s participation in this Concurrent Processing Agreement is intended to ensure
the overall master planning of the Property, and in no way obligates or binds the City to
approve, or approve with conditions and/or modifications, either application without
recourse as a result of this Agreement.
6. EXPENSEWNO RELIANCE. The Applicant agrees and acknowledges that
he is proceeding “at his own risk” by processing the applications concurrently and may
not recover from the City any costs or expenses associated therewith in reliance upon
this Agreement.
7- TERM. - This Agreement shall continue for a period of twelve (12) months
unless earlier terminated by the City in the event Planning and Zoning issues remain
unresolved in the concurrent processing of the Annexation, CPA, and the PUD Approval
applications after the expiration of the twelve (12) month period.
8. IPARC. Additionally, should a formal written objection to the Annexation
and the CPA applications be filed through the Intergovernmental Plan Amendment
Review Committee (IPARC) pursuant to that Interlocal Agreement entered into by the
City pursuant to Resolution 81 , 1993, concurrent processing will terminate until such
time as the formal written objectfon has been withdrawn or resolved.
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processing as approved by the City Council shall at all times be contingent upon
compliance with all provisions of Section 78-44, Code of Ordinances and other relevant
policies and ordinances, and that failure to so comply with said policies and ordinances
shall result in termination of concurrent processing.
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consent of the parties,
11. SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST. This Agreement and any rights and
responsibilities hereunder are binding and inure to the benefit of the City and the
Applicant, as well as their respective successors in interests and assigns, which may
succeed to or be assigned partial or whole interest.
12. RECORDING. After the City Council has approved this Agreement, the
City shall cause this Agreement to be recorded with the Clerk of the Circuit Court in
Palm Beach County. The Applicant will be responsible for the costs of recording same.
13. GOVERNING LAW. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the
State of Florida and judicial review, and jurisdiction or any actions between the parties
to this Agreement shall be in Palm Beach County, Florida.
14. WAIVER. To the extent permitted by law, the Applicant hereby waives any
right to sue the City of any matters associated with this Agreement. 0
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IN WITNEa8 WHEREOF, the partlo, hereto have wecuted thla Agrremsnt on
the dab set forth above.
ATTEST: CITY OF PALM BEACH QARDGNB, e Flortda
By:
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By:
APPUCANT: WILLIAM R. HUDSON
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LEGAL DESCRIPTION:
A PARCEL OF LAND IN SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 41 SOUTH, RANGE 42 EAST,
PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS
FOLLOWS:
ALL THAT PORTION OF SAID SECTION 36 LYING WEST OF THE WEST RIGHT-OF-
WAY LINE OF THE FLORIDA EAST COAST RAILWAY; NORTH OF NORTH RIGHT-
OF-WAY LINE OF HOOD ROAD AS LAID OUT AND IN USE (SAID RIGHT-OF-WAY
LINE ALSO BEING DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 1083, PAGE 141, OF THE PUBLIC
RECORDS OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA); EAST OF A LINE PARALLEL
WITH AND 660 FEET WEST OF, AS MEASURED AT RIGHT ANGLES TO, SAID
SOUTH OF A LINE PARALLEL WITH AND 660 FEET NORTH OF, AS MEASURED AT
WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF THE FLORIDA EAST COAST RAILWAY; AND
RIGHT ANGLES TO, THE SAID NORTH RIGHT-OF-WAY-LINE OF HOOD ROAD.
SAID LANDS LYING IN THE CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS, PALM BEACH
COUNTY, FLORIDA CONTAINING 10.000 ACRES (435,620.30 SQUARE FEET),
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August 21,2006
Mr. William R. Hudson
4063 Hood Road
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I Dear Mr. Hudson:
, . Enclosed for your records is one certified copy of Resolution 90, 2006 and one (1) copy of the
Concurrent Processing Agreement approved and adopted by the City Council on August 17,
2006.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact my office (561) 799-4122.
Patricia Snider, CMC'
City Clerk
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Rodney P. Plourde, Ph.D., P.E.
Joseph J. DeSantis, P.E., PTOE
John 5. DePalma
William T. Steffens
Casey A. Moore, P.E.
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Gary R. McNaughton, P.E., PTOE
John J. Mitchell, P.E.
Christopher J. Williams, P.E.
John F. Yacapsin, P.E.
Thomas A. Hall
Mark A. Roth, P.E.
FROM: John P. Kim, P.E., PTOE, Senior Project Manager
SUBJECT: Frenchman’s Crossing Traffic Impact Analysis
McMahon Project No. M06344.16
CPMA-07-08-000007
DATE: November 19,2008
McMahon Associates, Inc. (McMahon) has reviewed the traffic impact study prepared by Land
Design South, dated November 3, 2008. The applicant has sufficiently addressed the previous
comments and the project can be approved for City traffic concurrency. A summary of the
project is provided below:
Location:
Existing Use:
Proposed Use:
New AM Trips 80
Northwest corner of Hood Road and Alternate A1A (SR 811)
107 unit Recreation Vehicle Park
45,600 sq. ft. Supermarket
20,000 sq. ft. General Commercial
PCN#: 00-42-41-36-00-000-1030
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New PM Trips: 347
Traffic Concurrency Expires:December 31,2013
The Future Land Use Map Amendment (FLUMA) has not been approved for this project.
Therefore, the traffic concurrency approval should not be contingent upon the City’s approval
of this project’s FLUMA. McMahon agrees that exclusive left-turn and right-turn lanes be
constructed on Hood Road to serve this project‘s driveway. It is our understanding that the
median opening on Hood Road for this project’s driveway will only permit eastbound left-turn
ingress and not permit any left-turn egress movements. McMahon recommends that the City of
Palm Beach Gardens include the following conditions to this development:
Exclusive left-turn and right-turn lanes be constructed for the driveway connection to
Hood Road. The City will determine if additional right-of-way is required for the
exclusive right-turn lane.
Corporate Headquarters: Fort Washington, Pennsylvania
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Leo Giangrande, P.E., Assistant City Engineer
City of Palm Beach Gardens
cc: Stephen Mayer’ Senior Planner
City of Palm Beach Gardens
Joseph W. McMahon, P.E.
Rodney P. Plourde, Ph.D., P.E.
Joseph J. DeSantis, P.E., PTOE
John 5. DePalma
William T. Steffens
Casey A. Moore, P.E.
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Gary R. McNaughton, P.E., PTOE
John J. Mitchell, P.E.
Christopher J. Williams, P.E.
John F. Yacapsin, P.E.
Thomas A. Hall
Mark A. Roth, P.E.
FROM: John P. Kim, P.E., PTOE, Senior Project Manager
SUBJECT: Frenchman’s Crossing Traffic Impact Analysis
McMahon Project No. M06344.16
CPMA-07-08-000007
DATE: November 19,2008
McMahon Associates, Inc. (McMahon) has reviewed the traffic impact study prepared by Land
Design South, dated November 3, 2008. The applicant has sufficiently addressed the previous
comments and the project can be approved for City traffic concurrency. A summary of the 0 project is provided below:
Location:
Existing Use:
Proposed Use:
New AM Trips 80
Northwest corner of Hood Road and Alternate A1A (SR 811)
107 unit Recreation Vehicle Park
45,600 sq. ft. Supermarket
20,000 sq. ft. General Commercial
PCN#: 00-42-41-36-00-000-1030
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4 New PM Trips: 347
Traffic Concurrency Expires:December 31,2013
The Future Land Use Map Amendment (FLUMA) has not been approved for this project.
Therefore, the traffic concurrency approval should not be contingent upon the City’s approval
of this project’s FLUMA. McMahon agrees that exclusive left-turn and right-turn lanes be
constructed on Hood Road to serve this project’s driveway. It is our understanding that the
median opening on Hood Road for this project’s driveway will only permit eastbound left-turn
ingress and not permit any left-turn egress movements. McMahon recommends that the City of
Palm Beach Gardens include the following conditions to this development:
Exclusive left-turn and right-turn lanes be constructed for the driveway connection to
Hood Road. The City will determine if additional right-of-way is required for the
exclusive right-turn lane.
Corporate Headquarters: Fort Washington, Pennsylvania
Serving the East Coast from 11 offices throughout New Engkand, the Mid-Atlantic, and Florida
Frenchman’s Crossing Traffic Concurrency - Technical Memorandum
November 19,2008
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The owner should provide a five year surety bond to extend the length of the westbound
left-turn lane/U-turn lane at the median opening on Hood Road west of the median
opening for this project. The owner should be responsible for extending this left-turn/U-
turn lane at the City’s request when the City becomes aware of vehicle queues spilling
back into the adjacent westbound through lane.
Please contact me with any questions of concerns you may have regarding this review.
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FRENCHMAN'S CROSSING
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TRAFFIC IMPACT ANALYSIS
Prepared by:
LAND DESIGN SOUTH
2101 Centrepark West Dr., #loo
West Palm Beach, FL 33409
(561) 478-8501 - Fax (561) 478-5012
www.landdesignsouth.com
Juan F. Ortega, P.E., Ph.D.
Florida Registration # 63422
Engineering Business # 27550
July 23,2008
Revised October 1,2008
Revised November 3,2008
LAND DESIGN SOUTH
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
I. INTRODUCTION ...... .............................................................................. : ................ 1
11. TRIP GENERATION ............................................... ; ....................................... ......... 2
111. EXISTING CONDITIONS ........................................................................................ 4
IV. TRIP DISTRIBUTION AND ASSIGNMENT ......................................................... 6
V. SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ANALYSIS ...................................................................... 8
Test 1 - Part One - Intersections ..................................................................................... 8
Test 1 - Part Two - Links ....................................... . ....................................................... 9
Test 2 - Five Year Analysis .......................................................................................... 12
VI. DRIVEWAY VOLUMES ....................................................................................... 15
VII. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS .................................................. 17
Appendix A: Site Plan
Appendix B: Property Appraiser Information
Appendix C: 2008 Link Counts
Appendix D: Committed Traffic
Appendix E: Intersection Critical Movement Analyses
Appendix F: Response to PBG Comments - October 29,2008
TABLE PAGE
Table 1 : Trip Generation Rates ........................................................................................... 2
Table 2: Trip Generation ..................................................................................................... 3
Table 3: Project Impact ....................................................................................................... 6
Table 4: CMA Summary ..................................................................................................... 8
Table 5: Test 1 . Part Two . Links . AM Peak Hour ....................................................... 10
Table 6: Test 1 . Part Two . Links . PM Peak Hour ........................................................ 11
Table 7: Test 2 . Five Year Analysis Significance ........................................................... 13
Table 8: Test 2 . AM Optional Analysis i ........................................................................ 14
Table 9: Test 2 . PM Optional Analysis 1 ......................................................................... 14 ..
FIGURE PAGE
Figure 1 : Project Location . Aerial View ........................................................................... 1
Figure 2: Project Existing Conditions ................................................................................. 5
Figure 3: Project Traffic Assignment ................................................................................. 7
Figure 4: Project Driveway Volumes ............................................................................... 16
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I. INTRODUCTION
Land Design South (LDS) has been retained to evaluate the traffic impact analysis to determine
compliance with the Palm Beach County CPBC) - Traffic Performance Standards (TPS) and
Palm Beach Gardens Land Development Regulations associated with the rezoning application
for the Frenchman’s Crossing property. The 10.00-acre property is located at the northwest
corner of Hood Rd and Alt A-1-A (SR-811) in unincorporated PBC, Florida and is in the process
of incorporation to the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Parcel Control Number associated
with this project is: 00-42-41-36-00-000-1030. Figure 1 shows an aerial location of the site in
relation to the transportation network.
Figure 1: Project Location - Aerial View
Currently this site is a Campground/Recreational Vehicle Park with 107 camp sites. The
proposed development consists of a 45,600 SF Supermarket, and 20,000 SF of General
Commercial. Appendix A includes a copy of the site plan, while Appendix B shows Property
Appraiser information for this site. Project build-out is expected in the year 2013.
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11. TRIP GENERATION
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Code Land Use
Trip generation rates and pass-by traffic were based on the PBC Trip Generation Rates, June 9,
2008, and the ITE Trip Generation 7* edition. Table 1 shows the rates used in order to
determine the trip generation for Daily, AM, and PM peak hour conditions.
PM Peak Hour
In I Out I Total
CampgroundRecreational
Vehicle Park
General Commercial
Supermarket
2.86’ 42% 58% 0.20 69% 31% 0.37 416
820 0.64 Ln(X)+5.87
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61% 39% 1.03 48% 52% 0,66Ln(X+3,40 Ln(T)=
850 102.24 61% 39% 3.25 51% 49% n,Q,nlY,+2711z
According to Table 2, the net Daily, AM and PM peak hour trips potentially generated due to the
planned development are 3,397,80 and 347 trips respectively.
’ Source: Approved PBC project # 070322 - Yvonne Ziel Consultants Inc., Aug 2006.
Used PM peak hour trip generation equation per McMahon letter of comments dated October 29,2008.
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Land Usc
Exktinp Develoument
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Intensity Daily
In Out Total In Out Total
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CamomouncIRecreationalVehiclePark I 107CampSites' I 306 I 9 I 12 I 21 I 28 I 12 I 40 I
Net Existing Traffic 306 I 9 I12 I 21 [ 28 1 12 1 40
Proposed Development
General Commercial
Supermarket
20,000 SF 2,410 13 8 21 104 112 216
45,600 SF 4,662 90 58 148 256 246 502
Y 7.072 103 66 169 360 358 718
Internal Capture
General Commercial 24 1
Supermarket 241
7 482
10%
According to Table 12.b.2.D-7 3A from the PBC - TPS and given the trip generation
1 1 2 10 11 21
1 1 2 11 10 21
21 42 2 2 4 21
characteristics from Table 2, a 2-mile Radius of Development Influence (RDI) needs to be
Driveway Volumes
considered for traffic impact analysis. In addition, links outside the RDI on which net trips are
6,590 I01 64 165 339 337 676
greater than five percent (5%) of the LOS 'D' of the link affected on a peak hour shall be
Pass-By
General Commercial
Supermarket
included.
56 60 116
85 . 173
59.71% 1,295 7 4 11
36.00%' 1,592 32 21 53 88
' See Appendix B for Property Appraiser information for this site.
Used 36.00% per McMahon letter of comments dated October 29,2008.
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Net Proposed Traffc 3,703 62 39 101 195 192 387
Net Total Traflc 3,397 53 27 80 167 180 347
III. EXISTING CONDITIONS
Hood Rd and Alt A-1-A (SR-811) are the major roadways serving as primary access road to the
project. Hood Rd has a four (4) lane divided cross-section and Alt A-1-A (SR-811) a six (6) lane
divided cross-section, within the project vicinity. Figure 2 shows the lane characteristics of the
roadway network considered within the RDI. Appendix C includes 2008 Traffic Counts
provided by PBC - Traffic Division.
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Road From To LN Capaeitr
Trip distribution and assignment incorporates the characteristics of the proposed development as
AM PeakHour PM Peak Hour
Traffic Significant Traffic Significant
EE Project I Percent Project I Percent
well as the surrounding network configuration. Table 3 presents a summary of the project
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Donald Ross Rd Heights Blvd Central Blvd 4D 3,110 5.0% 4 0 13% 17 0 55%
Donald Ross Rd Central Blvd Military Trl 6D 4,680 5.0% 4 0.09% 17 0.36%
Donald Ross Rd Military Trl SR811 6D 4,680 5.0% 4 0.09% 17 0.36%
Donald Ross Rd SR811 Prosperity Farms Rd 4D 3,110 10.0% 8 0.26% 35 1.13%
impact on all roadway links included within the RDI during both AM and PM peak hour
Hood Rd
Hood Rd
Hood Rd
Hood Rd
Hood Rd
conditions. Project trip distribution for all roadway links included within the RDI is shown in
Florida Turnpike W ofFlorida Turnpike 2 1,170 4.0% 3
Central Blvd Military Trl 4D 3,110 10.0% 8
Military Trl Site Access 4D 3,110 40.0% 32
Site Access SR-811 4D 3,110 60.0% 48
SR-8 1 1 Prosperity FarmsRd 2 1,170 10.0% 8
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0.26%
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1.54%
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Table 3: Project Impact
14 1.20%
35 1.13%
139 4.47%
208 6.69%
35 2.99%
Bums Rd RCA Blvd
SR-811 PGA Blvd Hod Rd
SR-811
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Y~r Critical Volnme Interacetion AM Peak
Hood Rd at Military Tr 2013 782
Hood Rd at Alt A-1-A (SR-811) 2013 1,096
Intersections in each direction nearest to each project accessed link where project traffic is
significant shall be included in Test 1-Part One analysis of the PBC - TPS. Roadway links
projected to carry project traffic higher than one percent (1%) of the adopted Level of Service
(LOS) shall be included in Test 1-Part Two analysis.
Critical Volume
PM Peak
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Test I - Part One - Intersections
Test 1-Part One requires analyses of intersections in each direction nearest to each project
accessed link where project traffic is significant. Intersection analyses were performed at the
intersections of Hood RMilitary Tr, and, Hood Rd /Alt A-1-A (SR-811). Appendix E includes
turning movement counts provided by PBC - Traffic Division, weighted growth rate analyses
and detailed Critical Movement Analyses (CMA) for both intersections. Table 4 summarizes the
higher AM and PM critical volume analysis for the intersections on the nearest project accessed 0 links.
The analyzed intersections meet the meet the Critical Volume standard of 1,400 vehicles per
hour. Therefore, Test 1 - Part One has been met.
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Test 1 - Part Two - Links
Test 1 - Part Two requires analyses of links within the RDI where total traffic shall not exceed
the adopted LOS during the build-out period of the project. Appendix C includes peak hour
bidirectional counts provided by PBC - Traffic Division, while Appendix D includes approved
project traffic from major projects.
Table 5 and Table 6 summarize both AM and PM peak hour traffic conditions at build-out period
of the project. Links included within the RDI with more than one percent (1%) of the adopted
LOS thresholds, as defined in Table 12.B.2.C-1, 1A: LOS ‘D’ Link Service Volumes, Peak Hour
Two-way Traffic, shall meet the adopted service volume. Test 1 - Part Two has been met.
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Links included within the RDI with more than three percent (3%) of the adopted LOS thresholds,
as defined in Table 12.B.C-4 2A: LOS E Link Service Volumes, Peak Hour Traffic: two-way
volume threshold, shall be included in Test 2. In addition, links outside the RDI on which net
trips are greater than five percent (5%) of the LOS ‘D’ of the Link affected shall be included in
Test 2.
Under this Test, analyses of links shall be carried out at the end of the fifth year of the Florida
Department of Transportation Five-Year Transportation Improvement Promam in effect at the
time of traffic analysis submittal. The road network assumed in this analysis shall be the existing
road network and the State and County Five-Year Road Program improvements with
construction scheduled to commence before the end of the Five-Year analysis period. At the
time of this submittal, PBC - Five-Year Transportation Improvement Program adopted on
November 20,2007 does not show any schedule construction on any of the impacted links.
As shown in Table 7, Hood Rd between Military Trl and A-1-A (SR-811) will generate more than
three (3%) percent of the LOS E Link Service Volumes, Peak Hour Traffic.
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included within the RDI with more than three percent (3%) of the adopted LOS thresholds, as
defined in Table 12.B.2.C-1, 1A: LOS ‘E’ Link Service Volumes, Peak Hour Two-way Traffic,
shall meet the adopted service volume. Test 2 - Part Two has been met.
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PGA Blvd Florida Blvd 2 1,240 2.0% 2 0.16% 7 0.56%
Florida Blvd Flamingo Rd 2 1,240 2.5% 2 . 0.16% 9 0.73%
Flamingo Rd Donald Ross Rd 2 1,240 7.5% 6 0.48% 26 2.10%
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Based on the PBC - TPS and the Land Development Design Standards Manual, a left-turn lane
is required at each driveway where inbound peak hour left-turning traffic is equal or grater than
30 vehicles. A right-turn lane is required at each driveway where street Average Daily Traffic
(ADT) volumes exceed 10,000 vehicles per day, and driveway daily volume is grater than 1,000
trips, with inbound peak hour right-turning traffic being at least 75 vehicles.
Figure 4 provides Daily, AM and PM peak hour driveway volumes for the Frenchman’s
Crossing property. Based on the information presented in this figure, PBC - TPS and the Land
Development Desinn Standards Manual, exclusive right and left-turn lanes are recommended at
the project driveway.
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The Frenchman’s Crossing property is located on the northwest corner of Hood Rd and Alt A-
1-A in unincorporated PBC, Florida and is in the process of incorporation to the City of Palm
Beach Gardens, Florida. The proposed development consists of a 45,600 SF Supermarket, and a
20,000 SF General Commercial. This development will most likely generate 3,397 net Daily
trips where 80 two-way trips will occur during the AM peak hour and 347 during the PM peak
hour. Exclusive turn lanes are recommended at the project driveway. Project build-out for the
project is expected in the year 2013.
Test 1 -Part One -Intersections
The analyzed intersections within the RDI meet the Critical Volume standard of 1,400 vehicles
per hour. Test 1 - Part One has been met.
Test 1 -Part Two - Links
Links included within the RDI with more than one percent (1%) of the adopted LOS thresholds,
as defined in Table 12.B.2.C-1, 1A: LOS ‘D’ Link Service Volumes, Peak Hour Two Way
Traffic, meet the adopted LOS requirements. Test 1 - Part Two has been met.
Test 2 - Five Year Analysis
Links included within the RDI with more than three percent (3%) of the adopted LOS thresholds,
as defined in Table 12.B.2.C-1, 1A: LOS ‘E’ Link Service Volumes, Peak Hour Two-way
Traffic, meet the adopted service volume. Test 2 - Part Two has been met.
The proposed Frenchman’s Crossing property has been evaluated following Article 12 - TPS of
the PBC Unified Land Development Code. This analysis shows the proposed development will
be in compliance with PBC - TPS.
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Appendix B: Property Appraiser Information
Palm Beach County Property Appraiser Property Search System Page 1 of 1
Property Information
Location Address: 4063 HOOD RD
Municipality: UNINCORPORATED
Subdivision:
Parcel Control Number: 00-42-41-36-00-000-1030
Nov-2007 Sa.2 Official Records Book: 22251 Page: 1062 Date:
36-41-42, E 660 FT OF S 660 FTOF TH PT OF NE 1/4 LYG W OF FEC RY R/W Leaal Description: a HOOD RD
r Owner Information I
Name: LIVE OAK LAND HOOD ROAD LLC
Mailing Address: 2101 CENTTREPARK WEST DR STE 100
WEST PALM BEACH FL 33409
Sales Information
Sales Date Book/Page Price Sale Tvpe Owner
NOV-2007 22251/1062 $4,250,000 WARRANTY DEED LIVE OAK LAND HOOD ROAD LLC
Exemptions
Exemption Information Unavailable.
Appraisals
Tax Year: kl[ Property Information 1
Use Code: 2800
141 386 136 543 112 528 Number of Units: 107 Improvement Value:
Land Value: $1 605 000 $1,605,000 $1,284 000 *Total Square Feet: 2572
Total Market Value: 1 7a6 386 1 741 543 1 396 528 Acres: 10
Description: PKG LT / MH PK
* in residential properties may indicate living area.
Assessed and Taxable Values
Assessed Value:
Tax Values
Non
Tax Year:
Ad Valorem:
Ad Valorem:
Total Tax:
Tax Collector WebSite
NOTE: Lower the top and bottom margins to 0.25 on File->Page Setup menu option in the browser to print the
detail on one page.
~ htm.iiwww.co.Dalm-beach.fi.us/DaDa/as~w’web/detai1 info.asnx?n enti640424 13600000 1030&geonav=. . . i 2/ 13/2007
Page 1 of 1
Gary R. Nikolits,CFA
Palm Beach County Property Appraiser
Property Mapping System
Owner Information
Appraisal Value
Market Value:
Exempt Amnt:
Assessed Value: $1,746,38
Tax Value
Ad Valorem:
Non ad valorem: $3,156.8
Sales Information
Sales Date
Nov-2007
Legend Palm Beach County Property Map
Map Scale 1:2571 n Pared Bomdary
Map produced on 12/33/2007 from PAPA
http://www .pbcgov.com/papa
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Intersection Analyses Growth Rate
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2007 Peak Season Factor Category Report - Report Type: ALL
Category: 9301 CEN.-W OF US1 TO SR7
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0 Appendix F: Response to PBG Comments - Qctober 29,2808
1. The number of campsites identified in the trip generation tables is not consistent with the information
from the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser's Office. This must be rectified and the analysis 0 modified accordingly.
[LDS->] Trafic Impact Analysis has been revised accordingly to match number of units form PBC
Proper@ Appraiser s Public Access System (PAPA).
2. The PM peak hour trip generation equation, not the rate, must be used for the supermarket land use.
The R2 value is 0.75 for the equation.
[LDS->] Traffic Impact Analysis has been revised accordingly,
3. The pass-by for the supermarket is not acceptable. ITE Trip Generation Handbook identifies an
average pass-by rate of 36 percent for the supermarket land use. Please update the study accordingly.
[LDS->] TrafJic Impact Analysis has been revised accordingly. Please note that PBC Trafic Division
approved the previously submitted Frenchman 's Crossing (Revised October 1, 2008) with a Pass-By rate
of 50.14%. Enclosed, please find copy of PBC TPS letter of approval dated October 28,2008.
4. Update the study to show that the number of lanes for PGA Boulevard between 1-95 and Alternate
A1A as 6 lanes, not 8 lanes.
[LDS->] TrafJic Impact Analysis has been revised accordingly. Project impact is <I. 0%. No Jizrther
analysis is required.
5. The committed development spreadsheets from Palm Beach County must clearly indicate which *
roadway segment is being referred to by identifjrlng the link segment endpoints. The sheets included
in the appendix only identify one endpoint and a midpoint.
[LDS->] Traffic Impact Analysis has been revised accordingly. See Appendix D. This revised analysis
only includes highest number of committed trips by link. Previous analysis included both segments in each
link as presented in the PBC TPS system. Note that there is no change on number of trips for approved
projects on signijkantly impacted links.
6. There is a discrepancy in the Test 1 and Test 2 link capacity analysis. The number of trips identified
for approved projects on Hood Road between Military Trail and SR-A1A in tables 5 and 6 are not
identical to those in tables 8 and 9. The analysis for Test 1 and Test 2 must use the maximum
committed development assigned to the link. Please update the analysis accordingly.
[LDS->] Traffic Impact Analysis has been revised accordingly.
7. Two separate CMA calculations must be performed. One calculation applying a weighted average
growth rate of the historical growth rates of each approach of the intersection. The other calculation
applies a one percent compound growth rate added to committed development. The higher CMA
value of the two is used to report the CMA of the intersection.
[LDS->] Trafic Impact Analysis has been revised accordingly. See Appendix E: Intersection Critical
Movement Analyses. Note that the previous analysis followed this methodology. a
October 20,2008
Department of Engineering
nnd Public Works
PO. Box 21 229
\Vest Palit1 Reach, FL 33-1103-1229
(561) 684-4000
WWW. p bcgov.com
palm Beach County
Board of County
Commlssioners
ddic: I.. (;reenc. Chairperson
Jeff mons. Vice Chair
l<dreil T tslnrcus
Robert J H;l!?j!an
Mary McCnrty
Rurr Aarorlson
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Mr. Stephen Mayer
Sr. Planner
City of Palm Beach Gardens
10500 N. Military Trail
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33411-2750
RE: Frenchman's Crossing - aka Hudson Property - 2"d Plan Revision 81
Extended Build-Out.
Project # 080719
TRAFFIC PERFORMANCE STANDARDS REVIEW
Dear Stephen:
The Palm Beach County Traffic Division has reviewed the traffic study for the second
development plan revision and build-out extension of the previously approved mixed use
project entitled Frenchman's Crossing -aka Hudson Property, pursuant to the Traffic
Performance Standards in Article 12 of the Palm Beach County Land Development
Code. The project is summarized as follows:
Location:
Municipality:
PCN#:
Existing Uses:
Proposed Uses:
New Dally Trips:
New PH Trips:
Buildsut:
NW corner of the intersection of Alternate A1A and Hood Road.
Palm Beach Gardens.
106 Unit RV Park
20,000 SF General Commercial and 45,600 SF Supermarket.
2,775
60 AM and 267 PM
2013
00-42-41-36-00-000-1 030
Based on our review, the Traffic Division has determined that the revised development
plan of the previously approved project meets the Traffic Performance Standards of Palm
Beach County, under the following conditions:
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Provision of an exclusive WB right-turn lane along Hood Road onto the project
access.
Preservation of the existing exclusive EB ieft-turn lane along Hood Road onto the
project access.
The County is also concerned over the project generated outgoing traffic intending to
travel east or access Alternate A1A (travel north or south). This traffic is currently
designed to make U-turns along WB Hood Road, about 550 feet west of the project
driveway. It is suggested for this movement to be monitored after start of operations to
detect potential traffic problems and introduce proper mitigations. No building permits
are to be issued by the City, after the build-out date, specified above. The County traffic
concurrency approval is subject to the Project Aggregation Rules set forth in the Traffic
Performance Standards Ordinance. If you have any questions regarding the above
comments, please contact me at 684-4030.
Sincerely,
'\.
- Traffic Engineering Division
CC: Land Design South
McMahon t3 Associates
File: General - TPS Mun. Traffic Study Review
CITY PALM BEACH GARDENS
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION
Petition Number:
Fees Received
Application $
Receipt Number:
Date & Time Received:
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Planning and Zoning Division
Growth Management Department
CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
10500 North Military Trail
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
(561) 799-4243 Fax (561) 799-4281
Request:
- Planned Community Development (PCD)
- Planned Unit Development (PUD)
Amendment to PCD, PUD or Site Plan
- Conditional Use
Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan
Administrative Approval - Miscellaneous
Administrative Appeal - Other
- Annexation
- x Rezoning
- Site Plan Review
- Concurrency Certificate - Time Extension
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- Date Submitted: August 15, 2008
Project Name: Frenchman’s Crossing
Owner: Live Land Oak LLC
4063 Hood Road
Address: Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Applicant (if not Owner):
Applicant’s Address: Telephone No.
Agent: Land Design South
Contact Person: Jennifer M. Tighe E-Mail: j tighe@landdesignsouth. corn
Agent’s Mailing Address: 2101 Centrepark West Drive, #lo0 West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Fax Number: 561-478-5012 Agent’s Telephone Number: 561-478-8501
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
Engineer: Caulf ield and Wheeler Phone Number: 561-392-1991
Planner: Land Desiqn South Phone Number: 561-478-8501
Landscape Architect: Land Design South Phone Number: 561-478-8501
Site Information:
General Location:
Note: Petitioners shall submit electronic digital files of
approved projects. See attachment for details.
NWC Corner of Hood Road and Alternate A1A
Address: 4063 Hood Road
Section: 36 Township: 41 Range: 42
Property Control Number(s): o o - 42 -4 1 - 3 6 - o o - 00 o - 103 o
Acreage: 10.00 Current Zoning: ARISE (pBC) Requested Zoning: CG-l puD (PBG)
Flood Zone
Current Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation: MR5 (PBC)
Existing Land Use: MR5 (PBC) Requested Land Use: C (PBG)
Base Flood Elevation (BFE) - to be indicated on site plan
Proposed Use(s) i.e. hotel, single family residence, etc.: Retail
Proposed Square Footage by Use: Retail = 62,200 S.F.
Proposed Number and Type of Dwelling Unit@) i.e. single family, multifamily, etc. (if applicable):
Justification
Information concerning all requests (attach additional sheets if needed.)
{Section 78-46, Application Procedures, Land Development Regulations}
2. What will be the impact of the proposed change on the surrounding area?
Please see the attached Justification Statement.
3. Describe how the rezoning request complies with the City’s Vision Plan and the following elements
of the City’s Comprehensive Plan - Future Land Use, Transportation, Housing, Infrastructure, Coastal
Management, Conservation, Recreation and Open space, Intergovernmental Coordination and Capital
Improvement.
Please see the attached Justification Statement.
4. How does the proposed project comply with City requirements for preservation of natural resources
and native vegetation (Section 78-30 1 , Land Development Regulations)?
Please see the attached Justification Statement.
5. How will the proposed project comply with City requirements for Art in Public Places (Chapter 78-
26 1, Land Development Regulations)?
Please see the attached Justification Statement.
6. Has project received concurrency certification?
NO, APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN SUBMITTED TO THE APPLICABLE AGENCIES
Date received:
Legal Description of the Subiect Property
(Attach additional sheets if needed)
Or see attached deed for legal description.
Please refer to attached survey for Legal Description.
Location
The subject property is located approximately 0 mde(s) from the intersection of Hood Road and
Alternate A1A , on the - x north, -east, -south, xwest side of the intersection
(streetlroad).
ApPlicant's Certification
I/We affirm and certify that I/we understand and will comply with the land development regulations of
the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. I/wE further certify that the statements or diagrams made on
any paper or plans submitted herewith are true to the best of my/our knowledge and belief. Further,
I/we understand that this application, attachments, and application filing fees become a part of the
official records of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, and are not returnable.
Applicant is: *
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City, State, Zip Code
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Telephone Number
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Fax Number
E-Mail Address
Statement of Ownership and Designation of Authorized Agent
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i- who, being by me first duly sworn, on oath deposed and says:
That he/she is the fee simple title owner of the property described in the attached
Legal Description.
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Approval of Annexation, Rezoning,
Comprehensive Plan Amendment,Site Plan,
2. That he/she is requesting and Concurrency in the
City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
3. That he/she has appointed Land Design South to act
as authorized agent on hisher behalf to accomplish the above project.
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CITY PALM BEACH GARDENS
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION
Planning and Zoning Division
Growth Management Department
CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
10500 North Military Trail
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
(561) 799-4243 Fax (561) 799-4281
Request :
- Planned Community Development (PCD)
- Planned Unit Development (PUD)
- Amendment to PCD, PUD or Site Plan
- Conditional Use
- Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan
- Administrative Approval - Miscellaneous
- Administrative Appeal - Other
- Annexation
- Rezoning
- Site Plan Review
- x Concurrency Certificate
- Time Extension
Date Submitted: Auqust 15, 2008
Project Name: Frenchman’s Crossing
Owner: Live Land Oak LLC Address: Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
4063 Hood Road
Applicant (if not Owner):
Applicant’s Address: Telephone No.
Agent: Land Design South
E-Mail: j tighe@landdesignsouth. com
Agent’s Telephone Number: 561-478-8501 Fax Number: 561-478-5012
Petition Number:
Fees Received
Date & Time Received:
L
Application $ Engineering $
Receipt Number:
-chit&: Wiener and Associates Phone Number: 56 1 - 75 0 - 4 111
Engineer: Caulf ield and Wheeler Phone Number: 561-392-1991
Planner: Land Desiqn South Phone Number: 5 6 1-47 8 - 8 5 0 1
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Landscape Architect: Land Design South Phone Number: 56 1 - 4 7 8 - 8 50 1
Site Information:
General Location:
Note: Petitioners shall submit electronic digital files of
approved projects. See attachment for details.
NWC Corner of Hood Road and Alternate A1A
Address: 4063 Hood Road
42 Section: 36 Township: 41 Range:
Property Control Number(s): o o - 42 -4 1 - 3 6 - o o - o o o - 103 o
Acreage: 10.00 Current Zoning: AR/SE (pBC) Requested Zoning: CG-l pm (PBG)
Flood Zone Base Flood Elevation (BFE) - to be indicated on site plan
Current Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation: MR5 (PBC)
Existing Land Use: MR5 (PBC) Requested Land Use: (PBG)
Proposed Use(s) i.e. hotel, single family residence, etc.: Retail
Proposed Square Footage by Use: Retail = 62 I 200 s . F.
Proposed Number and Type of Dwelling Unit(s) i.e. single family, multifamily, etc. (if applicable):
Justification
Information concerning all requests (attach additional sheets if needed.)
{Section 78-46, Application Procedures, Land Development Regulations}
2. What will be the impact of the proposed change on the surrounding area?
Please see the attached Justification Statement.
3. Describe how the rezoning request complies with the City’s Vision Plan and the following elements
of the City’s Comprehensive Plan - Future Land Use, Transportation, Housing, Infrastructure, Coastal
Management, Conservation, Recreation and Open space, Intergovernmental Coordination and Capital
Improvement.
Please see the attached Justification Statement.
4. How does the proposed project comply with City requirements for preservation of natural resources
and native vegetation (Section 78-30 1, Land Development Regulations)?
Please see the attached Justification Statement.
5. How will the proposed project comply with City requirements for Art in Public Places (Chapter 78-
26 1, Land Development Regulations)?
Please see the attached Justification Statement.
6. Has project received concurrency certification?
NO, APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN SUBMITTED TO THE APPLICABLE AGENCIES
Date received:
Legal Description of the Subiect Property
(Attach additional sheets if needed)
Or see attached deed for legal description.
Please refer to attached survey for Legal Description.
Location
The subject property is located approximately 0 mile(s) from the intersection of Hood Road and
Alternate A1A , on the - x north, -east, -south >- xwest side of the intersection
(streevroad).
Applicant's Certification
I/We affirm and certify that Uwe understand and will comply with the land development regulations of
the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. I/WE further certify that the statements or diagrams made on
any paper or plans submitted herewith are true to the best of my/our knowledge and belief. Further,
I/we understand that this application, attachments, and application filing fees become a part of the
official records of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, and are not returnable.
Applicant is:
Owner x
- Optionee
- Lessee
- Agent
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City, State, Zip Code I
(m) (4700 -01 I c
Teleplione Number
Contract Purchaser (TU )416. 5-wz - Fax Number
E-Mail Address
Statement of Ownership and Designation of Authorized Agent
Before me, the undersigned authority, personally appeared s-3 5 t'Ph a- [-C/L) ('k ,
/k&fc ct (1 //CI rl d,k-!l( 1l-F I' who, being by me first duly sworn, on oath deposed and says:
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1. That he/she is the fee simple title owner of the property described in the attached
Approval of Annexation, Rezoning,
Comprehensive Plan Amendment,Site Plan,
Legal Description.
2. That he/she is requesting and Concurrency in the
City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
3. That he/she has appointed Land Design South to act
as authorized agent on hisher behalf to accomplish the above project.
@' P.O.Box City, State, Zip Code
I Landscape Architecture I Environmental Services
I Transportation
561-478-8501 FAX 561-478-5012 2101 Centrepark West Drive, Suite 100, West Palm Beach, Florida 33409
Justification Statement
Frenchman’s Crossing
Request for Annexation into the City of Palm Beach Gardens,
Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, Site Plan Review and Concurrency Certification
Submitted August 20,2007
Resubmitted December 21 , 2007
Resubmitted February 08,2008
Resubmitted August 27,2008
Resubmitted October 22,2008
Resubmitted November 26,2008
7 ; r“ +”. Nature of the Request
The purpose of this application is to make the following request:
0 Annexation of the project site into the City of Palm Beach Gardens.
A Comprehensive Plan / Future Land Use amendment designating the site as Commercial.
0 A rezoning to assign the property General Commercial (CG-1) zoning designation.
0 Site Plan Review
0 Concurrency Certification
Property History 8, Site Characteristics
The 10.00-acre subject property is located at the northwest corner of Hood Road and Alternate A-I-A.
The subject property is currently located within unincorporated Palm Beach County and is surrounded
on all four sides by the City of Palm Beach Gardens. The subject property currently retains a Palm
Beach County Zoning designation of Agricultural ResidentiaVSpecial Exception (ARISE) and a Future
Land Use designation of Medium Residential-5 (MR-5). The site is currently occupied by a
campground/RV facility as allowed per special exception granted by Palm Beach County on April 4,
1978.
Nature of Proposed Project
The proposed project is a redevelopment project that seeks to enhance the value of the site to the City
of Palm Beach Gardens and the surrounding residents. The site is an enclave, surrounded by the City
on all sides. The result is that the site impacts the City’s infrastructure yet remains outside of its control.
This isolated condition is generally undesirable. This application seeks to resolve this condition through
the annexation of the site.
Currently, the RV Park located on the site is an inefficient use, creating a generally transient nature and
lacking the site amenities generally called for within the City’s Zoning Code and Comprehensive Plan.
In an effort to meet the needs of the surrounding community the applicant is proposing to redevelop the
property as a commercial use that will provide a variety of neighborhood serving uses to the
surrounding community. The site plan accompanying this application has been designed to
accommodate a Supermarket as we!! as general retail uses.
Land Use/Compliance and Zoninq Desiqnations
The 10.00-acre subject property is located at the northwest corner of Alternate AI A & Hood Road. The
current zoning designation is Agricultural ResidentiaVSpecial Exception (AR/SE). The proposed zoning a
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designation of General Commercial (CG-1) is consistent with the proposed Comprehensive Plan Future
Land Use designation of Commercial (C).
To the north and west of the subject property is Evergrene PUD, which retains a zoning designation of
Planned Community District Overlay (PCD) and a Future Land Use designation of Residential Medium
(RM). The proposed development will be designed in such a manner that it will be consistent with the
character of the adjacent development.
To the south on the opposite side of Hood Road is the Seacoast Utility Authority Water Treatment
Plant, which has a zoning designation of Publicllnstitutional (PA) and a Future Land Use designation of
Public (P). The required parkway buffer on the south side of the subject property coupled with the
Hood Road right-of-way will allow for a development that is adequately buffered from the water
treatment plant.
To the east of the subject property on the opposite side of Alternate A-1-A is Frenchmen’s Reserve
PUD, which has a zoning designation of Planned Development Area (PDA) and a Future Land Use
designation of Residential Low (RL). The proposed development will be designed in such a manner
that it will be consistent with the character of the adjacent development.
Access
The sole vehicular ingresslegress for the subject site will be at the southwest corner of the subject site,
along Hood Road. The existing median cut will allow for a left-turn entrance only into the site. A right
turn lane ingress lane has also been provided on the plan.
An 12’ wide pedestrian pathway is located within the 55’ corridor buffer along Hood Road. Pedestrian
paths exist throughout the site linking proposed uses. Bicycle parking is appropriately located
throughout the site to encourage non-motorized utilization of the site.
Vehicular Parkin
Plan submitted with this application provides a breakdown of required and provided vehicular parking
for the commercial uses. The proposed site plan meets all parking requirements.
@ The proposed veghicular parking for the site is appropriately dispersed throughout the site. The Site
Bicycle Parkinq
The Site Plan for the parcel provides a breakdown of required and provided bicycle parking for the
commercial uses. The proposed development satisfies the required number of bicycle parking spaces.
Impact on Surrounding Properties
The development program for this site is intended to provide needed services to the surrounding
neighborhoods. The layout of the site is intended to eliminate any negative impact on the adjacent
properties. In addition to the buffering that exists on the neighboring parcels, the site provides internal
buffers on all sides.
A 55-foot parkway buffer is provided, as required, along Hood Road to further the intent of the City’s
Parkway Overlay District. The northern and western boundaries of the subject site meet code buffering
requirements by providing a I5 foot. Additionally, these buffers include a 6’ high opaque wall on top of a
2’ berm to further enhance the buffer screening as requested by Staff. The eastern border of the site
provides a 20-foot landscape buffer. Adjacent to this buffer is the EPB-3 canal, with a minimum 100’
easement which runs the length of the eastern property line.
Land Development Regulations
The stated intent of the Palm Beach Gardens Land Development Regulations are to: “Guide and
encourage the orderly and beneficial development of future growth and development consistent with
the City’s Comprehensive Plan.” By annexing the subject property, the City will be able to insure that
Frenchman’s Crossing Page 2 of 7 August 27,2008
3 the property will adhere to this goal. The City’s Land Development Regulations also require the City to
“Protect and enhance the aesthetics and character of all parts of the city”, and “Protect and conserve
the value of land, buildings and improvements and minimize conflicts among uses of land and
buildings.” The quality and design of the project will greatly enhance the aesthetics of this
neighborhood. The opportunities and uses provided, combined with the quality and nature of the
development, will result in overall project which will serve as an asset to the surrounding community. 0
Parkway Overlay District
The Palm Beach Gardens Parkway Overlay District was created to accomplish a variety of objectives.
These objectives include: preserve the- urban beauty though landscape requirements, provide
residents with a safe and aesthetic multiuse pathway system, and provide a buffer between designated
roadways and the adjacent development.
The proposed project will assist the City in achieving these goals. The site plan features a 55-foot
corridor buffer along the property’s Hood Road frontage. This buffer wiJI include substantial
landscaping throughout, a multi-use pathway that links the subject property to adjacent uses, and a
location for public art.
Art in Public Places
The City of Palm Beach Gardens Chapter 78-261 of the Land Development Regulations details the
creation of an Arts Advisory board and the requirements for new developments to provide art in public
places. The proposed site plan has reserved a prominent position within the 55’ corridor buffer to site
the public artwork. The developer will coordinate with the City to assure that the requirements for the
purchase and maintenance of the public art is met.
a. VisibiIity: The proposed public art location will be visible to both internal and external pedestrian
and vehicular traffic.
b. Planning Integration: Again, all public art locations are highly visible and serve as integral
components of the proposed development.
c. Landscape Integration: All landscape has been designed to complement the proposed art
location and will be further refined upon the final selection of pieces.
d. Lighting: All proposed public art will be tastefully lit in an unobtrusive manner.
Landscaping
Included with this submittal are Landscape Plans that detail the perimeter landscape buffers, parkway
corridor enhancements, entry and signage, and streetscape. The required landscape points are based
on a definition of open space that includes perimeter buffers and pervious landscape area between
structures. The proposed landscaping is consistent with similar planned developments in terms of
selected plant material and proposed sizes at the time of installation.
Liqhtinq
A Photometric Plan has been included with this submittal.
Drainaae
Drainage for the subject property will be handled through a series of inlets and culverts that outfall into
the adjacent canal on the eastern side of the property.
Siqnaqe
All proposed signage will be consistent with the proposed architecture in terms of material, finish, and
color. Final location of all proposed traffic signage shall be established by the Engineer of Record.
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Requested Waivers
The following table provides a breakdown of requested waivers. Per LDR Section 78-154, a
development with a PUD overlay may request waivers from specified property development regulations
in an effort to encourage creative and innovative design.
DEVELOPMENT
REGULATION
FlaWall Signs for Principal Structure
or Principal Tenant
LDR Sec. 78-285 Table 24:
Permanent Signs
LDR Sec. 78-344 (Figure 15)
1
2 Wheel Stops
- 3
- 4
FlaWall Signs for Ground Floor
Users
LDR Sec. 78-285 Table 24:
Permanent Signs
Section 78-153 Table 12: Non-
residential zoning district regulations
PROPOSED REQUIRED
STANDARD STANDARD
Three (3) FlaWall
Signs for the
Principal Structure bay
No wheel stops to be
provided for all non-
curbed parking parallel parking
One (1) flaffwall sign
per tenant space or
One wheel stop to be
provided for all non-
spaces I spaces
Two (2) flatlwall signs I One (1) flatlwall sign
per tenant space or
bay
43' average height
Maximum building between peaks and
height of 36 feet eaves on west and
south facade
DEVIATION
Increase of two (2)
flatlwall signs for the
principal structure
(Waiver request)
Waiver request from
wheel stop
requirement
Increase of one (1)
flatlwall sign per
tenant space or bay
feet on between
peaksandeaveson
west and south
Waiver Request #?:
The Petitioner is requesting a Waiver from LDR Sec. 78-285 Table 24: Permanent Signs, this section
permits one flatlwall sign for Principal Structures or Principal Tenant Space. The applicant is proposing
three flat wall signs for Building A which will be the Principal Tenant. Due to the unique configuration
of the site, Building A will have frontage on Alternate AIA to the east, but its primary entrance will be
located interior to the site on the west facade of the building. Due to this unique configuration, the
applicant is requesting an increase in flat wall signs to assist in identification of the building. The
primary entrance on the west facade will be provided with the dominant flat wall sign. The signs located
on the south and east facades will be of a smaller scale, to provide identification of the building from the
adjacent right of way as well as from the interior of the site.
Waiver Request #2:
The petitioner is requesting a Waiver from LDR Sec. 78-344 (Figure 15) which requires one wheel stop
for all non-parallel parking spaces. The applicant is requesting a waiver from this requirement for all
non-curbed parking spaces. For all parking stalls, the applicant has provided the required parking stall
depth and width, but is requesting a waiver from providing wheel stops for the non-curbed parking
spaces due to nature of the proposed use. Given the typical patterns of pedestrian movement
throughout the proposed parking areas and the use of stamped concrete/decorative pavement in front
of the Publix Building, the applicant feels that the inclusion of wheel stops in these parking spaces
could resuit in a potential tripping hazard. As such the applicant is requesting a waiver from the
requirement .
Waiver Request #3:
The Petitioner is requesting a Waiver from LDR Sec. 78-285 Table 24: Permanent Signs, this section
permits one (1) flaffwall sign per tenant space or bay. As the applicant is proposing tenant space which
will have dual access from the north and south of the building, the applicant is requesting two (2)
flatlwall signs per tenant space or bay. The applicant is proposing that the first sign will be located on
the north facade of the tenant spaces on the interior of the site, while the second sign will be located on
the south facade, adjacent to Hood Road. The proposed increase in tenant signage has been
requested to assist in identification of the tenant space from the interior and exterior of the site.
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7 Waiver Request #4:
The petitioner is requesting a Waiver from LDR Sec. 78-153 Table 12: Zoning Regulations, this section
allows for a maximum building height of 36 feet to the peaks and eaves of a roof. The applicant is
proposing building elevations that have been designed to include architectural detailing which
compliments the architectural design of the surrounding areas. The tower features assists in providing a
varied roofline and architectural relief to the building’s fapde. While the primary flat roof provided for
the building maintains a height of 30’, a portion of the proposed architectural features and towers
extend to 43’ to provide the roofline variation, specifically on the south and west facades.
Compliance with the City’s Comprehensive Plan
The proposed project will further the goals of the city to improve the quality of life of all of its residents.
The site will comply with the City’s Comprehensive Plan and will meet or exceed the performance
requirements defined by the Comprehensive Plan.
Future Land Use Element
The Palm Beach Gardens Comprehensive Plan states the following criteria for sites designated as
Commercial developments:
The C designation is intended to accommodate a wide range of retail and general commercial
uses. It is a site-specific designation that depicts existing commercial uses and proposed future
commercial areas at primary intersections.. .. Commercial land use activities will be limited in
intensity to a maximum lot coverage of 35% of the site and a maximum building height of 50
feet. The land development regulations may further restrict intensities.
The proposed development provides a range of commercial uses and is located at a primary
intersection. In addition, the proposed development complies with the maximum lot coverage and
building height requirements.
Preservation of Natural Resources
The site is currently sparsely vegetated. The majority of the site is utilized for improvements related to
the existing RV Park. As noted in the Environmental Assessment the existing vegetation is scattered
throughout the site and does not feature any existing habitats. The proposed site plan features open
space as well as a heavily landscaped corridor buffer along Hood Road.
Transportation Element
The transportation element of the Palm Beach Gardens Comprehensive Plan states the following goal:
The transportation system in Palm Beach Gardens shall be convenient, safe and efficient for all
persons living in and traveling through the City.
The proposed project will in no way adversely affect the City’s ability to meet this goal. The traffic study
submitted as part of the application package reflects the ability to maintain adequate level of service on
the surrounding roads. In addition pedestrian linkages, bicycle parking will be provided on the site to
promote non-motorized transportation.
Infrastructure Element
The Infrastructure Element of the Palm Beach Gardens Comprehensive Plan states the following goals:
Provide adequate central sanitary sewage facilities for residents and commercial
development in the city.
Provide access to solid waste management and disposal facilities for the City of Palm Beach
Gardens through the planning period of the year 2015.
Provide adequate city-wide drainage and stormwater management for all property in the city a
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The provision of a safe, healthy and dependable potable water supply to all residents and
businesses in the city.
Increase groundwater recharge where practicable.
The proposed project has received concurrency certification. The project will in no way adversely affect
the City’s ability to meet the above stated goals. Stormwater management will be contained within the
site and is detailed in the projects drainage statement.
Coastal Management Element
The project site is not located within the coastal region of Palm Beach Gardens and as such will in no
way hinder the City’s ability to meet the goals and objectives of its Coastal Management Element with
the Comprehensive Plan.
Conservation Element
The Conservation Element of the PBG Comprehensive Plan states the following goal:
The natural resource of the City of Palm Beach Gardens shall be preserved or managed in a
manner which maximizes their protection, functions, and values.
An Environmental Assessment report has been submitted as part of this application package. The
report details the existing conditions on the property. Because the site is a redevelopment project, the
natural resources of the City will not be affected.
Recreation and Open Space Element
The Recreation and Open Space Element of the PBG Comprehensive Plan states the following goal:
Adequate recreation and open space facilities and areas offering a broad range of activities,
convenient access, appropriate improvements, and sound management shall be provided to all
citizens of Palm Beach Gardens with active and passive recreation opportunities in the interests
of personal health, entertainment, and constructive use of leisure time. 0
The regulations for this site do not provide any required specifications for recreational uses on the site.
Standard impact fees resulting from the site’s development will be paid, as required by the City.
lnterqovernmental Coordination Element
The Intergovernmental Coordination Element of the PBG Comprehensive Plan states the following
goal:
Establish effective coordination measures among all pertinent public and quasi-public entities so
to best maintain Palm Beach Gardens’ quality of life and efficient use of resources.
The project will not negatively affect the ability of Palm Beach Gardens to meet the stated goal of
establishing effective coordination among government entities.
Capital Improvement Element
The Capital Improvement Element of the PBG Comprehensive Plan states the following goal:
Palm Beach Gardens shall undertake actions necessary to adequately provide needed public
facilities to all residents within its jurisdiction so as to protect investments in existing facilities,
maximize the use of existing facilities, and promote orderly, compact development.
The project site is currently surrounded by Palm Beach Gardens. Any travel to or from the site
currently impacts the City’s infrastructure. By annexing it, and assigning a Palm Beach Gardens zoning
Frenchman’s Crossing Page 6 of 7 August 27,2008
). and land use designations, the City can assure that orderly, compact development is maintained on the
site.
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CITY PALM BEACH GARDENS
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION
Petition Number:
Fees Received
Date & Time Received:
-’ Application $ Engineering $ G
Receipt Number:
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Planning and Zoning Division
Growth Management Department
CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
10500 North Military Trail
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
(561) 799-4243 Fax (561) 799-4281
(1, -5s
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Rea ues t :
- Planned Community Development (PCD)
- Planned Unit Development (PUD)
- Amendment to PCD, PUD or Site Plan
- Conditional Use
- x Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan
- Administrative Approval - Miscellaneous
- Annexation
- Rezoning
- Site Plan Review
- Concurrency Certificate
- Time Extension
Other - Administrative Appeal _.
Date Submitted: mqust 15, 2008 Project Name: Frenchman’ s Crossing
Owner: Live Land Oak LLC Address: Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
4063 Hood Road
Applicant (if not Owner):
Applicant’s Address: Telephone No.
Agent: Land Design South
Contact Person: Jennifer M. Tighe E-Mail: jtighe@landdesignsouth.com
Agent’s Mailing Address: 2101 Centrepark West Drive, #lo0 West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Agent’s Telephone Number: 561-478-8501 Fax Number: 561-478-5012
Engineer: Caulf ield and Wheeler Phone Number: 561-392-1991
Planner: Land Design south Phone Number: 56 1-4 78 - 8 5 0 1
Landscape Architect: Land Design South Phone Number: 561-478-8501
Site Information: Note: Petitioners shall submit electronic digital files of
See attachment for details. approved projects.
GeneralLocation: NWC Corner of Hood Road and Alternate A1A
Address: 4063 Hood Road
Section: 36 Township: 41 Range: 42
Property Control Number(s): 0 0 - 42 -4 1 - 3 6 - 0 0 - 000 - 103 0
Acreage: 10.00 Current Zoning: (pBC) Requested Zoning: CG-l pm (PBG)
Flood Zone Base Flood Elevation (BFE) - to be indicated on site plan
Current Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation:
Existing Land Use: MR5 (PBC) Requested Land Use: C (PBG)
Proposed Use(s) i.e. hotel, single family residence, etc.: Retail
MR5 (PBC)
Proposed Square Footage by Use: Retail = 62,200 S.F.
Proposed Number and Type of Dwelling Unit(s) i.e. single family, multifamily, etc. (if applicable):
Justification
Information concerning all requests (attach additional sheets if needed.)
{Section 78-46, Application Procedures, Land Development Regulations}
2. What will be the impact of the proposed change on the surrounding area?
Please see the attached Justification Statement.
3. Describe how the rezoning request complies with the City’s Vision Plan and the following elements
of the City’s Comprehensive Plan - Future Land Use, Transportation, Housing, Infrastructure, Coastal
Management, Conservation, Recreation and Open space, Intergovernmental Coordination and Capital
Improvement.
Please see the attached Justification Statement.
4. How does the proposed project comply with City requirements for preservation of natural resources
and native vegetation (Section 78-30 1, Land Development Regulations)?
Please see the attached Justification Statement.
5. How will the proposed project comply with City requirements for Art in Public Places (Chapter 78-
26 1, Land Development Regulations)?
Please see the attached Justification Statement.
6. Has project received concurrency certification?
NO, APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN SUBMITTED TO THE APPLICABLE AGENCIES.
Date received:
Legal Description of the Subiect Property
(Attach additional sheets if needed)
Or see attached deed for legal description.
Please refer to attached survey for Legal Description.
Location
The subject property is located approximately 0 mile(s) from the intersection of Hood Road and
Alternate A1A , on the 2 north, -east, -south, >west side of the intersection
(streeuroad).
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Applicant’s Certification
I/We aErm and ccrtify that Uwe understand and will comply with the land development regulations of
the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. I/WE further certify that the statements or diagrams made on
any paper or plans submitted herewith are true to the best of my/our knowledge and belief. Further,
I/we understand that this application, attachments, and application filing fees become a part of the
official records of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, and are not returnable.
Applicant is:
Owner x
- Optionee
- Lessee
- Agent
Telephone Number
- Contract Purchaser (9d 1 $76 s-6 f,z
Fax Number
E-Mail Address
Statement of Ownership and Desivnation of Authorized Agent
Before me, the undersigned authority, personally appeared --AS Pp-h 3,
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1. That he/she is the fee simple title owner of the property described in the attached
Approval of Annexation, Rezoning,
Comprehensive Plan Amendment,Site Plan,
Legal Description.
2. That helshe is requesting and Concurrency in the
City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
3. That hehhe has appointed Land Design South to act
as authorized agent on hisher behalf to accomplish the above project.
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650 Evergrene Parhway
Palin Beach Gardens, Florida 33410
Tel: 561-626-1991 Fax: 561-626-7186
November 3,2008
Craig Kunkle
Chai rm ,an
Planning Board
City of Palm Beach Gardens
10500 N. Military Trail
Palm Reach Gardens, FL 3341 0
Re: Hood Road & Alternate A1A
Dear Mr. Kunkle
Land Design South has done an excellent job keeping the Evergrene Board informed of the proposed project
for the above-referenced property and ihe various changes that have taken place over the last two year.
We strongly support the proposed +/- 45,500 sq. fi. Publis and in line retail that is being proposed for the KV
site. Over the years, Evergrene has spent significant time and money dealing with issues relating to the RV
park. Residents of the park jump thc fence and utilize our club's facilities. In addition, we have had
equipment iaken froin the coinmunity arid have it show up at the RV park.
With the commitments from the developer identified in my June 18, 2008 correspondence, we request that
the Planning Board approve this pro-ject. We have an Evergrene Board Meeting on November 10th;
therefore, we can not attend the workshop.
Thank you for your service to the City of Palm Beach Gardens.
Sincerely,
Jim President Keele % of Evergrene
5. A 6' foot high concrete or pre-cast wall shall be located within the north and west property
line perimeter. The wall shall be finished stucco and screened on both sides with a 0 landscape buffer.
Please let us know,if you have additional questions. (.-q;$ Presid nt of th Eve grene Master Association
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and the Palm Beach Gardens City Council
; Palm Beach Gardens Project Manager
Mayor Eric Jablin
Charlotte Presensky
650 Evergrene Parhway
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33410
Tel: 561-626-1991 Fax: 561-626-7186
November 3,2008
Craig Kuilklc
Chairman
Planning Board
City of Palm Beach Gardens
10500 N. Military Trail
Palm Reach Gardens, FL 3341 0
Re: Hood Road & Alternate A1A
Dear Mr. Kurlkle
Land Design South has done an excellent job keeping the Evergrene Board informed of the proposed project
for the above-referenced property and the various changes that have taken place over the last two year.
We strongly support the proposed +/- 45.500 sq. fi. Publis and in line retail that is being proposed for thc RV
site. Over the years, Evergrene has spent significant time aid moiiey dealing with issues relating to the RV
equipiiient taken froin the community and have it show up at the RV park.
0 park. Residents of the park jump thc fence and utilize our club’s facilities. In addition, we have had
With the commitments from the developcr identified in my June 18,2008 correspondence, we request that
the Planning Board approve this project. We have an Evergrene Board Meeting on November 10th;
therefore, we can not attend the workshop.
Thank you for YOUT service to the City of Palm Beach Gardens.
Sincerely,
Jim President Keele 9 of Evergrene
5. A 6' foot high concrete or pre-cast wall shall be located within the north and west property
line perimeter. The wall shall be finished stucco and screened on both sides with a
landscape buffer.
Please let us know,if you have additional questions.
COPY'
and the Palm Beach Gardens City Council
; Palm Beach Gardens Project Manager
Mayor Eric Jablin
Charlotte Presensky
650 Evergrene Parkway
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33410
TcI: 561-622-7589 Fax: 561-626-7186
June 18,2008
Jennifer Tighe
Land Design South
2101 Center Park West Drive, Suite 100
West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Dear Mrs. Tighe,
We appreciate your presenting the proposed site plan and project known as Frenchman's Crossing
to our Board and community this past Monday night.
As you know from our previous letter, the Publix and Assisted Living facility were approved by the
Board of Directors and community. With the new proposed retail space and removal of the
Assisted Living facility from the site plan, The Evergrene Master Association has approved the new
plan contingent upon the conditions for the previous site plan.
Therefore, we request that the hours of loading be limited. In addition, it is our understanding that
Publix and many other neighborhood grocery stores have agreed to conditions limiting loading
hours throughout Palm Beach County so this request should be easily accommodated.
The second request is to insure the location of your trash receptacles as far away from our
property line as possible to reduce the odor and noise from the garbage pickup. Along with these
two items, The Evergrene Master Association approves the proposed development contingent
upon the adoption of these conditions of approval as part of the Ordinance:
1. All outdoor lighting used to illuminate the subject property and identification signs shall be of
low intensity, minimum necessary to satisfy Palm Beach Gardens Security Code and
shielded and directed down and away from the adjacent properties and streets.
2. All outdoor lighting shall be extinguished one half hour after the last employee leaves the
store excluding security lighting only.
3. All areas or receptacles for the storage and disposal of trash, garbage, recyclable material
or vegetation, such as dumpsters and trash compactors, shall not be located within 75' feet
from any residential property line.
4. With the exception of bread deliveries, all deliveries for the property shall not commence
prior to 530 am nor occur after 11 pm weekdays. With the exception of bread deliveries, all
deliveries for the property shall not commence prior to 530 am nor occur after 11 pm daily.
Bread deliveries are excluded from this requirement.
December 10,2008
Richard Marrero
City of Palm Beach Gardens
Senior Planner
10500 N. Military Trail
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Dear Richard,
In response to your request to provide justification for the waiver requests, please see the responses
1
2
3
4
below: If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact our office.
DEVELOPMENT
REGULATION
FlatMlall Signs for Principal Structure
or Principal Tenant
LDR Sec. 78-285 Table 24:
Permanent Signs
Wheel Stops
LDR Sec. 78-344 (Figure 15)
FlatMlall Signs for Ground Floor
Users
LDR Sec. 78-285 Table 24:
Permanent Signs
Height Requirement
LDR Sec. 78-153 Table 12: PDR
Chart Non-Residential
PROPOSED
STANDARD
Three (3) FlatMlall
Signs for the
Principal Structure
No wheel stops to be
provided for all non-
curbed parking
spaces
Two (2) flathall signs
per tenant space or
bay
43’ average height
between peaksand
eaves on west and
south facade
REQUIRED
STANDARD
One (1) flatlwall sign
per tenant space or
bay
One wheel stop to be
provided for all non-
parallel parking
spaces
One (1) flathall sign
per tenant space or
bay
36’ average height
between peaks and
eaves on west and
south facade
D EVI AT1 0 N
Increase of two (2)
flaffwall signs for the
principal structure
(Waiver request)
Waiver request from
wheel stop
requirement
Increase of one (1)
flaffwall sign per
tenant space or bay
(waiver request)
Increase of seven (7)
feet between peaks
and eaves on west
and south facade
WAIVER #I
1. The request is consistent with the city’s comprehensive plan.
The requested wall sign waiver is consistent with the proposed future land use and in not in conflict with
any section of the City’s Comprehensive Plan.
2. The request is consistent with the the purpose and intent of this section.
The applicant is proposing three flat wall signs for Building A which will be the Principal Tenant. Due to
the unique configuration of the site, Building A will have frontage on Alternate AIA to the east, but its
primary entrance will be located interior to the site on the west faGade of the building. Due to this
unique configuration, the applicant is requesting an increase in flat wall signs to assist in identification
of the building. The primary entrance on the west faGade will be provided with the dominant flat wall
sign. The signs located on the south and east facades will be of a smaller scale, to provide identification
of the building from the adjacent right of way as well as from the interior of the site. The requested
signage waiver in consistent with the purpose and intent of the code as it provides important
identification of the property to users accessing the site from the adjacent right of ways as well as
internally to the site.
2101 Centrepark West Drive, Suite 100 I West Palm Beach, Florida 33409 I 561-478-8501 FAX 561-478-5012
1100 St. Lucie West Blvd., Suite 202 I Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986 I 772-871-7778 FAX 772-871-9992
3. The request is in support of and furthers the city goals, objectives, and policies to establish
development possessing architectural significance, pedestrian ameneties and linkages,
employment opportunities, reductions in vehicle trips, and a sense of place
The proposed site plan has been designed to include the above mentioned elements to meet the City’s
objectives for creating projects with a strong sense of place. Due to the unique configuration of the site,
the requested sign waiver supports the architectural significance of the structure by providing clear
identification of the use for all users of the property.
4. The request demonstrates that granting of the waiver will result in a development that
exceeds one or more of the minimum requirements for PUD’s.
The applicant has worked closely with staff to provide an innovative site design with exceeds code
requirements in many areas including setbacks, landscape materials, open space, and architectural
design. The requested waiver will support the enhanced architectural design as the building’s unique
orientation would be complemented through the inclusion of the requested signage to provide clear
identification of the use for all users of the site.
5. The request clearly demonstrates public benefits to be derived, including but not limited to
such benefits as no-cost dedication of rights-of-way, extensions of pedestrian linkages
outside of the project boundaries, preservation of important natural resources, and use of
desirable architectural, building, and site design techniques.
The requested sign waiver will serve as a public benefit by providing clear identification of the project
uses to all users of site. As explained previously, due to the unique site configuration, the requested
signage would serve as benefit in identifying the use from the adjacent right of way as well as for users
within the site.
6. The request for one or more waivers results from innovative design in which other minimum
standards are exceeded.
The applicant has worked with staff to provide a unique site design which provides enhanced four-sided
architectural design as well as exceeds landscape, setback and open space requirements for the
overall site.
7. The request demonstrates that granting of the waiver will result in preservation of valuable
natural resources, including environmentally-sensitive lands, drainage, and rechard areas,
and coastal areas.
The granting of the signage waiver will not negatively impact any of the above listed resources.
8. Sufficient screening and buffering, if required, are provided to screen adjacent uses from
adverse impacts caused by a waiver.
The granting of the waiver will not cause any adverse conditions on adjacent uses however sufficient
screening has been provided through landscape buffers required by the land development regulations.
2101 Centrepark West Drive, Suite 100 I West Palm Beach, Florida 33409 I 561-478-8501 FAX 561-478-5012
1100 St. Lucie West Blvd., Suite 202 I Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986 I 772-871-7778 FAX 772-871-9992
The waiver does not include a sign located on the northern faqade as it is the closest in distance to the
adjacent community.
9. The request is not based solely or predominately on economic reasons.
The waiver request is not based upon economic reasons, the signage waiver has been requested to aid
in identification of the uses for all users of the site.
IO. The request will be compatible with existing and potential land uses adjacent to the
development site.
The waiver request is compatible with the adjacent land uses. The proposed signage has been
located to provide clear identification of the use from the adjacent right of way as well as from the
interior of the site. Signage has not been requested for the northern elevation to maintain consistency
with the adjacent use.
11. The request demonstrates the development will be in harmony with the general purpose and
intent of this section, and that such waiver or waivers will not be injuriuos to the area
involved or otherwsie detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare.
The waiver request will not be injurious to the area involved or detrimental to the health, safety, and
welfare of the general public. The request will allow for a sufficiently identified project thus benefiting
the general public and the development’s users. 0
WAIVER #2
1. The request is consistent with the city’s comprehensive plan.
The requested wall sign waiver is consistent with the proposed future land use and in not in conflict with
any section of the City’s Comprehensive Plan.
2. The request is consistent with the purpose and intent of this section.
The requested wheel stop waiver is consistent with the intent of the code. Due to the nature of the
proposed site uses, the applicant feels that the inclusion of wheel stops would represent a tripping
hazard to users of the site. Publix, one of the proposed site users further confirmed this concern in a
letter to the City indicating that they have significant concern over the use of wheel stops as they can
cause physical injury to customers and employees as a result of trips and falls. Due to this concern a
waiver from the requirement has been requested. The applicant feels that this request is in the best
interest of the public safety and welfare thus meeting the intent of the code.
3. The request is in support of and furthers the city goals, objectives, and policies to establish
development possessing architectural significance, pedestrian ameneties and linkages,
employment opportunities, reductions in vehicle trips, and a sense of place
The requested waiver eliminates a potential tripping hazard for users of the site which would provide
safer pedestrian linkages throughout the site thus supporting the city’s goals.
2101 Centrepark West Drive, Suite 100 I West Palm Beach, Florida 33409 I 561-478-8501 FAX 561-478-5012
1100 St. Lucie West Blvd., Suite 202 I Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986 I 772-871-7778 FAX 772-871-9992
4. The request demonstrates that granting of the waiver will result in a development that
exceeds one or more of the minimum requirements for PUD’s.
In association with the request wheel stop waiver, the applicant has worked with staff to provide
additional site features which exceed the minimum site requirements. These include, providing a
stronger pedestrian connection linkage as well as decorative pavers or stamped concrete in front of the
Publix location. In addition to these items the site plan also was designed to exceed open space,
landscape, and setback requirements as well as to provide enhanced four sided architecture for all site
buildings.
5. The request clearly demonstrates public benefits to be derived, including but not limited to
such benefits as no-cost dedication of rights-of-way, extensions of pedestrian linkages
outside of the project boundaries, presetvation of important natural resources, and use of
desirable architectural, building, and site design techniques.
The waiver request would result in a public benefit as it would eliminate a potential tripping hazard thus
increasing the safety of pedestrian accesses throughout the site.
6. The request for one or more waivers results from innovative design in which other minimum
standards are exceeded.
In association with the request wheel stop waiver, the applicant has worked with staff to provide
additional site features which exceed the minimum site requirements. These include, providing a
stronger pedestrian connection linkage as well as decorative pavers or stamped concrete in front of the
Publix location. In addition to these items the site plan also was designed to exceed open space,
landscape, and setback requirements as well as to provide enhanced four sided architecture for all site
buildings.
7. The request demonstrates that granting of the waiver will result in preservation of valuable
natural resources, including environmentally-sensitive lands, drainage, and rechard areas,
and coastal areas.
The requested variance will not negatively impact the above resources
8. Sufficient screening and buffering, if required, are provided to screen adjacent uses from
adverse impacts caused by a waiver.
The above requirement is not applicable to the requested waiver.
9. The request is not based solely or predominately on economic reasons.
The waiver request is not based on economic reason but rather is based upon providing a safe
environment for users of the site. The proposed request would result in a safer pedestrian movements
and connections as it would eliminate a potential tripping hazard.
10.The request will be compatible with existing and potential land uses adjacent to the
development site.
2101 Centrepark West Drive, Suite 100 I West Palm Beach, Florida 33409 I 561-478-8501 FAX 561-478-5012
1100 St. Lucie West Blvd., Suite 202 I Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986 I 772-871-7778 FAX 772-871-9992
The requested waiver will not have any affect on the existing and potential adjacent land uses. a
11. The request demonstrates the development will be in harmony with the general purpose and
intent of this section, and that such waiver or waivers will not be injuriuos to the area
involved or otherwsie detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare.
The requested wheel stop waiver will be in harmony with the intent of this section as it will eliminate a
potential tripping hazard for pedestrian site users, thus resulting in a safer site environment which will
benefit the public heath, safety and welfare.
WAIVER #3
1. The request is consistent with the city’s comprehensive plan.
The requested wall sign waiver is consistent with the proposed future land use and in not in conflict with
any section of the City’s Comprehensive Plan.
2. The request is consistent with the the purpose and intent of this section.
The requested sign waiver is consistent with the intent of the code. As identified on the site and
architectural plans, the proposed retail buildings have been designed to have dual frontage. The
buildings will have storefront located on the south faGade oriented toward Hood Road, as well storefront
on the northern faqade oriented toward the interior of the site. Due to this unique building configuration,
signage is warranted to provide clear identification of the building for all site users and to eliminate
confusion for users internal to the site. As the requested signage will aid users of the site in identifying
the proposed uses the waiver is considered to be consistent with the intent of the code to provide save
and orderly site design.
3. The request is in support of and furthers the city goals, objectives, and policies to establish
development possessing architectural significance, pedestrian ameneties and linkages,
employment opportunities, reductions in vehicle trips, and a sense of place
The proposed site plan has been designed to include the above mentioned elements to meet the City’s
objectives for creating projects with a strong sense of place. Due to the unique configuration of the site,
the requested sign waiver supports the architectural significance of the structure by providing clear
identification of the uses for all users of the property.
4. The request demonstrates that granting of the waiver will result in a development that
exceeds one or more of the minimum requirements for PUD’s.
The applicant has worked closely with staff to provide an innovative site design with exceeds code
requirements in many areas including setbacks, landscape materials, open space, and architectural
design. The requested waiver will support the enhanced architectural design as the building’s unique
orientation would be complemented through the inclusion of the requested signage to provide clear
identification of the use for all users of the site
2101 Centrepark West Drive, Suite 100 I West Palm Beach, Florida 33409 I 561-478-8501 FAX 561-478-5012
1100 St. Lucie West Blvd., Suite 202 I Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986 I 772-871-7778 FAX 772-871-9992
5. The request clearly demonstrates public benefits to be derived, including but not limited to
such benefits as no-cost dedication of rights-of-way, extensions of pedestrian linkages
outside of the project boundaries, preservation of important natural resources, and use of
desirable architectural, building, and site design techniques.
The requested signage waiver will serve as a public benefit as it will aid users of the site in identifying
site uses once they have entered the site, and are utilizing the northern storefront entrances. Without
the inclusion of the requested sign waiver, internal users of the site would not be provided with
identification of uses to aid in navigating to the correct business location. As such the requested waiver
serves as a public benefit as it will diminish confusion by providing clear identification of site uses.
6. The request for one or more waivers results from innovative design in which other minimum
standards are exceeded.
Throughout the design process, the applicant has worked with staff to provide a site design which
exceeds code requirements for open space, landscape material, architectural treatment and setbacks,
while providing an innovative site design solution. Through the use of dual storefront retail buildings the
applicant was able to locate the retail buildings to engage Hood Road, while still providing strong
pedestrian connections and linkages throughout and between all site uses. Through the inclusion of the
wall sign waiver the proposed buildings are clearly identified for all site users thus enhancing the overall
design solution.
7. The request demonstrates that granting of the waiver will result in preservation of valuable
natural resources, including environmentally-sensitive lands, drainage, and rechard areas,
and coastal areas.
The requested sign waiver will not negatively affect the above mentioned items.
8. Sufficient screening and buffering, if required, are provided to screen adjacent uses from
adverse impacts caused by a waiver.
The applicant does not anticipate that any adverse impacts will be created through inclusion of the
requested sign waiver. As mentioned previously, the sign waiver has been requested to provide
identification of the proposed uses for users within the site. The proposed buildings have been provided
with additional foundation landscape material to provide screening to compliment the building.
9. The request is not based solely or predominately on economic reasons.
The waiver request in not based solely upon economic reasons, rather the waiver has been requested
to provide clear identification of the uses which will aid users of the site in navigating to the desired
location. Through this request it is the applicant’s intent to provide a safer site for all users.
10.The request will be compatible with existing and potential land uses adjacent to the
development site.
The requested waiver will be compatible with the existing and potential land uses and will not result in
any adverse impacts to such. a
2101 Centrepark West Drive, Suite 100 I West Palm Beach, Florida 33409 I 561-478-8501 FAX 561-478-5012
1100 St. Lucie West Blvd., Suite 202 1 Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986 I 772-871-7778 FAX 772-871-9992
11. The request demonstrates the development will be in harmony with the general purpose and
intent of this section, and that such waiver or waivers will not be injuriuos to the area
involved or othewsie detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare.
0
The waiver request will not be injurious to the area involved or detrimental to the health, safety, and
welfare of the general public. The request will allow for a sufficiently identified project thus benefiting
the general public and the development’s users by providing clear identification of site uses thus aiding
in safe navigation of the site accordingly.
WAIVER #4
1. The request is consistent with the city’s comprehensive plan.
The waiver request is consistent with the comprehensive plan and is not in conflict with any
requirements identified within.
2. The request is consistent with the purpose and intent of this section.
The purpose and intent of this section is to provide for a building design which is consistent with the
adjacent uses and surrounding communities. The proposed building elevations have been designed to
include architectural detailing which compliments the architecture design of the surrounding areas.
This architectural detailing includes tower elements which aid in providing a varied roofline and
architectural relief in the faGade. While the primary flat roof provided for the building maintains a height
of 30’, a portion of the proposed architectural features and towers extend to 43’ to provide the roofline
variation. The applicant has worked closely with staff, as well and well taken into consideration
comments of the Planning and Zoning Board in providing the final building elevations, through this
process the applicant feels that the intent of the code to provide a consistent building has been met.
3. The request is in support of and furthers the city goals, objectives, and policies to establish
development possessing architectural significance, pedestrian ameneties and linkages,
employment opportunities, reductions in vehicle trips, and a sense of place
The waiver request would meet the City’s goal by providing architecturally significant building design.
The applicant has worked closely with City staff to provide a building design with exceed code
requirements and provide enhanced architectural elevations to compliment the adjacent community and
overall development design.
4. The request demonstrates that granting of the waiver will result in a development that
exceeds one or more of the minimum requirements for PUD’s.
The waiver request is directly related to providing an enhanced architectural design and faGade
treatment for the proposed Publix building. The proposed architectural treatment exceeds the minimum
requirements for PUD’s.
5. The request clearly demonstrates public benefits to be derived, including but not limited to
such benefits as no-cost dedication of rights-of-way, extensions of pedestrian linkages
outside of the project boundaries, preservation of important natural resources, and use of
desirable architectural, building, and site design techniques.
2101 Centrepark West Drive, Suite 100 I West Palm Beach, Florida 33409 I 561-478-8501 FAX 561-478-5012
1100 St. Lucie West Blvd., Suite 202 I Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986 I 772-871-7778 FAX 772-871-9992
The requested waiver will serve as a public benefit by providing an enhanced building fagade which will
compliment and enhance the existing community.
6. The request for one or more waivers results from innovative design in which other minimum
standards are exceeded.
Throughout the design process, the applicant has worked with staff to provide a site design which
exceeds code requirements for open space, landscape material, architectural treatment and setbacks,
while providing an innovative site design solution. One of the key elements included within the design
was enhanced architectural elevations which will compliment the surrounding community and serve as
a benefit to the City. The inclusion of the building height waiver accommodates the enhanced building
fagade treatment and supports the innovative design solution.
7. The request demonstrates that granting of the waiver will result in preservation of valuable
natural resources, including environmentally-sensitive lands, drainage, and rechard areas,
and coastal areas.
The requested waiver will not result in an adverse impact on the above mentioned resources.
8. Sufficient screening and buffering, if required, are provided to screen adjacent uses from
adverse impacts caused by a waiver.
The site has been designed to incorporate the appropriate landscape buffer and foundation planting
areas for the requested use. As the variance has been requested to accommodate architectural
features designed to enhance the building fagade, the applicant does not anticipate any resulting
adverse affects.
9. The request is not based solely or predominately on economic reasons.
The waiver request is not based upon economic reasons, but rather is based upon the applicants
desire to provide an enhanced architectural fagade. These enhancements were provided in correlation
with the input of City staff and the Planning and Zoning Board.
10.The request will be compatible with existing and potential land uses adjacent to the
development site.
The requested waiver will be compatible with the existing land uses by providing an enhanced
architectural elevation to compliment the adjacent communities.
11. The request demonstrates the development will be in harmony with the general purpose and
intent of this section, and that such waiver or waivers will not be injurious to the area
involved or otherwsie detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare.
The waiver will be in harmony with the general purpose of the code by permitting architectural
enhancements which will compliment the surrounding community and overall site design. This request
will not will not result in a detriment to the public health, safety, or welfare. a
2101 Centrepark West Drive, Suite 100 1 West Palm Beach, Florida 33409 1 561-478-8501 FAX 561-478-5012
1100 St. Lucie West Blvd., Suite 202 I Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986 I 772-871-7778 FAX 772-871-9992
CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
PLANNING, ZONING, AND APPEALS BOARD
Agenda Cover Memorandum
Meeting Date: January 13,2009
Petition PUDA-08-08-000019
Subject/Agenda Item:
Petition PUDA-08-08-000019: Amendment to the Gardens Medical Center PUD
Public Hearing & Recommendation to City Council: A request by Anne Booth, agent for Urban
Design Studio, on behalf of Health Care Property Investors, Inc., for approval of an amendment to the
development order of the Gardens Medical Center PUD to renovate the existing site and expand an
existing major conditional use Emergency Care Department by 6,43 1 square feet, add a central energy
mechanical room by 1,500 square feet, and minor modifications to improve circulation, parking and
landscaping. The subject site is generally located on the southeast comer of Burns Road and Gardens
East Drive and is approximately 22.2 acres in size.
[XI Recommendation to APPROVE with ONE WAIVER
1 Recommendation to DENY 1
Reviewed by:
Interim City Attorney
R. Max Lohman, Esq.
Growth Management
Adma
1-
Kara L. Irwin, AICP
Long Range Planning
Manager
Nilsa C. Zacarias, AICP
Approved By:
Ronald M. Ferris
City Manager
Originating Dept.:
Growth Management
Projett Manager
Stephen Mayer
Senior Planner
Natalie Wong, AICP
Action:
[XI Quasi-judicial
[ 3 Legislative
[XI Public Hearing
Advertised:
Date: January 2, 2009
Paper: PB Post
[XI Required
[ ] Not Required
Affected Parties:
[XI Notified
[ ] Not Required
FINANCE: NIA
Finance
Administrator:
NIA
Allan Owens
Senior Accountant:
Tresha Thomas
Fees Paid: [ X ] Yes
Budget Acct.#:
NIA
PUB Action:
[ 3 Rec. approval
[ ] Rec. app. wl conds.
[ ] Rec. Denial
[ ] Public Workshop
[ ] Continued to:-
Attachments:
Project Narrative
PBC Traffic concurrency
letter
Ordinance 35, 2000 with
attachments
Development Plans
(1 1x17s)
Color Renderings
Meeting Date: January 13,2009
Petition PUDA-08-08-000019
Page 2 of 20
BACKGROUND
On October 3, 1991, the City Council adopted Ordinance 28, 1991, originally approving the Palm
Beach Gardens Medical Center Planned Unit Development (PUD). The applicant is requesting to
amend the existing PBG Medical Center PUD located on Burns Road in Palm Beach Gardens, to allow
modifications to the approved master site plan for the renovation and expansion of the existing
emergency care department, modernization of the central energy mechanical area, modification of the
approved landscape design, clarification of the approved future construction areas on the master site
plan, and modifications to the site data table to bring the site into compliance with current codes. The
proposed Emergency Room addition totals 6,43 1 square feet of a first floor expansion. The proposed
central energy mechanical area addition is 1,500 square feet. One additional cooling tower is proposed
adjacent to the two existing cooling towers.
On February 1, 2001, the City Council adopted Ordinance 35, 2000, approving a change in use of
8 1,000 square feet of medical center use to allow for the construction of a 37,500-square-foot medical
office building, an addition of 30 hospital beds, the expansion of operating rooms, the intensive care
unit, and the mechanical, storage, and service areas. On July 20, 2006, the City Council adopted
Resolution 68,2006 granting conditional use approval for the relocation of the previously-approved
helistop and reduction of 5,800 square feet of medical office use for Phase 2B.
This request is an amendment to Ordinance 35, 2000, and will consolidate the changes granted in
Resolution 68,2006, and allow for the expansion of the major conditional use.
TARGETTED EXPEDITED PERMITTING PROCESS (TEPP)
On July 3, 2008, this project was approved for review as part of the Targeted Expedited Permitting
Program (TEPP), in accordance with Section 78-57 of the City Code. This project has been included in
the TEPP because it meets the criteria outlined in Section 78-57. Specifically, the company was
endorsed by the Business Development Board (l3DB) of Palm Beach County on June 30,2008. The
BDB has authorized this project and has pledged that they will work hand-in-hand with the developer to
retain the Medical Center within Palm Beach County. The expansion and modernizing of the
Emergency Care Room to the Gardens Medical Center is expected to create 25 new jobs with an
average salary of $50,000, which is higher than average wage in Palm Beach County ($41,007). The
capacity of health care provided will increase the Emergency Department bed capacity from 20 to 32.
The replacement of the central energy mechanical area is also supported due to its age and inability to
support the facility requirements.
LAND USE & ZONING
The site currently has a zoning designation of Professional Office (PO) and a Future Land Use of Public
(P) and Professional Office (PO). The site is currently occupied by the Gardens Medical Center, with a
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ZONING FUTURE LAND USE
major conditional use approval. The applicant is requesting approval to expand the major conditional
use and amend the Planned Unit Development (PUD) in order to expand the Emergency Care
Department. The zoning and land-use designations of adjacent properties are as follows:
RM - Residential Medium
(Residential Townhomes) TO THE SOUTH:
Sandalwood,
ZONING CLASSIFICATIONS AND LAND-USE DESIGNATIONS
Table 1.
Residential Medium
(RM)
SUBJECT PROPERTY:
Medical Centerrnospita1
TO THE NORTH:
Burns Road, Religious Center,
MedicalProfessional Ofice
Buildings
PO - Professional Office
RL3 - Residential Low
Density -3 (Religious Center)
PO - Professional Office
(Medical and Professional I Offices) I
Public (P) and
Professional Office (PO)
Residential Low (RL)
and
Professional Oflice (PO)
Meridian Park and Breezewood
Townhouses
TO THE EAST:
Sandalwood Estates
RM - Residential Medium
(Residential Townhomes)
Residential Medium
(W
RM - Residential Medium
(Residential Townhomes)
I pralMedium TO THE WEST:
Gardens East Drive and Cedar
Gardens Townhomes and
Glenbrook Condo
PO - Professional Office
(Medical and Professional
Offices)
and
Professional Office (PO)
It is staffs professional opinion that the major conditional use and PUD with an underlying PO zoning
designation is consistent and compatible with the adjacent zoning designations within the City.
Furthermore, the requested zoning designation is consistent with the proposed Future Land Use (FLU)
of Public (P) and Professional Office (PO).
TR4FFIC CONCURRENCY
On October 28,2008, Palm Beach County Traffic Engineering approved the project for 18,03 1 square
feet of Hospital expansion (which includes the proposed 7,93 1 square foot emergency room and central
energy mechanical area, and 2,500 square feet of storage, 3,000 square feet of electrical, and 3,800
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square feet of operation room expansion that has been previously approved and unbuilt). The
concurrency also accounts for 37,500 square feet of medical office (approved and unbuilt) and 2,500
square feet of warehouse (approved and unbuilt). The existing concurrency was granted for 248,900
square feet of Hospital use and 26,000 square feet of medical office. According to the County’s traffic
concurrency approval letter, dated September 30, 2008, the new daily trips associated with the
expansion is 894 (please see attached letter). The City issued a traffic concurrency for the project with
a build-out date of December 3 1,201 3. There are no conditions of approval regarding the concurrency
approval.
PROJECT DETAILS
The applicant is requesting an amendment to the existing PBG Medical Center PUD (Ordinance 35,
2000), to allow modifications to the approved master site plan for the renovation and expansion of the
existing emergency department, modification of the approved landscape design, clarification of the
approved future construction areas on the master site plan, and modifications to the site data table to
bring it into compliance with current codes. The proposed Emergency Room addition totals 6,431
square feet at one story. The proposed central energy mechanical area addition is 1,500 square feet. One
additional cooling tower is proposed adjacent to the two existing cooling towers.
The proposed renovations and expansion of the emergency department will allow for the updating and
improvement of the current patient treatment areas by increasing the size of each treatment area,
providing privacy, amenities, and improved technology. In an effort to improve efficiency and to
reduce scheduling conflicts, the renovation will allow a new CT Scanner to be provided which is
dedicated to the emergency department. The current emergency department has “treatment bays” which
are separated by curtains. The increase in square footage will allow for larger “treatment rooms”
separated by walls. Each room will have amenities such as a TV, and chairs for family members. There
will also be treatment rooms dedicated to monitoring heart patients. The increase in square footage will
allow for more efficient use of the space and quicker service with the addition of “fast track” areas
which will be used for minor injuries, such as stitches. In addition to the improved treatment rooms, the
existing waiting area will be increased in size and combined with the out-patient services waiting area
to provide a more pleasant and efficient access point for visitors. It is not anticipated that the
renovations will increase the number of patients that are serviced by the hospital, but rather will provide
an improvement to the efficiency and quality of care for the current volume of patients.
The proposed addition to the existing mechanical area, known as the central energy plant, will
modernize the facility and bring the hospital up to safety codes. The mechanical area consists of
mechanical rooms, engineering work rooms, maintenance shops, a safety office, mechanical storage
rooms, electrical rooms, fire pump rooms, and vacuum pump rooms. The mechanical area integral in
providing the electrical, computer and mechanical support required for medical care functions. The
applicant is also requesting an additional cooling tower located north of two existing cooling towers and
east of the mechanical area.
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SITE ACCESS
The currently approved site plan requires the center entrance on Burns Road to be relocated to
accommodate the fbture office building. The attached site plan has been amended to rotate the future
office building to allow the existing entrance and driveway to remain in place. This adjustment to the
site plan also improves the fbture circulation pattern of the service vehicles and trucks. No other
changes are proposed to the entrances or exits of the site.
A component of the proposed emergency department renovation allows improved ambulance access and
circulation with new covered areas for both ambulance and emergency drop off. The modifications to
the emergency department floor plan and drop-off areas require a slight re-alignment of the driveway
and the parking adjacent to the emergency and out-patient services entrances. The parking area adjacent
to the emergency department has previously been designated as reserved for the use of the doctors. Due
to concerns regarding available parking in proximity to the entrances of the hospital, the hospital has
responded with additional access points, a complementary valet parking program, and has agreed to
open the doctors’ reserved parking area to the public.
ARCHITECTURE
The architecture of the expansion of the Emergency Care center and additional buildings (cooling
tower), is consistent with the existing architecture of the building. The proposed emergency department
renovation architectural design has attempted to incorporate some unique elements of glass and a
curved facade to create a modern appearance for the new entrance of the hospital. The colors and
materials will be consistent with the existing structure, with complementary accent colors to
differentiate the entrance area for convenient way-finding. The proposed central energy mechanical
area expansion will be consistent with the existing architectural style, color and materials of the
adjacent and surrounding structure
The applicant proposes to phase the screening of all rooftop equipment, as some views of the existing
rooftop equipment will be screened by approved and yet unbuilt buildings.
SIGNAGE
The applicant is requesting no new waivers to the City’s signage regulations. The applicant has recently
introduced a new logo and is undergoing a renovation of the interior way-finding signage. Concurrently
with this application, they will be asking for approvals of a master signage program for the exterior
signage, including directional signs, regulatory signs and building wall signs. They will also be seeking
approval for permits to upgrade the existing main entrance sign. The proposed signage program
attempts to address the concerns that the elderly visitors to the site have difficulty finding their way
around. Because the code only allows one directional sign per building, the applicant previously
received a waiver to allow 13 directional signs on site. The proposed sign package reduces the number
of directional signs to 10. The new signage program will introduce a new color scheme and will tie the
site together with consistent sign design and colors to update the esthetic appearance of the hospital.
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LANDSCAPING AND BUFFERS
The proposed landscape plan provides for a total of 2 1,290 landscape points. Therefore, the applicant is
providing nearly twice as many points as the required 1 1,077 landscape points. The landscape plans
provide for additional landscaping to the existing features within the perimeter buffers, parkway buffers,
streetscape, and entry and signage. The landscape materials will include trees, palms, shrubs, and
groundcover. It is important to note that the applicant has provided the majority of the excess
landscaping adjacent to the neighboring residential community to further supplement the buffers that
have been provided.
The proposed landscape plan meets all of the Code requirements and no waivers are being requested.
The proposed landscape plan for the area around the emergency department expansion has been
designed to take the screening of the existing neighbors into consideration through the re-use and
relocation of the large Oak trees and through the increase in size of the landscape buffer. The design of
the newly expanded footprint minimizes the amount of landscaping at the entrances to the emergency
department and the ambulance entrance so the foundation landscaping has been clustered along the
facade to meet code requirements. In addition, the landscaped areas adjacent to the emergency room
parking area has been increased and supplemented with relocated trees and shrubs.
The landscape areas adjacent to the proposed emergency department renovation have also been
enhanced with additional shrubs, and ground covers. The Oak trees that have been displaced as a result
of the driveway shift have been relocated, and the parking islands have been increased in width. An
adjustment to the buffer has been made which removes parking spaces and increases the buffer to 15
feet, bringing it into compliance with current code and providing a denser buffer adjacent to the street.
As part of an overall site improvement plan, the applicant would like to begin a phased replacement of
the shrubs and ground covers that have become overgrown and/or sparse. The attached landscape plan
incorporates previously approved plans and also shows areas of plant replacement which include the
parking islands, buffers and certain foundation planting areas, however, the applicant is aware that the
implementation of the designs outside of Phase 1 will require additional approvals.
PARKING AND LOADING ZONES
The attached site plan reflects the previously approved overall parking areas, with some minor
adjustments. For clarification the data table has been updated to incorporate current parking code
requirements. The previously approved site plan required a waiver for the ratio of future parking
spaces. The current site plan is able to accommodate all required parking spaces and eliminates the
need for the waiver.
Although the site provides more than the required parking, the parking areas are located a good distance
away fiom the entrance points into the hospital. To address these concerns, the applicant has instituted
a complementary valet parking program, and as part of the emergency department renovations, will be
providing several new access points into the hospital, including one that does not require going through
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the emergency room to enter the main hospital. They will also be adding a new sidewalk, which will be
covered in the future, for more convenient access from the southern parking area. An additional access
point will also be provided on the north east side of the hospital, as part of a future phase of
construction, to provide more convenient access to the medical office space. A previously approved
drop off area adjacent to the out-patient services area will be constructed as part of the emergency room
expansion, which will also help in providing more convenient access to existing parking, and the
parking area adjacent to the emergency department, which was previously reserved for the doctors, will
be opened up for use by the public.
SITE DRAINAGE & ENVIRONMENTAL
Drainage has previously been addressed as part of the approved master site plan and PUD approval.
The proposed renovations and shifts will require minor adjustments to the existing retention areas but
are not anticipated to impact the existing drainage system. Attached to this application are proposed
conceptual engineering construction plans for the emergency renovation and central energy mechanical
area expansion.
CPTED COMPLIANCE
Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED) is a branch of situational crime prevention
that maintains the basic premise that the physical environment can be designed or managed to produce
behavioral effects that will reduce the incident and fear of crime. The Police Department has reviewed
the site plan for the subject property, and has provided staff with several comments pertaining to
security on-site and adherence to the CPTED principles. These comments will be included in the
development order as conditions of approval.
LIGHTING
Although the site lighting is approved and existing, the applicant has submitted a photometric plan in
order to bring the site lighting consistent with the City Code requirements. Upgrades to the lighting are
being proposed for the areas associated with the emergency department expansion and the new doctors
parking lot. All proposed parking lot lights adjacent to the property lines will provide house side
shields and provide recessed light fixtures to prevent glare. The proposed lighting will meet current
code light level requirements and will improve the existing glare problems. Under canopy lights for the
emergency and ambulance departments drop off areas will be recessed to minimize spill over light
outside of the canopy area.
PHASING
This existing master plan was originally approved with 5 phases. As with many projects, as years
pass patient needs and priorities change and so the sequence of the improvements did not
necessarily follow the original concept of the approved phasing plan. The master plan being
submitted with this application has been modified to show the areas that are to be included in the
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Section 78-1 53
Table 12
current construction project as “proposed”, with previously approved, but un-built components of
the master site plan indicated as “future.” The components proposed to be constructed with the
expansion of the emergency department are identified on the phasing plan and include the central
energy mechanical area, driveway and circulation improvements, the emergency department, and
parking, landscaping and lighting improvements associated with the emergency department.
64.3 foot 25.7 feet of Approval (1)
setback setback 90 foot setback
WAIVER REQUESTS
A
The applicant is requesting the following one (1) waiver:
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WAIVER CRITERIA:
Section 78-158 (i). Criteria. A request for the city council to approve a waiver from one or more
of the standards and requirements applicable to a planned development, PUD, or PCD shall
comply with a majority of the criteria listed below.
1.
2.
3.
The request is consistent with the city’s comprehensive plan.
The request is consistent with the purpose and intent of this section.
The request is in support of and fw-thers the city’s goals, objectives, and policies to establish
development possessing architectural significance, pedestrian amenities and linkages,
employment opportunities, reductions in vehicle trips, and a sense of place.
The request demonstrates that granting of the waiver will result in a development that exceeds
one or more of the minimum requirements for PUDs.
The request for one or more waivers results from innovative design in which other minimum
standards are exceeded.
The request demonstrates that granting of the waiver will result in preservation of valuable
natural resources, including environmentally-sensitive lands, drainage and recharge areas, and
coastal areas.
The request clearly demonstrates public benefits to be derived, including but not limited to such
benefits as no-cost dedication of rights-of-way, extensions of pedestrian linkages outside of the
4.
5.
6.
7.
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project boundaries, preservation of important natural resources, and use of desirable
architectural, building, and site design techniques.
Sufficient screening and buffering, if required, are provided to screen adjacent uses from
adverse impacts caused by a waiver.
The request is not based solely or predominantly on economic reasons.
The request will be compatible with existing and potential land uses adjacent to the
development site.
The request demonstrates the development will be in harmony with the general purpose and
intent of this section, and that such waiver or waivers will not be injurious to the area involved
or otherwise detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare.
8.
9.
10.
11.
**Please note that the applicant's waiver justification is attached to the staff report for your reference**
Applicant's Justification: The applicant is requesting a waiver from Section 78-153 Table 12
Property Development Regulations, which requires an additional 75' setback when abutting a
residential zoning district to allow a 64.3' setback for the emergency department main entrance
canopy and 75' setback for the emergency room expansion. The expanded setback requirement
for structures in a PO district abutting a residential district, increase the setback from 15' to 90'.
The closest proposed structure to the property line requiring the additional setback is the
proposed canopy. The proposed canopy is 64.3' from the property line and the Right-of-way
line of Gardens East Boulevard. Gardens East Boulevard is a 60' Right-of-way, and therefore
provides for a 124.3' setback from the residential property line on the other side of the street.
The closest residential structure is approximately 180' from the corner of the canopy. Because
the setback requirements are measured from the property line, it is necessary to request the
waiver, however, the applicant believes the intent of the setback provision was to provide an
adequate buffer when non-residential properties abut residential properties. Since these
properties are separated by a Right-of-way, there is an additional separation that would not
otherwise have been provided and the applicant feels the intent of the setback has been met.
There are two proposed canopies included as part of the renovation project, one for ambulance
drop off and one for the main entrance drop off and pick up. The canopies have been designed
in a way that provides the staff, public, and patients easier access, better circulation, and
improved lighting. The location of the canopies was primarily dictated by the internal
operations of the hospital, and the proposed consolidation of the emergency and out-patient
waiting rooms and security checkpoint. The design solution addressing the existing conditions
and desired improvements required the expansion of the floor plan, which forced the corner of
the public access to the emergency department canopy into the setback. Although all other
proposed building renovations are within the setback, the corner of the canopy for the public
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entrance encroaches into the expanded side street setback a distance of 10.7 feet.
To minimize the impact to the adjoining neighborhood, the canopies were designed to minimize
noise by allowing ambulances to circulate through the drop off area without having to back up,
and a side wall was added to help to block light and noise. The landscape buffer adjacent to the
area was doubled in width to 15’ and the landscape plan has also taken into consideration the
preservation and relocation of the existing trees to maximize the visual buffer and to minimize
the esthetic differences for the neighbors, following the renovations.
Staffs Recommendation: It is staffs professional opinion that the Applicant’s request for the
waiver of 25.7 feet to allow a setback of 64.3 to the corner of the emergency department canopy
has been justified. The proposed expansion of the emergency room will also require a waiver of
15 feet to allow a setback of 75 feet. Staff notes that the existing structure has a setback of 76
feet, or 14 feet within the required setback. The proposed renovation and expansion of the
emergency department will provide for a higher quality of care, faster and more efficient service
to patients, new technology, improved esthetic appearance, and will address many of the
logistical issues associated with an older existing facility. Approval of the requested waiver will
allow the hospital to enhance public safety and provide several conveniences for visitors to the
site. The proposed site plan brings several previous non-conformities and inconsistencies with
the code into compliance by minimizing, reducing or eliminating the non-conformities. The
proposed renovations to the emergency department will also bring the facility into compliance
with current ADA compliance requirements. Furthermore, the applicant has minimized potential
impacts of the canopy by improving the ambulance circulation for more efficient hction and a
side wall was added to help to block light and noise. Also, the applicant is providing twice as
many landscape points as required. Therefore, staff recommends approval of the applicant’s
waiver request.
CONDITIONAL USE OVERLAY ANALYSIS
The Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center was legally established in 1968, prior to the date of adoption
of the ordinance that required Conditional Use approval. The project was subsequently approved as a
PUD in 1991. In accordance with Section 78-52(f) the hospital use has been considered a legal
nonconforming use as a result of its pre-existing condition. Under current code the hospital use is
considered a major conditional use. This analysis will establish compliance with the criteria in Section
78-52, for a modification of a Major Conditional Use for the existing facility and the proposed
expansion of the emergency department.
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(1) Comprehensive Plan. The proposed use is consistent with the comprehensive plan.
The Future Land Use Map (FLUM designation for this property is P-Public and PO-Professional
Office. The existing zoning is PO-Professional Office, which allows a hospital bublic or private) as a
conditional use. The zoning designation, the existing use, and the proposed construction are all
consistent with the comprehensive plan.
(2) Chapter requirements. The proposed use is consistent with all applicable requirements of this
chapter.
The Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center is an existing facility with an approved PUD overlay. This
request is to renovate and expand the existing Emergency Department, construct a previously approved
central energy plant, upgrade landscaping and signage, designate a doctors parking area, provide a
truck access route through the site, and clarifi notations and future approved development on the
property. This application has addressed the applicable requirements of Chapter 78 and the use is
consistent with the chapter requirements.
(3) Standards. The proposed use is consistent with the standards for such use as provided in
Section 78-159.
A hospital, public or private, is a conditional use in the PO District. The provisions in Section 78-1 59
define a hospital as “Public or private hospital includes those institutions providing primary,
secondary, or tertiary medical care, emergency medical services, including preventive medicine,
diagnostic medicine, treatment and rehabilitative services, medical training programs, medical
research, and may include association with medical schools or other medical institutions”. This use is
consistent with this provision.
(4) Public welfare. The proposed use provides for the public health, safety, and welfare by:
(a) Providing for a safe and effective means of pedestrian access;
Pedestrian access is provided throughout the site and additional connections to the public
sidewalk are being proposed as a component of this application.
(b) Providing for a safe and effective means of vehicular ingress and egress;
Vehicular ingress and egress is provided through seven existing driveways. Evaluation of the
driveways was provided at the time of their permitting and approval.
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(c) Providing for an adequate roadway system adjacent to and in front of the site;
Roadway access is provided by Burns Road and Gardens East Drive. Both roadways are city
rights of way and are connected to a larger network of roads which provide convenient access
to the community.
(d) Providing for a safe and efficient onsite traffic circulation, parking, and overall
control; and
Several mod8cations are being proposed to improve on-site circulation and traflc control.
The current truck route requires delivery trucks to enter the site from Gardens East for
convenient access to the loading area. This application is requesting approval to allow
construction of a driveway connection on the east side of the hospital which will allow trucks to
circulate through the parking lotfrom Burns Road and avoid using Gardens East. The existing
parking provided meets the current code requirements for the existing uses and proposed
emergency department expansion. Future uses will require the balance of the parking areas to
be constructed as needed.
(e) Providing adequate access for public safety purposes, including fire and police
protection.
Access points into and out of the site are not being amended. Access to the emergency
department is being improved to provide more convenient drive through capabilities for the
public and ambulance drop ofl
(5) Screen and buffering. The proposed use utilizes such techniques as landscaping,
screening, buffering, site or building design, or business operation procedures to mitigate
impacts on surrounding properties, including such impacts as:
(a) Noise;
The proposed site plan amendments have taken into consideration the noise impacts that
currently exist as a result of the ambulances needing to back up by creating new drop ofareas
that allow the ambulances to pull into the drop of area. The new drop off areas for the
emergency dep,artment and the ambulance entry now also include a solid roof andpartial side
enclosure to absorb noise.
(b) Glare;
The lighting proposed to be installed will correct current glare issues and will meet code
requirements for public health, safety and weyare.
(c) Odor;
The proposed expansions are not anticipated to have any odor causing functions.
(d) Ground, wall, or roof mounted mechanical equipment;
All roof top equipment associated with the proposed expansion will be screenedpom public
view. Screening of the existing roof top equipment will be provided through a series of
alternative solutions and future expansions.
(e) Perimeter, interior, and security lighting;
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Site lighting has been evaluated for compliance with current codes. Additional lighting will be
provided in the areas adjacent to the emergency room expansion and the doctorsparking lot.
Light levels have been reduced to minimize impacts to the surrounding neighbors.
(f) Signs;
Existing site signage is proposed to be replaced with updated and more userfriendly signage to
assist in providing way-finding and life safety information for the visitors and patients.
(g) Waste disposal and recycling;
The hospital currently has a program in place for waste, hazardous waste, and recycling
disposal.
(h) Outdoor storage of merchandise and vehicles;
The existing outdoor storage areas are screened by existing landscaping and a wall. There are
no new storage areas proposed as a result of this request.
(I) Visual impact;
The emergency department entrance has been designed to be compatible with the existing
hospital, while incorporating new architectural elements to bring attention to the “new
entrance”. The design will be pleasing and innovative while still maintaining consistency with
the existing structure.
(j) Hours of operation.
The hospital emergency department is open 24 hours a day.
e
. (6) Utilities. The proposed use minimizes or eliminates the impact of utility installation,
including underground and overhead utilities, on adjacent properties.
The proposed improvements will not impact existing or proposed utilities. e
(7) Dimensional standards. The proposed use meets or exceeds all dimensional requirement
required by the chapter.
All dimensional requirements have been met.
(8) Neighborhood Plans. The proposed use is consistent with the goals, objectives, policies,
and standards of neighborhood plans.
We are not aware of the existence of a neighborhoodplan for this area. The applicant has a
history of working together with their surrounding neighbors and anticipates continuing to do
so to address any issues should the need arise.
(9) Compatibility. The overall compatibility of the proposed development with adjacent and
area uses, and character or area development.
The Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center has existed in this location since 1968, prior to the
development of the surrounding uses. The development pattern of the surrounding uses has
taken into consideration the proximity of the hospital and the character of the area is a mixture
of residential and non-residential uses with the hospital as an anchor to provide health and
medical services to the community. The proposed emergency department expansion will not
change the character of the neighborhood, but will help to improve the quality of emergency
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service.
(10) Patterns of development. The proposed use will result in logical, timely, and orderly
development patterns.
The proposed expansion of the emergency department and the construction of the central
energy plant will provide the community with improved services and quality of care. The
interior renovations will bring the department into compliance with current ADA codes and
help the hospital provide needed space to accommodate emergency patients and avoid having
them transported to other hospitals because of lack of space or equipment. The proposed
improvements are necessary to allow the hospital to provide services to the growing
population of the city.
(11) Purpose and intent. The proposed use will be in harmony with the general purpose
and intent of this chapter and the goals, objectives, and policies of the City.
The proposed hospital use is existing and consistent with the goals, policies and objectives of
the city. The expansion of the emergency department is consistent with continuedsewice to the
community.
Adverse impact. The design of the proposed use and structures will minimize any adverse
visual impacts or impacts caused by the intensity of the use.
The design of the emergency department has minimized the expansion area outside of the
existing footprint, by renovating and incorporating existing space of other uses inside the
building. TheJoorplan has been modiJied to minimize expansion and to have a more eficient
use of space. The proposed design also provides additional public access points in closer
proximity to parking areas, the relocation of the doctorsparking lot to provide public parking
closer to the emergency department, improved circulation for truck deliveries, and improved
circulation for ambulance and emergency drop off areas. Additional landscape areas have
been incorporated to help screen the proposed expansion, and the existing trees have been
proposed for relocation where practical with an emphasis on the buffer along Gardens East
Drive.
(13) Environmental impact. The design of the proposed use minimizes any adverse impacts
that may be created, including impact on environmental and natural resources including
air, water, storm water management, wildlife, vegetation, and wetlands.
The proposed improvements will have little effect on the site as they are primarily located in
previously developed portions of the site. All site modifications will meet regulatory
requirements as needed.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends APPROVAL of Petitions PPUD-07-08-000018 with one (1) waiver and the
following conditions of approval:
1. Prior to scheduling for City Council, the applicant shall submit a detailed signage program
for review, consistent with the requirements contained in City Code Section 78-285.
2. Prior to scheduling for City Council, the Applicant shall submit the final CAD files on disc
for verification.
Planning & Zoning
3. Prior to 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 provide 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. (City
Forester)
4. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Completion for any phase of the Gardens Medical 0
Center expansion, all roof top mechanical equipment shall be screened fiom public view,
unless the applicant demonstrates to the satisfaction of the Development Compliance Manager
that adequate screening of roof top equipment will be met due to the construction of future
phases. (Planning & Zoning)
5. At no time shall staging of construction vehicles andor service vehicles occur within a public
right-of-way. (Planning & Zoning)
6. Prior to the issuance of the first land alteration permit, or as determined by the Growth
Management Administrator, the applicant shall install a minimum six-foot tall construction
fence around the perimeter of the property that is not buffered with a 6-foot decorative wall.
The fence shall include privacy tarps covering each section. The tarps shall be green or black
in color and signage shall adhere to the regulations provided in Section 78-290. (Planning &
Zoning)
7. The Applicant shall coordinate and receive approval from the Growth Management
Administrator prior to the closing of any public sidewalk. (Planning & Zoning)
8. All on-site lighting shall be cast downward and shielded from adjacent properties. (Planning &
Zoning)
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City Forester
9. Within six months fiom the date of the approval, the applicant shall remove all prohibited
and invasive non-native plants fiom the site. (City Forester)
10. All site landscaping shall be completed prior to the issuance of the last Certificate of
Completion for the Gardens Medical Center. (City Forester)
Engineering
1 1. Prior to issuance of the first land alteration permit, the applicant shall provide a signed and
sealed pavement marking and signing plan, or provide same on the engineering plan. (City
Engineer)
12. The applicant shall copy to the City all permit applications, permits, certifications and
approvals. (City Engineer)
13. The applicant shall provide all necessary construction zone signage and fencing as required
by the City Engineer. (City Engineer)
14. 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. (City Engineer and Planning & Zoning)
15. Prior to construction plan approval and the issuance of the first land alteration permit,
applicant shall provide a cost estimate and surety in accordance with LDR Section 78-309
and 78-461 and a cost estimate for on-site project improvements, not including public
infrastructure, or landscaping and irrigation costs for review and approval by the City. The
cost estimates shall be signed and sealed by an engineer and landscape architect registered in
the state of Florida and shall be posted with the City, prior to the issuance of the first land
alteration permit. (City Engineer)
16. 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 cure said impacts in a period of time and a manner acceptable to the City
prior to additional construction activities. (City Engineer)
17. Prior to issuance of the first land alteration permit, applicant shall submit signedsealeddated
construction plans (pavinggradingdrainage and waterhewer) and all pertinent calculations
for review and comment. (City Engineer)
18. The applicant shall comply with any and all Palm Beach County Traffic Division conditions
as outlined in PBC Traffic Division equivalency and concurrency approval letters. (City
Engineer)
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19. Prior to construction plan approval and the issuance of the first land alteration permit,
applicant shall schedule a pre-permit meeting with City staff. (City Engineer)
0
20. Prior to the issuance of the first land alteration permit the applicant shall provide to the City
letters of authorization from the applicable utility companies allowing landscaping and light
poles to be placed within the utility easements. (City Engineer)
2 1. The applicant shall notify the City’s Public Works Division at least 10 working days prior to
the commencement of any workkonstruction activity within any public right-of-way within
the City of Palm Beach Gardens. In the case of a city right-of-way, the applicant has at least
five working days to obtain a right-of-way permit. Right-of-way permits may be obtained at
the Building Division. Failure to comply with this condition could result in a Stop Work
Order of all workkonstruction activity within the public right-of-way and the subject
development site. (Public Works)
Police
22. Prior to the issuance of the first Certificate of Completion, all on-site lighting shall be installed.
All exterior lighting shall utilize 12’- 25’ foot light poles, and all on-site lighting shall consist
of metal halide or equivalent lighting approved by the Police Department and, shall be field
located not to conflict with planted landscaping. Luminaire-type fixtures shall be utilized to
optimize light distribution and minimize glare and up-lighting. (Police Department) 0
23. Landscaping shall not obstruct the view from windows or walkways. Ground cover shall not
exceed 36” in height and high branched trees should have a clear trunk up to seven feet to
provide for clear site lines. (Police Department)
24. Prior to the issuance of the first Certificate of Completion for the Gardens Medical Center,
the Applicant shall provide photocell sensor engaged “dusk to dawn” lighting above or near
entryways and adjacent sidewalks for said building. (Police Department)
25. Prior to the issuance of the first Certificate of Completion for the Gardens Medical Center,
all entry doors (non-glass single/double) shall be equipped with astragal over the threshold of
the locking mechanism and case hardened deadbolt locks shall be provided on all exterior
doors with a minimum one (1) inch throw or mechanical interlock. Glass exterior doors shall
have a holding force of at least 10001bs. Door hinges shall employ non-removable hinges.
The main entries, loading dock and drive-thru pharmacy lane to the building shall be
equipped with closed-circuit digital wide angle camera surveillance system. (Police
Department)
26. 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.
Noncompliance with the approved security and management plan may result in a stop-work
order for the PUD. (Police Department) 0
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27. Prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Completion for the Gardens Medical Center,
numerical addresses shall be placed at the west and south sides of the building. Each
numerical address shall be illuminated for nighttime visibility, with an unintermptible A.C.
power source, shall consist of twelve (12) inch high numbers, and shall be a different color
than the color of the surface to which it is attached. The rear door of the building shall have
an illuminated 6 inch number on or alongside the door. (Police Department)
28. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Completion for the Gardens Medical Center, the
following security measures shall be installed, and reviewed and approved by the Police
Department;
a.
b.
d.
C.
e.
f.
g.
h.
1.
Buildings shall have an alarm system.
Doors shall be equipped with metal plate over thresh- hold of the locking mechanism.
Interior doors to offices/meeting rooms shall have viewers or a vision panel.
Case hardened commercial grade dead bolt locks shall be installed on all exterior
doors with minimum of one inch throw into the strike receiving the bolt. The cylinder
shall have a cylinder guard and a minimum of five-pin tumblers.
Doors secured by electrical operation shall have a key pad-switch to open the door
when in a closed position, or by a signal locking device.
Glazing in interior doors, or 40-inches within of any locking device shall be rated
burglary resistant glazing.
Restrooms shall be placed in central areas with maze entrances; avoid double door
entry systems.
Exteriodinterior pedestrian doors which provide access into parking lots shall be
solid core and where applicable emergency doors shall have no exterior handles.
Panic hardware shall have self locking mechanism, shall have three locking points
and shall have a protective astragal attached to the exterior of the door, which will
cover opening between the door and frame, it should extend one inch beyond edge of
the door to which it is attached.
A high resolution color digital wide angle video camera system with monitoring and
DVR capabilities shall be installed. Cameras shall be above exit doors, check out
counters, loading dock, product aisles, pharmacy and any other area deemed
necessary to provide for maximum coverage. The camera user should be able to pan,
tilt and zoom the recorded video after the fact.
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PUGhfC - E?nergency Departtimt Renovution
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Comparison (per
code unless otherwise
noted)
Allowed Proposed Compliance Waiver
Requested
Open Space 15% (143,748sfl3.3 27.7% (265,373.9sB6.09 Yes
Minimum Site Area 15000 sf 22.2 acres Yes
ac) ac)
Minimum Lot Width I 100' I 945' I Yes I I
Minimum Building I none
Area
33,2931 sf I yes I
___
Maximum Building Lot 35% 21.28% Yes
Coverage
~~
Maximum Building 36 feet (Waiver for 49' 1, 2 and 3 story existing Existing
Heipht 1 MOB)
Front I 25 feet I 25 feet I Yes I I
Side 15/27 feet 325 feet Yes
Side Facing Street 15/27 feet + 75 feet = 64.3 feet no Yes
90 feet
Rear I 15/27 feet I 300 feet I Yes' I I
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Porking
Required
Stall Dimensions
Ground Signs
Number Allowed
Setbacks
Dimensions
Directional Signs
Points
Emergency Dept - 1 sp
per 200sf (64 sps)
MOB - 1 sp per 200sf
(3 18 sps)
Ambul. Services -
1 sp/250 sf (1 16 sps)
Hospital - 2 spaces per
bed (468 sps)
20 accessible
5 loading
5% bicycle(48 sps)
10 feet x 18.5 feet
1 for 300 feet of ROW
frontage, + 1 per
additional 700 feet ROW
frontage)
15 feet-from ROW line
50 feet-side property line
15 ft length/ 1 0 ft height
maximum, 60 square feet
face area maximum
1 per building, 2
buildings
33,210 points
Emergency Dept - 12,654 sf
(69 spaces)
(345 spaces)
Ambul. Services - 28,827 sf
(128 spaces)
Hospital - 234 beds
(510 spaces)
27 accessible
6 loading
48 bicycle
MOB - 63,500 Sf
9' x .18.5'
1
55' from ROW line
15 ft length, 12' height,
49.3 sf
10
37,267.8 points
Previously
approved
waiver
Existing
Sign base,
to be
refurbished
with new
sign face
Previously
approved
waiver
e
e
PROJECT NARRATIVE
PBG MEDICAL CENTER
EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT RENOVATION
August 22,2008
Amended December 2,2008
Amended December 15, 2008
Amended January 5,2009
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TO THE NORTH: RL3 - Religious Center
LOCATION/REQUEST
RL
This is a request for an amendment to the existing PBG Medical Center PUD located on Burns
Road in Palm Beach Gardens, to allow modifications to the approved master site plan to allow the
renovation and expansion of the existing emergency department, modification of the approved
landscape design, clarification of the approved hture construction areas on the master site plan, and
modifications to the site data table to bring it into compliance with current codes.
TO THE SOUTH:
Sandalwood,
Meridian Park and
Breezewood Townhouses
HISTORY/ZONING
RM - Residential RM
Townhomes
The PBG Medical Center was approved as a PUD in October 1991 by Ordinance 28,1991. The
approved plans were subsequently amended by Resolution 92, 1992, Resolution 3, 1995, Ordinance
26, 1995, Ordinance 35,2000, Ordinance 39,2001 and Resolution 68,2006. The current zoning
designation is PO (Professional Office) with a Conditional Use Overlay. The site has a Future
Land Use Plan designation of P-Public and PO-Professional Office. The current zoning and Future
Land Use Plan designations are consistent with the approved PUD.
RM - Residential
Townhomes TO THE EAST:
Existing Zoning, Land Use Designations & Existing Uses
RM
EXISTING USE I ZONING I RTTURE LAND USE I
SUBJECT PROPERTY:
Medical Centerhlospital I IPandPO
Burns Road, Religious
Center, MedicalRrofessional
Office Buildings
PO - Medical and
Professional Offices PO
Sandalwood Estates I I I
I EXISTINGUSE ZONING I FUTURE LAND USE I
Townhomes
PO - Medical and
Professional Offices
THE WEST:
Gardens East Drive and
Cedar Gardens Townhomes
and Glenbrook Condo
PO
Site Code Analysis
y Deparmient Renovatio
I I
Proposed Compliance Waiver
Requested
Allowed Comparison (per code
unless otherwise noted)
15% (143,748st73.3 ac) 27.7% (265,373.9~86.09 ac) Open Space
Minimum Site Area 15000 sf 22.2 acres
33,2931 sf
Minimum Lot Width 100'
None Minimum Building Area
Maximum Building Lot
Coverage
35% I Existing 36 feet (Waiver for 49'
MOB)
1,2 and 3 story existing Maximum Building
Height
25 feet 25 feet
325 feet
64.3 feet no Yes
15/27 feet
15/75 feet
I Rear 15/27 feet 300 feet I Yes I
..
Emergency Dept -1 sp
per 200sf (64 sps)
MOB - 1 sp per 200sf
(3 18 sps)
Ambul. Services
Hospital - 2 spaces per
bed (468 sps)
20 accessible
5 loading
5% bicycle(48 sps)
- 1~~1250 sf (1 16 SPS)
Emergency Dept - 12,654 sf I yes
(69 spaces)
(345 spaces)
Ambul. Services - 28,827 sf
(1 28 spaces)
Hospital - 234 beds
(510 spaces)
27 accessible
6 loading
48 bicycle
MOB - 63,500 Sf
Required
Comparison (per code 0 unless otherwise noted)
Stall Dimensions r 10 feet x 18.5 feet 1 9'x 18.5' Previously
approved
waiver
Number Allowed
Setbacks
Dimensions
Directional Signs
Points
1 for 300 feet of ROW
frontage, + 1 per
additional 700 feet ROW
frontage)
1
I yes I 15 feet-from ROW line
50 feet-side property line
55' from ROW line
15 ft lengWl0 ft
height
maximum, 60 square feet
face area maximum
15 ft length, 12' height,
49.3 sf
Existing
Sign base,
to be
rekbished
with new
sign face
1 per building, 2
buildings
10 Previously
approved
waiver
33.210 points I 37.267.8 voints I ves I
Traffic/Circulation/Access
The currently approved site plan requires the center entrance on Burns Road to be relocated to
accommodate the future office building. The attached site plan has been amended to rotate the
future office building to allow the existing entrance and driveway to remain in place. This
adjustment to the site plan also improves the future circulation pattern of the service vehicles and
trucks. No other changes are proposed to the entrances or exits of the site.
A component of the proposed emergency department renovation allows improved ambulance access
and circulation with new covered areas for both ambulance and emergency drop off. The
modifications to the emergency department floor plan and drop-off areas require a slight
re-alignment of the driveway and the parking adjacent to the emergency and out-patient services
entrances. The parking area adjacent to the emergency department has previously been designated
as reserved for the use of the doctors. Due to concerns regarding available parking in proximity to
the entrances of the hospital, the hospital has responded with additional access points, a
complementary valet parking program, and has agreed to open the doctor's reserved parking area to
the public.
PBGMC - Project Narrative
Emergency Department Renovation
August 22,2008
Amended December 2,2008
Amended December 15,2008
Amended January 5,2009
Page 4
The proposed renovations and expansion of the emergency department will allow for the updating
and improvement of the current patient treatment areas by increasing the size of each treatment
area, providing privacy, amenities, and improved technology. In an effort to improve efficiency
and to reduce scheduling conflicts, the renovation will allow a new CT Scanner to be provided
which is dedicated to the emergency department. The current emergency department has “treatment
bays” which are separated by curtains. The increase in square footage will allow for larger
“treatment rooms ” which will be separated by walls. Each room will have amenities such as a TV,
and chairs for family members. There will also be treatment rooms dedicated to monitoring heart
patients. The increase in square footage will make more efficient use of the space and allow for
quicker service with the addition of “fast track” areas which will be used for minor injuries such as
stitches. In addition to the improved treatment rooms, the existing waiting area will be increased in
size and combined with the out-patient services waiting area to provide a more pleasant and
efficient access point for visitors. It is not anticipated that the renovations will increase the number
of patients that are serviced by the hospital, but rather will provide an improvement to the
efficiency and quality of care for the current volume of patients.
Phasing
This existing master plan was originally approved with 5 phases. As with many projects, as years
pass patient needs and priorities changed and so the sequence of the improvements did not
necessarily follow the original concept of the approved phasing plan. The master plan being
submitted with this application has been modified to show the areas that are to be included in the
current construction project as “proposed”, with previously approved, but un-built components of
the master site plan indicated as “future”. The components proposed to be constructed with the
expansion of the emergency department are identified on the phasing plan and include the Central
Energy Plant, driveway and circulation improvements, the emergency department, and parking,
landscaping and lighting improvements associated with the emergency department.
Architecture
The proposed emergency department renovation architectural design has attempted to incorporate
some unique elements of glass and a curved facade to create a “face lifl” for the new “fiont door” of
the hospital. The colors and materials will tie into the existing structure, with complementary
accent colors to differentiate the entrance area for convenient way-finding.
The proposed central energy plant expansion will be consistent with the existing architectural style,
color and materials of the adjacent and surrounding structure.
PBGMC - Project Narrative
Emergency Department Renovation
Aurmst 22.2008
Anknded December 2,2008
Amended December 15,2008
Page 5
Lighting
Upgrades to the lighting are bein propos dforth areas associated with the emergency department
expansion and the new doctor’s parking lot. All proposed parking lot lights adjacent to the
property lines will provide house side shields and provide recessed light fixtures to prevent glare.
The proposed lighting will meet current code light level requirements and will improve the existing
glare problems. Under canopy lights for the emergency and ambulance departments drop off areas
will be recessed to minimize spill over light outside of the canopy area.
Landscape Plans
The proposed landscape plan for the area around the emergency department expansion has been
designed to take the screening of the existing neighbors into consideration through the re-use and
relocation of the large Oak trees and through the increase in size of the landscape buffer. The
design of the newly expanded footprint, minimizes the amount of landscaping at the entrances to
the emergency department and the ambulance entrance so the foundation landscaping has been
clustered along the facade to meet code requirements. In addition, the landscaped areas adjacent to
the emergency room parking area has been increased and supplemented with relocated trees and
shrubs.
The landscape areas adjacent to the proposed emergency department renovation have also been
enhanced with additional shrubs, and ground covers. The Oak trees that have been displaced as a
result of the driveway shift have been relocated, and the parking islands have been increased in
width. An adjustment to the buffer has been made which removes parking spaces and increases the
buffer to 15 feet, bringing it into compliance with current code and providing a denser buffer
adjacent to the street.
As part of an overall site improvement plan, the applicant would like to begin a phased replacement
of the shrubs and ground covers that have become overgrown and/or sparse. The attached landscape
plan incorporates previously approved plans and also shows areas of plant replacement which
include the parking islands, buffers and certain foundation planting areas, however, the applicant is
aware that the implementation of the designs outside of Phase 1 will require additional approvals.
Parking
The attached site plan reflects the previously approved overall parking areas, with some minor
adjustments. For clarification the data table has been updated to incorporate current parking code
requirements. The previously approved site plan required a waiver for the ratio of future parking
spaces. The current site plan is able to accommodate all required parking spaces and eliminates the
need for the waiver.
PBGMC - Project Narrative
Emergency Department Renovation
August 22,2008
Amended December 2,2008
Amended December 15,2008
Page 6
A common complaint heard by the applicant is that there is not adequate parking on site. Although
the site provides more than the required parking, unfortunately, the parking areas are located a good
distance away from the entrance points into the hospital. To address these concerns, the applicant
has instituted a complementary valet parking program, and as part of the emergency department
renovations, will be providing several new access points into the hospital, including one that does
not require going through the emergency room to enter the main hospital. They will also be adding
a new sidewalk, which will be covered in the future, for more convenient access from the southern
parking area. An additional access point will also be provided on the north east side of the
hospital, as part of a future phase of construction, to provide more convenient access to the medical
office space. A previously approved drop off area adjacent to the out-patient services area will be
constructed as part of the emergency room expansion, which will also help in providing more
convenient access to existing parking, and the parking area adjacent to the emergency department,
which was previously reserved for the doctors, will be opened up for use by the public.
Signage
The applicant has recently introduced a new logo and is undergoing a renovation of the interior
way-finding signage. Concurrently with this application they will be asking for approvals of a
master signage program for the exterior signage, including directional signs, regulatory signs and
building wall signs. They will also be seeking approval for permits for an upgrade to the existing
main entrance sign. The proposed signage program attempts to address the concerns that the elderly
visitors to the site have difficulty finding their way around. Because the code only allows one
directional sign per building, the applicant previously received a waiver to allow 13 directional
signs on site. The proposed sign package reduces the number of directional signs to 10. The new
signage program will introduce a new color scheme and will tie the site together with consistent
sign design and colors to update the esthetic appearance of the hospital.
Drainage
Drainage has previously been addressed as part of the approved master site plan and PUD approval.
The proposed renovations and shifts will require minor adjustments to the existing retention areas
but are not anticipated to impact the existing drainage system. Attached to this application are
proposed conceptual engineering construction plans for the areas being proposed for construction
with the emergency renovation and energy plant expansion.
PBGMC - Project Narrative
Emergency Department Renovation
August 22,2008 0 Amended December 2,2008
Amended December 15,2008
Page 7
Waivers
The applicant requests the following waiver:
The applicant requests a waiver from Section 78-153 Table 12 Property Development
Regulations, which requires an additional 75' setback when abutting a residential zoning district to
allow a 64.3' setback for the emergency department main entrance canopy.
The expanded setback requirement for structures in a PO district abutting a residential district,
increase the setback from 15' to 90'. The proposed canopy is setback 64.3' from the
Right-of-way line of Gardens East Blvd., a 60' Right-of-way, The proposed canopy will be
setback 124.3' setback from the residential property line on the other side of the street. The
closest residential structure is approximately 180' from the comer of the canopy. Because the
setback requirements are measured from the Right-of-way line, it is necessary to request the
waiver, however, the applicant believes the intent of the setback provision was to provide an
adequate buffer when non-residential properties abut residential properties. Since these
properties are separated by a Right-of-way, there is an additional separation that would not
otherwise have been provided and the applicant feels the intent of the setback has been met.
There are two proposed canopies included as part of the renovation project, one for ambulance
drop off and one for the main emergency department entrance drop off and pick up. The
canopies have been designed in a way that provides the staff, public and patient's easier access,
better circulation, and improved lighting. The location of the emergency department expansion
was dictated by the internal operations of the hospital, and the proposed consolidation of the
emergency, ambulatory services, out-patient waiting rooms and the security checkpoint.
Because of how the existing building is sited on the property and the angle of the building to the
property line, the design solution addressing the existing internal conditions required the
expansion of the floor plan and forced the corner of the emergency department and the canopy
into the setback. The outpatient services department and the front of the existing hospital
currently encroach into the expanded setback by 1 1.4 feet. The comer of the proposed canopy
will encroach an additional 10.7 feet with a 64.3' setback to the property line.
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To minimize the impact to the adjoining neighborhood, the canopies were designed to minimize
noise by allowing ambulances to circulate through the drop off area without having to back up,
and a side wall was added to help to block light and noise. The landscape buffer adjacent to
the area was doubled in width to 15' and the landscape plan has also taken into consideration the
preservation and relocation of the existing trees to maximize the visual buffer and to minimize
the esthetic differences for the neighbors, following the renovations.
The proposed renovation and expansion of the emergency department will provide for a higher 0
PBGMC - Project Narrative
Emergency Department Renovation
August 22,2008
Amended December 2,2008
Amended December 15,2008
Page 8
quality of care, faster and more efficient service to patients, new technology, improved esthetic
appearance, and will address many of the logistical issues associated with an older existing
facility. Approval of the requested waiver will allow the hospital to enhance public safety and
provide several conveniences for visitors to the site. The proposed site plan brings several
previous non-conformities and inconsistencies with the code into compliance by minimizing,
reducing or eliminating the non-conformities. The proposed renovations to the emergency
department will also bring the facility into compliance with current ADA compliance
requirements. The applicant requests approval for a waiver of 25.7 feet to allow a setback of
64.3. to the corner of the emergency department canopy.
August 22,2008
Ms. Kara Irwin, AICP, Administrator
Growth Management Department
City of Palm Beach Gardens
10500 N. Military Trail
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
urban dePn stu IO
Urban Design
Urban Planning
Land Planning
Landscape Architecture
RE: PBG MEDICAL CENTER
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT
FOR THE RENOVATION OF THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
UDS REF.: #05-053.003 (PUD
Dear Ms. Irwin:
Please accept the attached materials as our request on behalf of Health Care Property Investors, Inc.,
for approval of a Planned Unit Development (PUD) Amendment application for modifications to
the approved master site plan of the existing Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center. The 22.2 acre
property is located on the southeast corner of Burns Road and Gardens East Drive.
The primary purpose of the PUD amendment is to allow for the renovation and expansion of the
existing Emergency Department, clarification and re-organization of the site plan to bring the
parking calculations and site data into compliance with the current code, and improvements to the
overall landscape design. Concurrently with the processing of this request, applications for Site
Signage and Art in Public Places will also be submitted.
The proposed renovation of the emergency department will allow for the updating and improvement
of the current patient treatment areas by increasing the size of each treatment area, providing privacy,
amenities, and improved technology. In an effort to improve efficiency and to reduce scheduling
conflicts, the renovation will allow a new CT Scanner to be provided which is dedicated to the
emergency department. The current emergency department has 19 “treatment bays” which are
separated by curtains. The increase in square footage will allow for 20 larger “treatment rooms ”
which will be separated by walls. Each room will have amenities such as a TV, and chairs for family
members. There will also be four treatment rooms dedicated to monitoring heart patients. The
increase in square footage will make more efficient use of the space and allow for quicker service
with the addition of 4 “fast track” areas which will be used for minor injuries such as stitches. In
addition to the improved treatment rooms, the existing waiting area will be increased in size and
combined with the out-patient services waiting area to provide a more pleasant and efficient access
point for visitors.
477 S. Rosemary Avenue
Suite 225 - The Lofts at City Place
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
561.366.1 100
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The proposed renovations will make access to the main hospital more convenient by locating several
new access points on the west side of the hospital. In addition to the new entrances, to address
complaints of parking availability, the private doctors parking area, located near the emergency
department, will be opened to the public.
As apart of this phase of construction, the applicant also proposes to construct a previously approved
mechanical area which is called the Central Energy Plant, and add an additional cooling tower to the
existing cooling towers located on the northeast side of the hospital. In an effort to address the code
changes since the original approval, the site data table has been clarified and modified to meet
current code requirements.
With this submission, the applicant has re-evaluated the need to re-orient the loading dock and has
determined that they prefer to maintain the loading dock in it’s current configuration. As a result,
this has caused several minor adjustments to the approved master plan to allow the existing curb-cut
and driveway to remain in it’s current location. The previously approved, un-built medical office
building has been rotated, and the storage and dumpster area has been modified to accommodate
space for the temporary morgue trailers. All of these changes are designated for future construction
and are not a part of the emergency department renovation project.
The previously approved master site plan had a number of phases identified that related to the
proposed build-out date. The plan submitted today has attempted to clariflthe status of the existing,
proposed, and future development. Although there are a number of structures, parking spaces and
amenities that have been previously approved, but currently remain un-built, the applicant believes
they have satisfied the requirements for determining that they have satisfied the definition of “build-
out”.
Included in this package, you will find a copy of a letter of support fkom the Business Development
Board (BDB). The BDB has requested that the City consider this project for the Targeted Expedited
Permitting Process (TEPP). Also included in this package is an executed Confidentiality Agreement.
With your approval, the applicant requests the following schedule of Public Hearings:
Planning Zoning and Appeals Board (PZAB): September 23rd
City Council: October 16
They also request your approval to be allowed to submit their construction plans for permit review,
immediately following the PZAB hearing. The applicant understands that they will not be eligible
to receive a building permit until after the conclusion of the hearing process.
For your consideration, attached please find one (1) copy of each of the following:
1.
2. Owner’s Agreement
3.
Application Fee - $9,475.00 ($2475.00 base applicationfee + $5,000.00 civil engineering
fee + $1, 000. 00 legal fee +I, 000.00 advertising fee) (1 checkprovided)
Property Owners List and Affidavit
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4. Letter fkom BDB
5. Confidentiality Agreement
Three (3) copies of the following:
6. Recorded Plat, Plat Book 97, Pages 51 thru 52
Nine (9) copies of the following;
7. Project Narrative
8. Development Application Form
9. Aerial Location Map
10.
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12.
13.
14.
Master Site Plan, prepared by Urban Design Studio and dated August 22,2008
Landscape Plans, prepared by Urban Design Studio and dated August 22,2008
Architectural Elevations, Floor Plans, Roof Plan, Life Safety Plan, and Demolition plan,
prepared by Harvard Jolly Architects, with various dates.
Survey, prepared by Jupiter Surveying, and dated August 21,2008
Site Engineering, Paving, Grading, and Drainage, and Water and Sewer Plans, prepared by
Holland Engineering and dated August 2 1,2008.
We hope you will find the attached satisfactory to meet the requirements of the City of Palm Beach
Gardens. Thank you for your assistance with the processing of this request and please let me know
if you will require any additional information regarding this submission.
Si-,
Principal
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OCT. 3.2808 11:ISRM N0.012 P.2 PBC TRAFFIC ENG
September 30,2008
Mr, Stephen Mayer
Sr. Planner
City of Palm Beach Gardew
10500 North Military Trail
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
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RE Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center Expanslon & Build-Out €xl widon
Project # 080903
TRAFFlC PERFORMANCE STANDARPS REVIEW
Dear Stephen:
The Palm Beach County TmPRc plvislon has revlawed the revised traffic sh$' ;ind the supplemenfal material for the revtsec( developmwt plan and bulldat extenebm of the
prevb~sly approved hospital expansion project entltled Palm Beach Garden8 N edlcal
Center, pursuant to the Trafic Performance Standards in Artlele 12 of the Paln Beach County Land Development Code, The project is summarized as follows:
Location:
Muniotpallty:
PCN#
Existing Uses:
Prev. Approvqi:
Proposed Uses:
New Daily Trips:
N6W PH TfiPS:
B~lld-Out:
SE Qwdrant of Bums Road and Qaflens East Drlve.
Palm Beaoh Gardens
248,900 SF Hospltal, and 28,000 SF Medical Office.
1 7,600 SF Hospital Expansion, 37,5OO SF Medioal Office E pansion
and 2,500 SF Warehouse - am have approval with 2010 B 1i d-Out.
18,031 SF Hospital Expanslpn, 37,500 SF Medical Ofice Epsnsfon
and 2,600 SF Warehouse,
894
67 AM and 36 PM.
En4 of Year 2013
6243-42-07-41-0014000
Based on our pview, the Traffic Diiklon has deteqni~ad that the proposed hnpRal
expansjon project and buildat extenslon meets the traffc Performance StanlXd8 Of
Palm Beach County. No bunding permits are to bo issued by me City after the Iwild-out date, specifled. above, The County traqic GoncupTency approval Is subject tr F'roject
Aggregatlon Roles set forth in the Traffic Performance Standards Ordinanoe.
If you have any questions regarding this approval please contact me a1 68446 I.
Sincerely,
Masoud Atefl, fylSCg
TPS A&ninlstraRK%lunicipallties - l'mfflc EnglnecKing Division
msf cc: Slmmons &White, Inc. MCMahan & Assoclstes. Ino.
File: General - TPS Mun. Trafflc Study Revtew
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January 18,2001
ORDINANCE 35,2000
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR THE
APPROVAL OF AN APPLICATION FROM TENET OF
SOUTH FLORIDA HEALTH SYSTEMS FOR AN
AMENDMENT TO THE PALM BEACH GARDENS MEDICAL
CENTER PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT WHICH WAS
ORIGINALLY APPROVED BY ORDINANCE 28, 1991 AND
WAS SUBEQUENTLY AMENDED BY RESOLUTION 92,
1992, RESOLUTION 3, 1995 AND ORDINANCE 26, 1995;
FEET OF PREVIOUSLY APPROVED UNBUILT MEDICAL
CENTER USES LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER
OF BURNS ROAD AND GARDENS EAST DRIVE, AS MORE
PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED HEREIN; PROVIDING FOR
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL; PROVIDING FOR WAIVERS;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
APPROVING A CHANGE IN USES OF 81,600 SQUARE-
WHEREAS, the City of Palm Beach Gardens received an application
from TENET of South Florida Health Systems for an amendment to the Palm
Beach Gardens Medical Center Planned Unit Development which was
originally approved by Ordinance 28,1991 and was subsequently amended
by Resolution 92, 1992, Resolution 3, 1995 and Ordinance 26, 1995 in order
to change uses within 81,600 square feet of previously approved, yet unbuilt,
Medical Center uses; and
WHEREAS, the 22.12 acre Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center site,
located at the southeast corner of Burns Road and Gardens East Drive, as
more particularly described in Exhibit “A”, is currently zoned Professional
Office with a Planned Unit Development Overlay Zone; and
WHEREAS, the Growth Management Department has reviewed said
application and determined that it is sufficient; and
WHEREAS, the Growth Management Department has reviewed said
application and determined that it is consistent with the City’s
Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Regulations; and
WHEREAS, the Growth Management Department has recommended
approval of the amendment of the Planned Unit Development (PUD) known
as the Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center; and
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WHEREAS, the City's Planning and Zoning Commission has
reviewed said application and recommended that it be approved with the
requested waivers and subject to certain conditions stated herein.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA:
SECTION 1. The City Council of the City of Palm Beach Gardens,
Florida hereby approves an amendment to the "Palm Beach Gardens
Medical Center" PUD, located at the southeast corner of Bums Road and
Gardens East Drive, as more particularly described in Exhibit "A attached
hereto and incorporated herein by this reference, to permit a change in uses
of 81,600 square feet of previously approved, yet unbuift, medical center
uses to allow for the construction of a 37,500 square foot medical office
building, the addition of 30 hospital beds, the expansion of operating rooms,
the intensive care unit, and the mechanical, storage and service areas.
SECTION 2. Said Planned Unit Development is approved subject to
the following conditions, which shall be the responsibility of the applicant, its
successors or assigns:
(4)
Prior to Construction Plan approval, the applicant shall submit
the original SFWMD permit. (City Engineer)
Prior to issuance of first building permit, the applicant shall
submit a Boundary Plat of the subject site to the City for review
and approval. The plat shall be recorded prior to the issuance
of the first building permit. (City Engineer)
Prior to the issuance of first building permit and within 6
months of the issuance of the Development Order, the
applicant shall enter into a Public Facilities Agreement (PFA)
with Palm Beach County. The PFA will be for the widening of
Alternate AIA from RCA Boulevard to the new Loop Road
from four-lanes to six-lanes. (City Engineer)
Prior to commencement of construction of the widening (to six
lanes) of Alternate A1A from RCA Boulevard to the new Loop
Road and construction of the PGA Boulevard/Altemate AIA
interchange, total development shall generate no more than
904 new daily trips. (City Engineer)
All unsatisfied conditions of approvals deriving from Ordinance
28, 1991 and Ordinance 26, 1995, to the extent not modified
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herein, remain in full force and effect. (Planning & Zoning)
The build-out date of this project is December 31, 2010 as
referenced in the September 29, 2000 traffic impact analysis.
For the purposes of this condition, the project shall be
considered built-out if all building permits have been issued
and the applicant is actively engaged in the development of the
site. (Planning & Zoning)
All landscaping within the Burns Road right-of-way adjacent to
the subject site shall be irrigated and maintained by the
petitioner in accordance with the Land Development
Regulations. (Planning & Zoning)
SECTION 3. The following waivers are hereby granted with this
approval:
1. Number of Parking Spaces Required - Section 180, which requires 298
parking spaces based on 2 spaces per bed (30 beds proposed), I space
per 200 s.f.. Medical Office Building (37,500 s.f. proposed), 1 space per
250 s.f. medical laboratory (12,000 s.f. proposed), 1 space per 2,000 s.f.
warehouse (3,300 s.f. proposed), to allow for 255 spaces, a deficit of 43
spaces.
2. Minimum width for parking spaces - Section 179, which requires IO-foot
wide parking spaces, to allow for 9-foot wide parking spaces.
3. Number of Wall Signs - Section 136, which allows for one wall sign per
building/principal tenant, to allow for 4 wall signs on Hospital Building ‘and
2 wall signs on Medical Office Building.
4. Number of Ground Signs - Section 136, which allows for 3 monument
signs, 7 entrance/exit signs, and three directional signs, to allow for 13
directional signs,
5. Maximum Building Height in Public/lnstitutional is 45 feet, to allow for 49-
foot high Medical Office Building.
SECTION 4. Construction of the Planned Unit Development shall be
in compliance with the following plans on file with the City’s Growth
Management Department:
Official Exhibits:
1.
2.
3.
4.
9/18/00 Cover Sheethdex of Drawings
1/9/01 Master Plan, Oliver Glidden Partners
11/14/00 Alternate Master Plan, IO’ wide hospital use stalls,
Sheet AI .Oa
1 111 3/00 Alternate Master Plan (without 43 spaces, Sheet AI .Ob
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5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
IO.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
23.
11/13/00 Master Phasing Plan, Sheet A 1 .I
1/9/01 Signage Plan, Sheet A1.2
5/1/00 Radiology Addition, Sheet A2.0
5/1/00 Mechanical and Electrical Additions, Sheet A2.1
5/1/00 3rd Story Hospital Addition, Sheet A2.2
5/1/00 3" Story Hospital Addition, Sheet A2.3
11/21/00 Medical Office Building, Sheet A3.0
5/1/00 Medical Office Building, Sheet A3.1
5/1/00 Medical Office Building, 2"d and 3'c1 Floor Plan, Sheet A3.2
5/1/00 Roof Plan, Sheet A3.3
9/8/00 Building Elevations, Sheet A3.4
11/14/00 Burns Road Street Elevation (M.O.B.), Sheet A3.4a
9/8/00 Building Elevations, Sheet A3.5
9/8/00 LoadingEtorage, Material Management, Sheet A4.0
9/8/00 Building Elevation, Sheet 5.0
11/14/00 Lighting Plan, Sheet SPE
I 1/21/00 Landscape Plans, Environmental Design Group, Sheets
11/27/00 Conceptual Drainage Plan, Kimley Horn, Sheet CDP 1
1/21/00 Boundary and Topographic Survey
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Supporting Documents:
1. September 29, 2000 Traffic Impact Analysis, Kimley-Horn. 0
SECTION 5. If any section, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase, or
word of this Ordinance is for any reason held by a court of competent
jurisdiction to be unconstitutional, inoperative or void, such holding shall not
affect the remainder of the Ordinance.
SECTION 6. All ordinances or parts of ordinances of the City of Palm
Beach Gardens, Florida, which are in conflict with this Ordinance are hereby
repealed.
SECTION 7. This Ordinance shall be effective upon adoption.
PLACED ON FIRST READING THIS ?@DAY OFD~~ 2000.
PLACED ON SECOND READING THIS / '' DAY OF fi& . 2001.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS /sf DAY OF 6 2001.
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VlwMAYOh ERIC ABLIN d
VOTE:
MAYOR RUSSO
VICE MAYOR JABLIN
COUNCILMAN CLARK
COUNCILWOMAN FURTADO
COUNCILMAN SABATELLO
AYE NAY ABSENT
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EXHIBIT A
Legal Description of the Property
PARCEL A:
A PARCEL OF LAND LYING IN SECTION 7, TOWNSIIIP 42 SOUIlt, RANGE 43 UST, FAW
BEACll COUNTY, FLUHIDA, DEINti HORE PARTICULAKLY DUSCRIBEU AS FOLWWS:
COMHWCINC;~ AT '171E POIHT OF INTERSECTIOH OF 1llE CENTER LINE OF THE FLORIDA
SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP It SOUIH, RANGE I3 EAST, PAW BFJICll COUNTY, FIURIDA;
DISTANCE OF 51.86 FEET TO A POINT (ACCORDING TU ME RlGllT OF WAY AND TRACT
HAP OF THE FWRIDA EAST COAST RAILWAY CO., SAID CENTER LINE OF 11IE FlURJflA
EAST COAST RAILWAY RItiItT OF WAY REARS NORTH 14'01'00'' WFST AT 11lfS rOlNT AND
ALL OTHER UEARINGS STATED IKREIN ARE RELATIVE 111ERFTO) I 1IIENCE NORTll
75'59'01" FAST A DISlANCR OF 131 ,W FEET TU THE 8EClN)r.lNG OF A CURVE CONCAVE
TO THE SOUTH, HAVING A RADIUS OF 283,37 FEtT ANI) A CENJRAL AWL€ OF
13'22'k5": THENCE EASTERI,Y, AWNC THE ARC OF SAID CURVE A DISTANCE OF 76.06 FEET TO THE END OF SAlD CURVE1 THFA'HCE SOUTII 88'38'15" EAST AWNC TIIF, TANGENT
'JU SAlD CURVE, A DISTANCE OF 616.56 FEET TO THE BEGINNING OF A CURVE CUNCAVE
TO THE NORTH, HAVING A RADIUS OF 1682.15 FEET AND A CENTRAL ANGLE OF
6'I8'15''; TIIENCE EASTERLY, AIIlHt; TIIE ARC OF SAID CURVE, A DISTANCE OF 199.76 FEET TO TIIF; END OF SAIO CURVE; nlENCE NORTll 8h'33'30" EAST ALONG TllE TANGENT
TO SAID CURVE, A DISTANCE OF 631.81 FEET TO A MINT; TllFJKE SOu1'11 03'26'30''
EAST COAST RAILWAY R1tiIiT OF WAY AND THE EAST-WEST QUARTER SECTION LINE OF
TIIENCE SOL17H 88'38'15" EAST, AWNC SAID EAST-WF;ST UUARTER SELTIUN LINE, A
EAST A DISTANCE OF 30 FEET TO niE T'UINT OF BEGINNING OF TIIE HEREIN DESCRIBED
PARCEL, SAID POINT BEING ON TllE SOKf"LY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF BURNS ROAD (60
FEET RlGHT-OF-WAY) ; TltENCE CONTINUE SOUTll.O5*26'3O" EAST, DEPARTIHG FROH SAlD
SOUTHERLY RICIIT-UF-WAY LINE, A DISTANCE OF 219.16 FEET TO A POINT; TIIENCE
NORTll 84'33'30" EAST A DISTANCE OF 37.88 FEm TO A FOINT: 'IIIENCE SOUlll
50'33'08" EAST A DISTANCE Of 23.32 FEE7 TO A WINT; THENCE NOR111 81'33'3U"
DISTANCE OF 29,75 FEn TO A I'OIN'T: TllEHCE NORIH 84'33'13" FAST A DISTANCE OF
17,43 FELT TO A POINT; 'JliENCE SUUlll 49*48'48" EAST A DISTANCE OF 71,182 FKI'
TO A YOItiT: THENCE NORTH 84'01'26'' EAST A DISTANCE OF 123.89 FER 1'0 A POINT:
THENCE SOUlll 05'26'30" EAST A DISTANCE OF 731.93 FEET 70 A POINT, SAID PUlNT
BWK 28, AT PAGE SI, PlIRLIC RECORIIS OF PAM BEACH CWNTY, FLORIDA; TIIENCE
SWnI 75'5"05" LET, AIUNti TllE NORTII LINE OF SAID PLAT OF MERIDIAN PARK, A
DISTANCE OF 365.68 FEET TO A FOINT, SAID PoINT BEING THE NORTIWEST CORNER OF
SAID PLAT OF HERIDIAN PARK. SAIU POINT ALSO BEING ON TllE EASTERLY
RIGIIT-OF-WAY LINE OF GARDEN EAST DRIVE (GO' RIGIIT-OF-VAY)l TlIENCF; NORTN
16'02'55" WEST, ALONG THE EASTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF SAID G'ARDW &AST
DRIVE AND DEPARTING FROH Ill& NOR171 LlNE OF SAID PUT OF MERIDIAN PARK, A
DISTANCE OF 107S.92 FEET TO A POINT OF CURVE CONCAVE To TllE SOUTIIEAST, IIAVING
A RADIUS OF 23.0 FEFT AND A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 98*36'2S"; TIIENCE NORllIERLY,
FEE;T TO VIE END OF SAID CURVE, SAID WlMT BEING ON TllE SOUIlIERLY RItillt-OF-WAY
EAST A DISTANCE OF 52.88 FEET TO A POINT~ ntwE NURTII 0~26'10~' VEST A
REING ON THE NOR1" LINE OF TI16 PLAT OF HERILJJAN PARK, AS RECOHDEU IN PIAT
NORIXEASTERLY AMI) EASTERLY, ALONG TIE ARC OF SAID CURVE, A DISTANCE OF 43.01
LINE OF SAID BURNS ROAD^ T~IEHCE NORTH WIY~O~~ LAST AWNC ntE TANGENT TO
SAID CURVE AND ALONG TliE SOUTHERLY RIGllT-OF-WAY LINE OF SAID BURNS ROAD, A
DISTANCE OF 396.69 FEET To THE POINT OF BEGINNING,
CONTAINING IN ALL 13.91 ACRES, HORE OR LESS. a
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ARCEL OF LAND LWNO IN SECnON 7, TOWNSHIP 42 SOUTH, RANGE 43 EAST. PAlh4 BEACH COUNN. D& BENO MORE Pancuuuy DESCR~BED ECS FOLLOWS: &
COMMENCINO AT THE POINT OF IFrTERSECllOFI OF THE CENTER LINE OF THE FLORIDA EhsT COAST
RhILWAY RJOHT OF WAY AND THE EAsT.wEsT QUARTER SECTION LINE OF SECTlON 7, TOWNSWP 42
SOU"& RANGE 43 US", PALM BEACH COW, FLORID& T"CE SOUTH 88'38'19' EAS?: ALONO SAJb UJT. WEST QUARTER SECnON UNE, A DJSI'ANCE OF 51.86 F€€I' To A POI" (ACCORDINO THE RIGHT
OF WAY AND TRACT MAP OF THE FLORIDA EAST COAST RAILWAY CO., SAJD CENTER UNE OF THE
PL.0RID.A M COAST WWAY WOW OF WAY BEARS NORTH 14'0l'W WEST AT "HIS POIm AND hu OTHER BWOS nA7ED I-WWN ARE FEIA'WE THER&TD); TKENCE NORW 75'SQOl' EASI' A DISTANCE
OF 131.00 FEET TO THE BEGINNIN0 OF A CURVE CONCAVE TO THE SOUTH, HAWNO A WlUS OF 283.37
FEET AND A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 15'22'4Y; THENCE EASTERLY, ALONG ME ARC OF SAID CURVE A
DISTANCE OF 76.06 FEET TO THE END OF SAID CURVE; THENCE SOUTH 88'38'15' EAST ALONG THE
TANGEM TO SAID CURVE A DJSTANCE OF 616% FEFT TO "E BEGlNMNO OF A CURVE CONCAVE 'ID ?%E
NORTH, HAVING A RADIUS OF 1682.1S FEET AND A CENTRhL ANGLE OF 6'46'15'; THElVCE MERLY,
ALONG 'WE ARC OF SAID CURVE, A DISTANCE OF 199.76 FEE" TO THE END OF SAD CURVE; THENCE NORTH 81'33'30' EAST ALONO THE TANOENT TO SAD CUR= A DISTANCE OF 631.81 FEET TO A POlNT; THENCE SOUTH OS'3670' UST A DISTANCE OF 30 FE€r TO THE POINT OF BEOINNlNG OF HEREIN
DESCRIBED PARCEL SAlD POINT BEISO ON SOUTHERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF BURNS ROAD (60 FEET RIGHT- OF*WAY); 'I74.EP;CE CONTINUE SOUTH OS'26'30' EAST, DEPARTING FROM SAID SOUTHERLY
RTGKT-OF*WAY UNE, A DISTANCE OF 219.16 TO A POIKp, THEKE NORW 64'33W EAST A DISTIWCE
OF 3768 F€ET 'ro A POlm, ?HEN= SOLTIT! SO'53'08' EAm A DISTANCE OF PJ2 FEET TO A POIW, THENCE
NOR7X 84'3330' W A DISTANCE OF S2S8 FEET TO A POINT 7"CE NORTH 05'2630' WEST A DEfANCE
OF z1s.u FEET TO A POWT, SAD porn BENO ON ?HE s0n-r~~~~ RJOKT.OF=WAY UNE OF SAID ams
ROAD AND LYWO ON THE ARC OF A CURVE CONCAVE TO 7HE SOU", HAVWO A RADIUS OF 913.93 M,
my, ALONO THE ARC OF SAID CURVE a'D ALONG THE x)UTKERLY RIGHT.OF*WAY LiNE OF WD
A 7XEX.E
BURNS ROAD. A DISTM'CE OF 12.48 EFT TO THE POlYT OF TANGENT OF SAID CURVE; THENCE Som
ANOLE OF 00'45'2r AND A RADIUS BIWWG AT THIS POW OF SOUlH o('41w'
WEST, CONTINUING ALONG THE SOUTHERLY R(GHT-OF*WAY UNE OF SAID BURNS ROAD. A
ANCE OF 94.90 FEET TO THE POlNT OF BEGINNINO.
PARCEL'C AREA: 0.56 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. .
TOTAL AREA OF PARCEIS *A*, Ti', AND 'C; 2212 ACRES, MORE OR LESS.
SUBJECT TO RIGHTS-OF-WAY, EASEMENTS AND 07'KER MATTERS OF RECORD.
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CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
PLANNING, ZONING, AND APPEALS BOARD
Agenda Cover Memorandum
Meeting Date: January 13,2009
Petition #: MISC-08-05-000045
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SUBJECT/AGENDA ITEM
MISC-08-05-000045: Northcorp Corporate Park PCD: Master Signage Program Amendment
Recommendation to City Council: A request by Don Hearing of Cotleur & Hearing, on behalf of
NorthCorp Corporate Park Property Owner’s Association, for approval of an amendment to the
Master Signage Program for the Northcorp Corporate Park Planned Community Development
(PCD), generally bounded by the Gardens Station PUD to the north, Interstate 95 to the west, Burns
Road to the south, and the FEC Railway to the east.
[XI Recommendation to APPROVE with two (2) waivers
[XI Recommendation to DENY two (2) monuments signs
Reviewed by:
Interim City
Attorney
R. Max Lohman, Esq.
Development
Compliance
Bahareh Keshavarz-Wolfs,
AICP
Planning Manager Ju
Natalie Wong, AICP
Growth Manage
Administrator *
Kara L. Irwin, AICP
Senior Accountant
Tresha Thomas
Approved By:
City Manager
Ronald M. Ferris
Originating Dept.:
Growth Management:
Manager
Richard
Senior Planner
[XI Quasi -Judicial
[ ] Legislative
[ ] Public Hearing
Advertised:
[ ]Required
[XI Not Required
Affected Parties:
[ ]Notified
[XI Not Required
FINANCE: NIA
Costs: $ NIA
Total
$ NIA
Current FY
Funding Source:
[ ]Operating
[XI Other-
Budget Acct.#:
NIA
PZAB Action:
[ ] Rec. approval
[ 3 Rec. app. wl conds.
[ ] Rec. Denial
[ ] Continued to:
Attachments:
*3 Waiver Justification
Program
*:e Proposed Sign
Program
9 Site Plan and
Landscape Plan
e:* Resolution 1 1,2006
Meeting Date: January 13,2009
Petition: MISC-08-05-000045
Sign
BACKGROUND
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The NorthCorp Corporate Park Planned Community Development (PCD) was approved by the City
Council on January 18, 1990, through the adoption of Ordinance 1, 1990. The ordinance (1) united
all lands comprising the former RCA site into one development order; (2) provided an approval
mechanism for future petitions within the PCD; (3) assigned site-specific restrictions to certain lots;
(4) established maximum trip generations for the development; and (5) established time-certain
conditions of approval for certain road and drainage improvements.
Monument
Sign #1
Monument
Sign #2
Since its approval several lots have been developed within the PCD. Current tenants within the
NorthCorp PCD include, among others: Catalfumo; Wackenhut; Anspach; Hilda Flack Interiors;
Hampton Inn; Marriot; and 31 Implant Innovations.
46 square feet 2 1 Height: 20 feet 12-inches
75 square feet 2 1 Height: 25 feet 12-inches
Width: 2.3 feet
Width: 3 feet
LAND USE & ZONING
The Future Land Use Map of the City’s Comprehensive Plan designates the NorthCorp PCD as
Industrial (I). The site has a Planned Community Development (PCD) Overlay with an underlying
Research & Light Industrial Park (M-1) zoning district.
PROJECT DETAILS
There are four (4) types of signs being proposed with this request: five (5) directional signs, twenty-
five address signs, one (1) twenty-foot monument sign and one (1) twenty-five-foot monument sign.
The applicant is also requesting approval to replace the existing street signs within the PCD to
incorporate the corporate park’s logo (see attached signage package).
Monument Signs
The applicant proposes two (2) monument signs with the subject request. The proposed twenty-five
foot monument sign is to be located on the west side of the corporate park adjacent to Interstate 95.
The second monument sign, which measures twenty feet high, is proposed along the east side of the
property adjacent to Alternate AlA. It should be noted that the applicant has requested a waiver to
exceed the maximum height and copy area permitted for non-residential monument signs (please
see waiver section).The monument signs have the following measurements (see table below):
Directional & Address Signs
The plan proposes five (5) directional signs and twenty-five address signs. The directional signs are
proposed to replace the previously approved directional signs located in common areas and the road
medians, which are landscaped and maintained by the NorthCorp Property Owner’s Association. In
addition to the directional signs, the applicant proposes address signs to assist vehicular traffic with
finding their intended destination. Due to the size of the signs and number proposed, the applicant
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has requested a waiver to exceed the maximum allowed by the City’s code (please see waiver
section).
All signs will incorporate the NorthCorp logo which will be treated with a patina finish. The sign
faces are proposed to be white and the text will be black. The directional and address signs have the
following measurements (see table below):
Sign Size Faces Quantity Dimensions
Directional 22 square feet 1 5 Height: 6 feet
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Waivers
The Applicant has requested approval of waivers from the following Code sections:
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WAIVER CRITERIA:
Section 78-158 (i). Criteria. A request for the City Council to approve a waiver from one or more of the 0 standards and requirements applicable to a planned development, PUD, or PCD shall comply with a majority
of the criteria listed below (stars recommendations are in italics),
1. The request is consistent with the City’s Comprehensive Plan.
The subject waivers for the building and directional signs request do not inteflere with any
Comprehensive Plan policies.
2. The request is consistent with the purpose and intent of this section.
Staff believes that the address signs and directional signs are consistent with the purpose and intent
of City Code Section 78-271. It is stars professional opinion that the address and directional signs
will Jirrther the concept of creating a cwporate park identity and assist vehicular traflc in Jinding
their intended destination within the PCD with ease.
Staff does not believe the waiver to exceed the maximum height and copy area for a monument sign
is consistent with the purpose and intent of this section. City Code Section 78-158 states,
‘I... encourages applicants to propose innovative, creative, and utilize planning, design, and
architectural concepts that will benejit the City ”. It is stafs position that the proposed monument
signs do not bring any architectural beneJit to the City or enhance the corporate park identity. Staff
believes the Code requirements for ground signs are adequate to create signage that is attractive
and creative. Furthermore, staffwould be in support of the monument signs if they were constructed
consistent with the City Code criteria and were complementary in design to the other signs located
within the PCD.
3. The request is in support of and furthers the City’s goals, objectives, and policies to establish
development possessing architectural significance, pedestrian amenities and linkages, employment
opportunities, reductions in vehicle trips, and a sense of place.
The subject request does not conflict with any of the City’s goals, objectives, andpolicies to establish
development possessing architectural signijicance, pedestrian amenities and linkages, employment
opportunities, reductions in vehicle trips, or a sense of place. Staff believes the proposed ground
monument signs do not create any additional architectural signijicance to the corporate park or
create a sense of place.
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more of the minimum requirements for PUDs.
It is stafls opinion that the granting of the waiver to allow for address and directional signs will
assist vehicular traflc in Jinding their intended destination within the corporate park However, stag
does not believe granting the waiver to exceed the maximum height and copy area for ground
monument signs willfurther the idea of creating a corporate park or sense ofplace.
5. The request for one or more waivers results from innovative design in which other minimum
standards are exceeded.
It is stafs professional opinion that the waiver requested for the ground monument sign is not a
direct result of innovative design, but instead a request to add additional signage along the adjacent
roadways.
6. The request demonstrates that granting of the waiver will result in preservation of valuable natural
resources, including environmentally-sensitive lands, drainage and recharge areas, and coastal areas.
The subject request is not applicable.
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7. The request clearly demonstrates public benefits to be derived, including but not limited to such
benefits as no-cost dedication of rights-of-way, extensions of pedestrian linkages outside of the
project boundaries, preservation of important natural resources, and use of desirable architectural,
building, and site design techniques.
It is stars professional opinion that the waiver request for the ground monument signs does not
clearly demonstrate a public benefit. Staff evaluates signage waivers based upon the purpose and
intent of signage, as defined in City Code Section 78-271. Section 78-271 states, “The purpose of
this division is to create a legalfiamework for a comprehensive and balanced system of signage to
facilitate an easy and pleasant communication between people and their environment and to avoid
the visual clutter that is potentially harmfil ... ” The applicant has stated to staff that the proposed
monument signs would be an architectural benefit to the City and a means of wqfinding (please see
attached waiver criteria justijication). Staff disagrees with the applicant 3 justijkation that the
proposed monument signs will assist in wqfinding. Staff believes the proposed address signs, which
staf is in support 03 would be more than adequate for vehicular trafic to find their intended
destination. Staf believes that the monument signs could be constructed in accordance with the
design criteria set forth in the City Code, and be just as efective without the need of waivers. The
proposed twenty and twenty five-foot monument signage is visual clutter and reminiscent of a pole
sign. Furthermore, it is stafs opinion that approval of the monument signs could set a precedent
for similar requests from developments within the City that want to increase visibility along major
arterials.
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8. Sufficient screening and buffering, if required, are provided to screen adjacent uses from adverse
impacts caused by a waiver.
The applicant does not propose any reductions to the buffers from the original site plan approval.
9. The request is not based solely or predominantly on economic reasons.
The applicant has not stated that the request is based solely or predominantly on economic reasons.
The request will be compatible with existing and potential land uses adjacent to the development
site.
The applicant does not propose any changes to the land use or zoning which would result in
incompatibility to the surrounding areas, however, staff believes the proposed monument signs are
inconsistent with the existing character of the PCD and adjacent land uses.
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this section, and that such waiver or waivers will not be injurious to the area involved or otherwise
detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare.
It is stars professional opinion that the waiver request for the monument signage is not an
innovative architectural concept that will benefit the City. Staflbelieves that the proposed waiver for
the monument signage is not to enhance the corporate park, but to serve as a means of additional
advertising and is not consistent with the purpose and intent for waivers to the planned unit
developments or the City’s sign code.
STAFF ANALYSIS
The intent of Division 7. Signs of the City’s Land Development Regulations is to “. . .authorize the
use of signs, provided they are compatible with their surroundings, appropriate to the activity
that displays them, expressive of the identity of the individual activities and the community as a
whole, and legible in the circumstances in which they are seen.” (emphasis added) City staff has
worked diligently with the applicant to process the subject signage requests and is in favor of the
building directional and address signs and affiliated waiver request.
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However, the proposed monument signs are contradictory to the purpose and intent of the signage
ordinance because they are incompatible with the surrounding area and are inconsistent with any
previously approved signage within the subject site and within the City. The maximum height for a
stand alone monument sign in the City’s LDRs is 10 A. The applicant has requested a height of 25
feet for the two (2) monument signs, which is not compatible with the surrounding area, and
represents a deviation from the City Code by over 60% from the permitted overall height. Section
78-158 requires this deviation to be justified through a waiver request; however, the applicant’s
waiver justification has not provided evidence that the deviation should be supported. Furthermore,
staff would like to emphasize that the proposed monument signs are inconsistent with the existing
monument signs of the PCD that were approved through the adoption of Resolution 1 1,2006.
Staff understands the importance of signage to provide identification to businesses within the PCD
and supports the use of signage to support economic development opportunities within the City, but
believes that the intent of providing this exposure and identification to the NorthCorp PCD could be
achieved under the existing City Code, which allows for stand-alone monument signs up to a height
of 10 A.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends APPROVAL of the proposed building directional and address signs placed
within the corporate park; however, staff recommends DENIAL of the proposed monument signs.
This approval shall be in accordance with the following conditions:
1. Prior to scheduling for City Council, the Applicant shall properly dimension the distances
fiom the monument signs to the nearest parking area, curb, sidewalk or property line on the
landscape plan.
2. Prior to scheduling for City Council, the Applicant shall submit plans specifically indicating
the locations of the proposed signs marked with a dotted line around the proposed locations
for clarity purposes.
3. Prior to scheduling for City Council, the Applicant shall submit plans showing the quantities
on the plant list.
4. All landscaping around signs added or modified by this petition shall be fully irrigated.
5. Prior to the issuance of the building permit for the signs, sign locations may be adjusted so
as not to block views for traffic, conflict with utilities or trees, and shall be approved by the
City Forester.
6. The monument signs, referenced as “Icon Identity Monument” in the attached Master
Signage Package, shall not include tenant signage on either of the signs.
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Waiver Criteria Justification
October 31,2008 0
APPLl CANT’S WAIVER J USPl FICATION
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(i) Criteria. A request for the city council to approve a waiver from one or more of the
standards and requirements applicable to a planned development, PUD, or PCD shall comply
with a majority of the criteria listed below.
(1) The rqquest is consistent with the city’s comprehensive plan.
The request is consistent with the city’s comprehensive plan. Policy 13.1.1.2 of the Economic
Development Element states that “The City shall assist the retention and growth of existing
businesses within the City, particularly those that provide ‘high-wage employment of that
support or complement those employment sectors.” The PCD consists of 1.3 million square feet
of high quality office and light industrial space providing for thousands of jobs in the City of
Palm Beach Gardens. The waivers that are being requested to provide lenience of the signage
code have a direct relationship to the retention and growth of existing businesses within the City - specifically existing businesses in the Northcorp Corporate Park. Without the leniency and in
turn the additional signage, thk existing businesses will have a difficult time growing in the city.
Eventually this may conflict with the city’s goal to retain existing businesses as well. The
requested additional signage will continue to build a sense of business park “community” which
will provide for the attraction, retention, and growth of business within the city.
(2) The request is consistent with the purpose and intent of this section. 0
The entire site has been previously approved as a planned community development and
therefore meets the intent of this section. The petitioner is not requesting a modification to the
site that would change the PCD classification. The applicant is requesting that these waivers be
granted in order to improve the existing PCD. Section 78-155 (a) Composition and Intent, states
that the PCD overlay district should function as a seIf:contained and identifiable district of the
city. Furthermore, the section states that the regulations should encourage imagination and
ingenuity. The proposed signs are consistent in their intent to identify the Corporate Park as one
self-contained district. The designs of the two monument signs are imaginative and original.
(3) The request is in support of and furthers the city’s goals, objectives, and policies to
establish development possessing architectural significance, pedestrian amenities and linkages,
employment opportunities, reductions in vehicle trips, and a sense of place.
The request does not conflict with any of the city’s goals, objectives, or policies to establish
development possessing architectural significance, pedestrian amenities and linkages,
employment opportunities, reductions in vehicle trips, or a sense of place. The waiver request
supports development possessing architectural significance and a sense of place. The monument
signs identify the corporate park with a unique architectural design theme consistent with the 0
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Miscellaneous Petition for Signage
Waiver Criteria Justification
October 31,2008
first phase of signage. The theme is carried through out the park and provides visitors and the
park’s workforce with a sense of community.
(4) The request demonstrates that granting of the waiver will result in a development that
exceeds one or more of the minimum requirements for PUDs.
Due to the waivers relationship to signage, this criterion is not applicable to the request.
(5) The request for one or more waivers results from innovative design in which other
minimum standards are exceeded.
The request for the waiver results from innovative design. The proposed signs have been
designed to reflect signage in an artistic manner. The signs have been designed by Glen Welden,
a well known sign designer in the City as well as the southeast region of the country. The signs
are 25-feet in height but they are a maximum of 4-feet wide. The signs were designed as
slender, curvature structures that would be viewed as picturesque monuments that represent a
high quality corporate park.
(6) The request demonstrates that granting of the waiver will result in preservation of valuable
natural resources, including environmentally-sensitive lands, drainage and recharge areas, and 0 coastal areas.
This criterion is not related to the request.
(7) The request clearly demonstrates public benefits to be derived, including but not limited to
such benefits as no-cost dedication of rights-of-way, extensions of pedestrian linkages outside
of the project boundaries, preservation of important natural resources, and use of desirable
architectural, building, and site design techniques.
As discussed previously, the applicant believes that the design of the monument signs is of
desirable architecture. The applicant also feels that the signs provide a great way-finding public
benefit to city residents and visitors.
(8) Sufficient screening and buffering, if required, are provided to screen adjacent uses from
adverse impacts caused by a waiver.
The applicant is required to sufficiently buffer the proposed monument signs with appropriate
landscape material. The proposed landscape plan reflects the required amount of foundation
planting for both signs.
(9) The request is not based solely or predominantly on economic reasons. 0
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Miscellaneous Petition for Signage
Waiver Criteria Justification
October 31,2008
The request is not based solely on economic reasons. As discussed earlier, the park is a true
community district of the city; one that deserves an identity and to that extent identification.
Currently there is no identification for the park outside of its boundaries. If the City is to support
the park and its businesses, it is imperative that the park is provided with identification from
outside of its boundary. This is the only way that residents and visitors of the city will ever truly
see the park as a community, versus a group of commercial buildings. The monument signs
proposed will allow residents and visitors of the city to identify the park from Interstate 95 and
from Alternate AIA, in addition to providing way-finding identifiers within the park, as a true
planned community development.
(10) The request will be compatible with existing and potential land uses adjacent to the
development site.
The park is surrounded by compatible land uses to the north, south, east, and west (beyond
Interstate 95); general commercial, professional office, industrial, public institutional, mixed use
and high density residential. The proposed signs are compatible with the existing building style
and height in all districts.
(11) The request demonstrates the development will be in harmony with the general purpose
and intent of this section, and that such waiver or waivers will not be injurious to the area
involved or otherwise detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare.
The request will be in harmony with the general purpose and intent of this section. The request
will not be injurious to the area or detrimental to public health, safety, or welfare. The signs are
composed of high quality design and will signify an important planned community within the
City. They will provide unity for the corporate park and will entice interest by residents and
visitors who are unaware or unfamiliar with the park. The proposed monument signs will help
the park become what it should have always been - a destination within the City of Palm Beach
Gardens.
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA APPROVING A MASTER SIGN
PROGRAM FOR THE NORTHCORP CORPORATE PARK
PLANNED COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (PCD), GENERALLY
BOUNDED BY THE GARDENS STATION PUD TO THE
NORTH, INTERSTATE 95 TO THE WEST, BURNS ROAD TO THE
SOUTH, AND THE FEC RAILWAY TO THE EAST, AS MORE
PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED HEREIN; PROVIDING FOR
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
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WHEREAS, the NorthCorp Corporate Park Planned Community Development
(PCD) was approved by the City on January 18, 1990, through the adoption of
Ordinance 1, 1990; and
WHEREAS, the City has received a request by Kimberly Thaler of Cotleur
Hearing, on behalf of John C. Bills Enterprises, Ltd. / NorthCorp 111 Ltd., for approval of a
Master Signage Program for the NorthCorp Corporate Park Planned Community
Development (PCD), generally bounded by the Gardens Station PUD to the
north, Interstate 95 to the west, Burns Road to the south, and the FEC Railway to the
east, as more particularly described herein; and
WHEREAS, the subject has a Planned Community Development (PCD) Overlay
zoning designation and an Industrial (I) future land use designation; and
WHEREAS, the Growth Management Department has reviewed said application,
has determined that as conditioned it is sufficient and is consistent with the City’s Land
Development Regulations and the City’s Comprehensive Plan, and has recommended
approval thereof: and
WHEREAS, the City’s Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board reviewed the subject
petition at its December 13, 2005, meeting and recornmended its approval by a vote of
7-0; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the evidence and testimony
presented by the Petitioner and other interested parties and the recommendations of
the various City of Palm Beach Gardens review agencies and staff; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that adoption of this Resolution is in
the best interest of the citizens and residents of the City of Palm Beach Gardens.
Date Prepared: December 21,2005
Resolution 11,2006
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA that:
SECTION 1. The foregoing recitals are hereby affirmed and ratified.
SECTION 2. The request by Kimberly Thaler of Cotleur Hearing on behalf of
John C. Bills Enterprises, Ltd. / NorthCorp Ill Ltd. for approval of a Master Signage
Program for the NorthCorp Corporate Park Planned Community Development (PCD) is
hereby APPROVED on the following described real property, subject to the conditions of
approval provided herein, which are in addition to the general requirements otherwise
provided by resolution:
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
LEGAL DESCRIPTION AS FOUND ON THE PLAT OF RCA BOULEVARD CENTER;
THE PLAT OF NORTHCORP CENTER; THE PLAT OF WEST PARK CENTER; AND
THE PLAT OF SOUTH PARK CENTER.
SECTION 3. Said Master Signage Program is approved subject to the following
conditions, which shall be the responsibility of the Applicant, its successors, or assigns:
1. Prior to the issuance of a building permit for the signs, the Applicant shall
publicly record easements at the locations of the signs dedicating the
maintenance of the signs and associated landscaping to the RCA Boulevard
Drainage Association, Inc. (Planning & Zoning)
2. The base for the new directional bollard signs shall be comprised of
simulated coquina stone finish. (Planning & Zoning)
SECTION 4. The master signage within the NorthCorp Corporate Park Planned
Community Development (PCD) shall be constructed in accordance with the following
plans on file with the City’s Growth Management Department:
1. Master Signage Program Site Plan and Landscape Plan: Sheets 1 through
4 of 4, prepared by Cotleur Hearing, received and stamped by the City on
December 21,2005.
2. Elevations: Sheets 82 & 84-1, prepared by Glen Welden & Associates,
Inc., received and stamped by the City on December 21,2005.
SECTION 5. Said approval shall be consistent with all representations made by
the Applicant or Applicant’s agents at any workshop or public hearing.
SECTION 6. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon adoption.
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PLANNING, ZONING AND APPEALS BOARD
Agenda Cover Memorandum
Meeting Date: January 13,2009
Petition: REZN-08-07-000003
SUBJECT/AGENDA ITEM
REZN-08-07-000003: Loxahatchee Slough City-Initiated Rezoning
Public Hearing & Recommendation to City Council: A joint City-County initiated request for rezoning of
several parcels of real property within the Loxahatchee Slough and Sandhill Crane Natural Areas from
Planned Development Area (PDA) to Conservation (CONS) zoning district. Said parcels comprise
approximately two thousand twenty four (2,024) acres, in size; such parcels are owned by Palm Beach
County, and are located in three general locations west of the Turnpike, and north of Northlake Boulevard.
[ X ] Recommendation to APPROVE
[ ] Recommendation to DENY
Reviewed by:
Interim City Attorney
R. Max Lohman, Esq.
Development Compliance:
N/A
Bahareh K. Wolfs, AICP
Administrator
Manager
Approved By:
City Manager:
Ronald M. Ferris
Originating Dept.:
Growth Management:
9- Project
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Stephen Mayer
Senior Planner
[XI Quasi - Judicial
[ 3 Legislative
[XI Public Hearing
Advertised:
Date: January 2,2009
Paper: Palm Beach Post
[ X 3 Required
[ 3 NotRequired
Affected Parties:
[XI Notified
[ ] NotRequired
FINANCE:
Senior Accountant:
NIA
Tresha Thomas
Fees Paid: [ X ] Yes
Budget Acct.#:
NIA
PZAB Action:
[ ] Rec. approval
[ ] Rec. app. wl conds.
[ ] Rec. Denial
[ 3 Public Workshop
[ ] Continued to:
Attachments:
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0 Location Map
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Meeting Date: January 13,2009
Petition: REZN-08-07-000003
0 BACKGROUND
The subject properties are located in various areas throughout western Palm Beach Gardens, in the
general vicinity of the existing Loxahatchee Natural Slough more specifically illustrated on the
attached location map. The properties are owned by Palm Beach County (“County”), and were
acquired to preserve and maintain the natural habitat in the Loxahatchee Slough and Sandhill Crane
Natural Areas. Although the subject areas have a Future Land Use (FLU) category of Conservation
and existing conservation easements in place to protect the natural environment, the zoning of the
property as Planned Development Area (PDA) is not appropriate since the nature and character of
these properties now functions exclusively for Conservation purposes.
The proposed Zoning Map change will provide the appropriate zoning district of Conservation
(CONS) to the subject properties. It will provide an additional layer of protection for the properties
to remain protected in perpetuity.
The Loxahatchee Slough Natural Area is the largest and most diverse of the sites acquired as natural
areas by Palm Beach County. It extends for up to seven miles north and south of the intersection of
the Bee Line Highway and PGA Boulevard. The Loxahatchee Slough is a wide, shallow channel of
water that flows approximately 250 days per year. It provides a deep drainage-way through
historical strand swamp and peat soil swale systems. The Slough is a regionally significant wetland
and the historic headwaters of the Loxahatchee National Wild and Scenic River. It is a mosaic of
high-quality freshwater wetlands such as cypress swamps, marshes, and wet prairies, interspersed
with pine flatwoods and hammocks.
The County purchased 10,389 acres of the Slough from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur
Foundation in October 1996. The Loxahatchee Slough is managed as part of a countywide system
of natural areas, protected to maintain the diversity of biological communities and species in Palm
Beach County. This area is open to the public for environmental education, scientific research, and
passive recreation activities, such as nature walks, bird watching, and photography, which are all
permitted uses with the proposed Conservation (CONS) zoning district. The County recently
completed the Loxahatchee Slough Restoration Project which involved the removal of exotic
vegetation, ditch filling and the restoration of hydraulic conditions.
The Sandhill Crane property was purchased by the South Florida Water Management District
(“District’’) in 1999 from the MacArthur Foundation with the intention of giving the land
management to the County so that it could be managed as part of the Loxahatchee Slough Natural
Area. The Sandhill Crane property was donated to the County from the District in November 2007
for conservation purposes in exchange for a Deed of Conservation Easement of the Loxahatchee
Slough Natural Area to provide an additional layer of protection to the conservation lands. The
County manages the habitat and species of the Sandhill Crane property while the District retains its
responsibilities to manage the water flowing through the C-18 canal. Through the adoption of
Ordinance 12, 2008, the City Council amended the FLUM designation for the properties to
Conservation (CONS).
The subject sites consist of several different parcels, which total approximately 2,024 acres. The
proposed zoning district will help preserve the existing native resource and native vegetation on the
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LAND USE & ZONING
The subject areas are outside Urban Growth Boundary (UGB) and function as part of the
Loxahatchee Slough and Sandhill Crane Natural Areas. All three areas are immediately contiguous
to adjacent eco-corridors or natural areas.
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The subject sites have been broken into three (3) parcel areas for the purposes of this report. Parcel
‘1’ is located south of Jupiter Farms along the northern 1/3 of the County’s Loxahatchee Slough
Natural Area; Parcel ‘2’ is located north of the Beeline Highway, approximately 1 mile NE of PGA
Boulevard; and Parcel ‘3’ is located north of Northlake Boulevard, approximately 3 miles west of
the Bee Line Highway. Please see Table 1 (below) and the Location Map (on the followingpage).
Table 1. Subject Properties
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The City has initiated a rezoning of the subject 2,024-acre parcel to Conservation (CONS) zoning
district in order to be consistent with the City’s Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use designation
of Conservation (CONS). Therefore, staff recommends APPROVAL of Petition REZN-08-07-
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA, ADOPTING A LARGE SCALE
AMENDMENT TO ITS COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT PLAN IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANDATES SET FORTH IN CHAPTER
163, FLOIUDA STATUTES, SPECIFICALLY SECTION 163.3184, ET
SEQ., FLORIDA STATUTES, PURSUANT TO CITY INITIATED
APPLICATION NO. CPMA108-01UWWW)08, WHICH PROVIDES FOR
AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY'S FUTURE LAND USE MAP
DESIGNATING FOURTEEN (14) PARCELS OF REAL PROPERTY
CONSERVATtON"; SUCH PARCELS OF LAND ARE LOCATED
NORTH OF BEELINE HIGHWAY AND PGA BOULEVARD,
INFORMALLY KNOWN AS THE "LOXAHATCHEE SLOUGH AND
SANDHILL CRANE NATURAL AREAS"; PROVIDING FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH ALL REQUIREMENTS OF CHAPTER 163,
FLORIDA STATUTE S; PROWDING FOR TRANSMlTTAL TO THE
STATE LAND PLANNING AGENCV; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS
CLAUSE, A SEVERABlLlTY CLAUSE AND AUTHORITY TO
COMW, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES.
COMPRISING APPROXIMATELY Two THOUSAND TWENTY-
FOUR (four+_) ACRES, MORE OR LESS, IN SEE AS "CONS -
WHEREAS, the State Legislature of the State of Florida has mandated that all
municipalities draft and adopt comprehensive development plans to provide thorough
and consistent planning with ward to land within their corporate limits; and
WHEREAS, all amendments to the comprehensive development plan must be
adopted in accordance with detailed procedwes which must be strictly followed; and
WHEREAS, the City of Palm Beach Gardens has carefully prepared an
amendment to its Comprehensive Development Plan pursuant to a City-initiated
amendment; and
WHEREAS, the City of Palm Beach Gardens has held all duly required public
hearings, both prior to submission of the proposed amendment of the plan to the State
Department of Community Affairs and after the proposed amendment of the plan was
returned to the City of Palm Beach Gardens, in accordance with Chapter 163.3184,
Florida Statutes; and
WHEREAS, the Clty Council desires to adopt the amendment to the current
Comprehensive Development Plan to guide snd cmbd the future development of the
City, and to preserve, promote, and protect the public health, safety, and welfare.
Date Prepared: June 13,2008
Ordinance 12.2008
1 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
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SECTION 1. The fixegoing recitals are hereby affirmed and ratified.
SECTIONZ. The Future Land Use Map of the City's Comprehensive
Development Plan is hereby amended, as set forth in accordance with Exhibit "A",
attached hereto and incorporated herein.
SECTION 3. A copy of the Comprehensive Development Plan, as amended, shall
be kept on file in the ofke of the City Clerk, City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
SECTON4. The Growth Management Administrator is hereby directed to
transmit three (3) copies of the amendment to the current Comprehensive Development
Plan to the State Land Planning Agency, along with a copy to the Treasure Coast
Regional Planning Council, and to any other unit 04 local government who has filed a
written quest for a copy, within ten (10) working days after adoption, in accordance with
Section 163.31 84(7), Fb& Safufes.
SECTION 5. All ordinances or parts uf ordim in conflict be and the same are
hereby repealed.
SECTIONB. Should any section or provision of this Ordinance or any portion
thereof, any paragraph, sentence, or word be declared by a court of competent jurisdiction
to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity ofthe remainder of this Ordinance.
SECTlON 7. Specific authority is hereby given to wdii this Ordinance and make it
part of the City's Comprehensive Development Plan.
SECTK)N 8. The effective date of this plan amendment shall be the date a final
order is issued by the Department of Commmity Affairs or Administration Commission
finding the amendment in complii in 8cooTdacK3B with sedion 163.3184(l)(b), Florida
Statutes, whiier occurs earlier. No development orders, deveropment permits, or land
uses dependent on this amendment may be issued or commence before it has become
Medive. If a final order of noncompliance is issued by the Administration Commission,
this amendment may nevertheless be made efFective by 'adoption of a resolution affirming
its effective status, a copy of which resdlcbon - shall be sent to the Department of
Community Affairs, Divisii uf Community Planning, Plan Processing Team.
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Ordinance 12,2008
EXHIBIT “A”
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CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS
PLANNING, ZONING AND APPEALS BOARD
Agenda Cover Memorandum
Meeting Date: January 13,2009
Petition: REZN-08-07-000004
SUBJECT/AGENDA ITEM
REZN-08-07-000004: Northlake Congress City-Initiated Rezoning
Public Hearing & Recommendation to City Council: A City-initiated request, for rezoning on a
portion of real property known as the Northlake Congress Commercial Center from Residential
Medium (RM) to Commercial General (CG1) zoning district. Said property comprises
approximately one and 37/100 (1.37) acres in size; such parcel of land is located on the north side
of Northlake Boulevard approximately one mile east of 1-95 at the intersection of Northlake
Boulevard and Congress Avenue, and owned by Northlake Venture L.C.
[ X ] Recommendation to APPROVE
[ ] Recommendation to DENY
Reviewed by:
Interim City Attorney
R. Max Lohman, Esq.
Development Compliance
Bahareh K. Wolfs, AICP
N/A
Long Ran=
Manager
Nilsa Zacarias, AICP ’
Approved By:
City Manager:
Ronald M. Ferris
Originating Dept.:
Growth Management:
Project
Manager: s/LI
Stephen Mayer
Senior Planner
[XI Quasi - Judicial
[ ] Legislative
[XI Public Hearing
Advertised:
Date: January 2,2009
Paper: Palm Beach Post
[ X ] Required
[ 3 NotRequired
Affected Parties:
[XI Notified
[ ] NotRequired
FINANCE:
Senior Accountant:
N/A
Tresha Thomas
Fees Paid: [ X 3 Yes
Budget Acct.#:
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PZAB Action:
[ ] Rec. approval
[ 3 Rec. app. wl conds.
[ 3 Rec. Denial
[ 3 Public Workshop
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Attachments:
0 Ordinance 16,2008
0 Location Map
0 Current Zoning Map
0 Proposed Zoning
0 Future Land Use
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Meeting Date: January 13,2009
Petition: REZN-08-07-000004
BACKGROUND
The subject petition is a request to change the zoning district for a 1.37 acre parcel from
Residential Medium (RM) to Commercial General (CG1) zoning district. The site is currently part
of the Northlake Congress Commercial Center, a 3.07 acre commercial plaza located on the north
side of Northlake Boulevard approximately one mile east of 1-95 at the intersection of Northlake
Boulevard and Congress Avenue (please see attached location map). The Center consists of a
drugstore parcel, approximately 0.85 acres with an existing 13,905 sq. ft. Walgreens Pharmacy and
a parcel fronting along Northlake Boulevard on the east side is approximately 0.85 acres and is
currently leased by Pol10 Tropical.
The site plan was approved in 1998 via Resolution 117, 1998, and included 16,815 square feet of
commercial uses including a retail/drug store and drive through restaurant. The residential parcel
was included as part of this approval, and currently provides parking, access, loading, and dry
detention for the Commercial Center.
City Council approved Ordinance 16, 2008, amending the Future Land Use Map (FLUM)
designation for this property to Commercial. The proposed Zoning Map change will help bring the
Zoning Map into conformity with the FLUM.
LAND USE & ZONING
The Future Land Use designation of the site as shown on the City’s Future Land Use Map is
Commercial (C) (please see attached FLUM). The site currently has a zoning designation of
General Commercial (CG-1) and Residential Medium (RM) (please see attached current zoning
map). The portion of the site that is designated as Commercial is approximately 1.67 acres and is
located on the northern side where the existing restaurant building is located.
The RM portion of the site, which is approximately 1.37-acres, provides parking, landscaping,
open space, outdoor seating, office and storage uses directly related to the restaurant. The existing
structure which remains on the RM parcel is directly affiliated with the restaurant operations and is
a legal non-conforming use. The City is initiating a rezoning of the subject 1.37-acre parcel to
General Commercial (CG-1) zoning district in order to be consistent with the City’s
Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use designation of Commercial (C) (please see attached
proposed zoning map). The zoning and land-use designations of adjacent properties are as follows:
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ZONING CLASSIFICATIONS AND LAND-USE DESIGNATIONS
Table 1.
SUBJECT PROPERTY: General Commercial &
Northlake Congress Commercial Residential Medium (CG- 1 & commercial (C)
(Walmeens and Pollo Tropical) RM)
Residential Medium
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Vacant (f.k.a. Hilltop) Residential Medium (RM)
TO THE SOUTH: [ Commercial General (CG1) [ Commercial (c) Walgreen, Pollo Tropical/Target
TO THE E4ST:
Dry Cleaning Facility
Commercial General (CG1) Commercial (C)
TO THE WEST:
Applebees General Commercial (CG-1) Commercial (C)
EXISTING NON-CONFORMITIES
The proposed rezoning will help bring the existing legal non-conformities (non-conforming uses)
into conformity with the City’s Code of Ordinance.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
The City has initiated a rezoning of the subject 1.37-acre parcel to General Commercial (CG-1)
zoning district in order to be consistent with the City’s Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use
designation of Commercial (C). Therefore, staff recommends APPROVAL of Petition REZN-08-
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ORDINANCE 16,2008 1
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA ADOPTING A SMALL SCALE
AMENDMENT TO ITS COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT PLAN IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANDATES SET FORTH IN CHAPTER
163, FLORIDA STATUTES, SPECIFICALLY SECTION
163.31 87( I)(c), ET SEQ., FLORIDA STATUTES, PURSUANT TO
PROVIDES FOR AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY’S FUTURE LAND
USE MAP DESIGNATING ONE (1) PARCEL OF REAL PROPERN
COMPRISING APPROXIMATELY ONE AND 37/100 (1.372) ACRES,
MORE OR LESS, IN SIZE AS “(C) COMMERCIAL”; SUCH PARCEL
OF LAND IS LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF
NORTHLAKE BOULEVARD AND CONGRESS AVENUE,
INFORMALLY KNOWN AS THE “NORTHLAKE CONGRESS
COMMERCIAL CENTER”; PROVIDING FOR COMPLIANCE WITH
ALL REQUIREMENTS OF CHAPTER 163, FLORIDA STATUTES;
PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE AND A SEVERABILITY
CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES.
CITY-INITIATED APPLICATION NO. CPMA-08-06-000010, WHICH
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municipalities draft and adopt Comprehensive Development Plans to provide thorough
and consistent planning with regard to land within their corporate limits; and
WHEREAS, all amendments to the Comprehensive Development Plan must be
adopted in accordance with detailed procedures which must be strictly followed; and
WHEREAS, the City of Palm Beach Gardens has initiated application number
CPMA-08-06-000010, which provides for a small-scale amendment to the City
Comprehensive Development Plan which meets all the requirements of a “small scale”
development as defined in Section 163.31 87(l)(c), Florida statutes; and
WHEREAS, the City of Palm Beach Gardens has held all duly required public
hearings, in accordance with Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, and its Code of Ordinances;
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WHEREAS, the City Council desires to adopt the proposed amendment to the
current Comprehensive Development Plan to guide and control the future development
of the City, and to preserve, promote and protect the public health, safety, and welfare.
Date Prepared: June 13,2008
Ordinance 16, 2008
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA that:
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SECTION 1. The foregoing recitals are hereby affirmed and ratified.
SECTION 2. The City Council of the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida hereby
adopts an amendment to its current Comprehensive Development Plan dated January
1990 by providing for the land use designation for one (I) parcel of real property
comprising approximately one and 37/100 (1.37k) acres, more or less, in size and
amending the City's Future Land Use Map accordingly, which amendment consists of
changing the existing map to the one which is attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and made a
part hereof and of the current Comprehensive Development Plan. A copy of the
Comprehensive Development Plan, as amended, is on file in the Mice of the City Clerk,
City of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
SECTION 3. The City's Growth Management Administrator is hereby directed to
transmit one (1) copy of the amendment to the current Comprehensive Development Plan
to the State Land Planning Agency within ten (IO) working days of adoption, along with a
letter from the Mayor or his designee indicating the number of acres for the amendment
submitted, the cumulative number of acres involved in small-scale developments within
the City of Palm Beach Gardens that the City Council has approved during the past
calendar year, a copy of the executed adopting ordinance, ordinance effective date, a
copy of the public hearing notice, a completed copy of Form RPM-ESP-Small Scale-I , and
small scale development amendment application number in accordance with Rule 9J-
11.015, Florida Administrative Code. A copy of the above shall also be sent to the
Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council and to any other unit of local government that
has filed a written request for same.
SECTION 4. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict be and the same are
hereby repealed.
SECTION 5. Should any section or provision of this Ordinance or any portion
thereof, any paragraph, sentence, or word be declared by a court of competent jurisdiction
to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remainder of this Ordinance.
SECTION 6. This amendment shall become effective thirty-one (31) days after
adoption. No development orders, development permits or land uses dependent on this
amendment may be issued or commence before it has become effective. If the
Ordinance is timely challenged by an "affected person" as defined in Chapter 163,
Florida Statutes, the amendment does not become effective until a final order is issued
finding the amendment in compliance.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED this pday of J+*o1.( , 2008, upon
second and final reading.
CITY OF PAULBEACH GARDENS
Jody Barnett, Councilmember 1
Robert G. Premuroso, Councilmember
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City of Palm Beach Gardens
Northlake Congress Commercial Center
REZN-08-07-000004
Planning, Zoning, and Appeals Board
Local Planning Agency
January 13, 2009
Subject Request
•City-initiated request for rezoning of one (1) parcel
from Residential Medium (RM) to Commercial
General (CG1) zoning district
•The 1.37-acre parcel is located approximately one
mile east of I-95 at the intersection of Northlake
Boulevard and Congress Avenue, and owned by
Northlake Venture L.C.
Background
•The site plan was approved in 1998 via
Resolution 117, 1998, and included 16,815
square feet of commercial uses including a
retail/drug store and drive through restaurant.
The residential parcel was included as part of
this approval, and currently provides parking,
access, loading, and dry detention for the
Commercial Center
Zoning
•On September 4, 2008, City Council adopted
Ordinance 16, 2008, which approved a small-
scale City-initiated Future Land Use (FLU) Map
Amendment to change the existing RM FLU to
Commercial (C)
•The subject request is to change the zoning to
be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan
•The City has initiated a rezoning of the subject 1.37-
acre parcel to General Commercial (CG-1) zoning
district in order to be consistent with the City’s
Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use designation
of Commercial (C).
•Staff recommends approval of REZN-08-07-000004
Staff recommendation
City of Palm Beach Gardens
NorthCorp PCD Master Signage
Amendment
Petition No. MISC-08-05-000045
Planning, Zoning, and Appeals Board
January 13, 2009
•Subject request is for approval of an amendment
to the Master Signage Program (MSP)for
NorthCorp PCD.
•The Applicant is requesting approval for two (2)
monument signs,five (5)directional signs,and
25 address signs.
Subject Request
Directional & Address Signs
•Applicant proposes five (5)directional signs and 25
address signs.
–One waiver is being requested for the size and height of
the directional signs.
•Code allows directional signs to have a maximum copy area of
four (4)square feet and a maximum height of four (4)feet.
–One waiver is being requested for the number of
address signs
Address Sign
Directional Sign
Monument Signs
•The Applicant proposes two monument signs:
–One (1) 20-foot high sign located adjacent to
Alternate A1A;
–One (1) 25-foot high sign located adjacent to I-95.
•Waivers are being requested to exceed the maximum height
for both signs and to exceed the allowable copy area for the
25-foot sign.
–Code allows signs to 10’ x 15” with a maximum copy area of 60 square
feet.
Monument Signs
Monument Sign Waivers
•Staff’s opinion is that the additional monument sign
is not adequately justified by the Applicant.
•Also, staff believes that the location of the
proposed signs are not suitable for signage and
could set a negative precedent, leading to similar
requests.
•It is staff’s opinion that the monument signs could
be constructed in accordance with the Code and
serve the same purpose.
Monument Sign Waivers (cont’d)
•The City’s LDRs state, “…authorize the use of
signs, provided they are compatible with
their surroundings, appropriate to the
activity that displays them…”
–Staff has suggested other alternatives to the
applicant to possibly obtain exposure on I-95,
however, they chose to proceed as submitted.
Staff Recommendation
•Staff recommends APPROVAL of petition
MISC-08-05-000045 with two (2) waivers that
would allow for the building directional and
address signs.
•Staff recommends DENIAL of the two (2)
waivers associated with the monument signs.
City of Palm Beach Gardens
Loxahatchee Slough
REZN-08-07-000003
Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board
Local Planning Agency
January 13, 2009
Subject Request
•City-initiated request for rezoning of several
parcels from Planned Development Area (PDA) to
Conservation (CONS) zoning district
•Approximately 2,024 acres
•Owned by Palm Beach County
•Located in three general locations west of the
Turnpike, and north of Northlake Boulevard
Background
•The properties are owned by Palm Beach
County and were acquired to preserve and
maintain the natural habitat in the Loxahatchee
Slough and Sandhill Crane Natural Areas
•The proposed Zoning Map change will provide
the appropriate zoning district of Conservation
(CONS) to the subject properties
Zoning
•The City Council adopted Ordinance 12, 2008,
which approved a small-scale City-initiated
Future Land Use (FLU) Map Amendment to
change to Conservation(CONS)
•The subject request is to change the zoning to
be consistent with the City’s Comprehensive
Plan
•The City has initiated a rezoning of the subject
parcels to Conservation (CONS) zoning district in
order to be consistent with the City’s Comprehensive
Plan Future Land Use designation of Conservation
(CONS)
•Staff recommends approval of REZN-08-07-000003
Staff Recommendation
City of Palm Beach Gardens
Gardens Medical Center
PUDA-08-08-000019
Planning, Zoning, and Appeals Board
January 13, 2009
Subject Request
•Subject request is for a major conditional use with
site plan revisions to an existing PUD
•Approval of a site plan to allow for the expansion
of the Emergency Care Department by 6,431
square feet, and minor modifications to the site
Background
•The 22.2-acre subject property has an
existing approved conditional use for the
Gardens Medical Center
•Property has a zoning designation of
Professional Office (PO) and a Future
Land Use designation of Public (P) and
Professional Office (PO)
Compatibility
•The project received traffic concurrency
from PBC on October 28, 2008
•The major conditional use approval is an
expansion to an existing major conditional
use and the applicant has demonstrated
the criteria for a major conditional use
Project Details
•Site Access: Currently there are 6 access
points to the site and the applicant
proposes minor site plan revisions and a
concurrently processed master signage
program to provide more adequate
circulation.
Architecture
•The architecture of the proposed Emergency
Room expansion building & canopy will be
compatible with the existing building
–The new building will incorporate 4-side
architecture, varied roof elements and a
contemporary theme
–All rooftop equipment will be screened from
public view
–Consistent colors will be used
Signage
•Currently, there is existing variances to
allow additional signage and increased
size of monument sign
–A concurrently reviewed master signage
program to change locations of previously
approved directional signage and increase
their size
•Applicant proposes 21,290 landscape points,
whereas 11,077 landscape points are
required
•The landscape areas adjacent to the
proposed emergency department renovation
have been enhanced with additional shrubs,
and ground cover.
Landscaping
•The Oak trees that have been displaced as a
result of the driveway shift have been
relocated, and the parking islands have been
increased in width.
•Requests no waivers from the City’s
landscaping Code
Landscaping
Waiver Requests
•The Applicant has requested the following
one (1):
Code Section Required/Allowed Provided Waiver/Deviation Recommendation
Section 78-153
Table 12 90 foot setback 64.3 foot setback 25.7 feet of setback Approval (1)
Waivers
•Staff recommends approval of the
requested waivers because the Applicant
has adequately justified the waiver criteria
in accordance with Section 78-158 of the
City’s Land Development Regulations
(LDRs)
Recommendation
•Staff recommends approval of the petition
with one requested waiver and the
conditions of approval contained therein.
CPMA 07-08-000007:Frenchman’s Crossing
•Section 163.3187 , F.S. provides for amendments to the
Comprehensive Plan each year for small scale
•Small Scale = 10 acres or less and cumulative annual
acreage for all small scale no greater than 120 acres. Large
Scale = greater than 10 acres (Section 163. 3187, F. S)
•The City is required to designate a future land use
designation within one year of annexation
CPMA 07-08-000007: Frenchman’s Crossing Future
Land Use Map Amendment
Public Hearing and Recommendation to City Council:
A request by Jennifer M. Tighe on behalf of Live Oak Land
Hood Road, LLC., for a small-scale Future Land Use Map
amendment to change the current Future Land Use Map
designation of approximately 10-acres of land generally
located at the northwest corner of the intersection of Hood
Road and Alternate A1A, from Palm Beach County Medium
Residential (MR-5) Future Land Use Map designation to
Palm Beach Garden’s Commercial (C) Future Land Use
Map designation.
Location
•City Council adopted Resolution 90, 2006 -allowed for the concurrent
processing
•voluntary annexation
•comprehensive plan map amendment
•rezoning
•site plan
•The subject site is within unincorporated Palm Beach County and
operates as a Kampgrounds of America (KOA) Recreational Vehicle
(RV) park with 120 RV staging spaces.
•Current Land Use is Palm Beach County Medium Residential, five (5)
units per acre (MR-5)
Future Land Use Map
Parcel Acreage North South East West
KOA Campsite
(Medium
Residential,
(MR-5)/
Unincorporated
10.0 Evergrene
Residential
Community
(Residential
Medium/
Planned
Community
Development
(PCD))
Palm Beach
Gardens
Seacoast Utility
Authority
Hood Road
Water
Treatment
Plant (Public/
Public
Institutional
(PI))
Palm Beach
Gardens
Frenchman’s
Reserve
(Residential
Low/ Planned
Community
Development
(PCD))
Palm Beach
Gardens
Evergrene
Residential
Community
(Residential
Medium/
Planned
Community
Development
(PCD))
Palm Beach
Gardens
Compatibility with Surrounding Area
•Policy 1.1.6.1.:Development order and permits for future development and redevelopment
activities shall be issued only in areas possessing the appropriate Future Land Use designation and
that are consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of this Comprehensive Plan.
The trip generation analysis reflects that there will be a net INCREASE of 5,648 AADT
external trips because the applicant has agreed to deed restrict the property to 152,461 S.F. of
general commercial, or the equivalent number of net trips. The applicant has demonstrated
that the proposed change with the deed restriction will not have a significant impact upon
the roadway network.
•Objective 1.1.7.:The City shall maintain land development regulations containing standards and
provisions which encourage the elimination or reduction or uses inconsistent with the City’s
character and future land uses.
The proposed land-use amendment from Palm Beach County Medium Residential(MR-5) to
Commercial (C) provides for consistency with existing infrastructure and services in the
City of Palm Beach Gardens. The changes will provide commercial development at an
intersection of a collector and an arterial road. The location of commercial uses adjacent to
the FEC railroad and the arterial Alternate A1A provides an appropriate transition to the
residential uses to the west and north.
Parcel External Trips
under current
External Trips under
restriction
Net Change
Frenchman’s
Crossing
-10 Acres
500 AADT* trips
57 PM peak-hour
trips
5,648 AADT* trips
528 PM peak-hour
trips
5,148 AADT* trips
471 PM peak-hour
trips
Traffic
The deed restriction on the subject property limits the impact
on the site to Military Trail segment of Hood Road to 6.3 percent
of the LOS capacity and the segment no longer fails under the
2025 condition.
•Item was sent to Intergovernmental Plan Amendment Review
Committee (IPARC) on April 16, 2007 and the City has received
no comments to date.
•Notice requirements have been met
•City Council 1st reading February 19, 2009 (anticipated)
•City Council 2nd reading March 19, 2009 (anticipated)
•Effective date 31 days after adoption
•Proposed Future Land Use Amendment will allow commercial
neighborhood uses to serve the corner of Hood Road and Alternate
A1A, thereby eliminating the need for lengthy trips to PGA for basic
neighborhood commercial services and needs.
•The proposed amendment is consistent with Chapter 163, Florida
Statutes, the State Comprehensive Plan (i.e. Rule 9J-5, F.A.C, Rule 9J-
11 F.A.C and the City of Palm Beach Gardens Comprehensive Plan and
Code of Ordinances.
•Staff recommends approval of the proposed small-scale land-use
amendment petition CPMA 07-08-000007
ANNX-07-08-000002: Frenchman’s Crossing
•City Council adopted Resolution 90, 2008 -allowed for the
concurrent processing
•voluntary annexation
•comprehensive plan amendment
•rezoning
•site plan
•The subject site is within unincorporated Palm Beach County
and operates as a Kampgrounds of America (KOA) Recreational
Vehicle (RV) site
ANNX-07-08-0000002: Frenchman’s Crossing PUD –
Voluntary Annexation Request
Public Hearing & Recommendation to City Council:
A request by Ms. Jennifer Tighe, of Land Design South,
on behalf of Live Oak Land Hood Road, LLC., to allow
the annexation of the 10-acre parcel generally located
at the northwest corner of the intersection of Alternate
A1A and Hood Road.
LOCATION
•Section 171.044, Florida Statutes, includes criteria that an area being considered
for voluntary annexation shall satisfy prior to local government annexation
•“…Contiguous to a municipality and reasonably compact…”
•“…petition bears the signatures of all owners of property in the area
proposed to be annexed.”
•Section 171.046, Florida Statutes, states the following
•“…enclaves can create significant problems in planning, growth
management, and service delivery, and therefore declares that it is the
policy of the state to eliminate enclaves.”
•Section 171.031, Florida Statutes, considers enclaves as
•“…enclosed within and bounded by a single municipality and a natural or
manmade obstacle that allows the passage of vehicular traffic to that
unincorporated area only through the municipality.”
•Notice of Annexation was sent to Palm Beach County on April 16,
2007.
•City Council 1st reading February 19, 2009 (anticipated)
•Not fewer than (10) days prior to publishing or posting the
ordinance required under subsection 171.044(2), Florida
Statutes, the governing body of the municipality must provide a
copy of the notice, via certified mail, to the County
Administrator and the County Planning Director.
•City Council 2nd reading March 19, 2009 (anticipated)
•The proposed annexation area is included in the City’s Potential Future
Annexation Area as outlined in the City’s Comprehensive Plan.
•The proposed amendment is consistent with Chapter 171Florida Statutes, the
State Comprehensive Plan (i.e. Rule 9J-5, F.A.C, Rule 9J-11 F.A.C and the City of
Palm Beach Gardens Comprehensive Plan and Code of Ordinances.
•The City has received the signatures of all property owners in the area to be
annexed.
•Staff recommends approval of the proposed small-scale land-use amendment
petition ANNX-07-08-000002:
City of Palm Beach Gardens
Frenchman’s Crossing Planned Unit
Development (PUD)
Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board
January 13, 2009
Background
Petition PPUD-07-08-000018
•The subject request is for approval of a rezoning
to PUD and site plan approval:
•The request includes:
–Allow for the development of a 45,600 square-
foot grocery store;and
–16,600 square feet of commercial uses on-site,
consistent with the permitted uses allowed in
the General Commercial (CG-1)zoning district
Proposed Plan
Site Access
•The site plan provides for one (1) means of
vehicular access.
–Project entrance is approximately 600 feet west of
the FEC railroad tracks.
–Evergrene Development’s entrance approximately
520 feet to the west.
•Staff has recommended three (3) conditions of
approval regarding improvements to the westbound
left-turn lane and hours of deliveries.
Waivers
Code Section Required/Allowed Provided
Waiver/Deviation
Recommendation
Section 78-285 Table
24: Permanent Signs
One (1) flat/wall sign per principal
tenant/principal structure
Three (3) flat/wall Signs
for the principal structure
Two (2) additional
flat/wall signs Approval (1)
Section 78-344 (e)One (1) wheel-stop required for all
non-parallel parking spaces
No wheel-stops provided
for non-curbed parking
spaces
No wheel-stops provided
for non-curbed parking
spaces Approval (2)
Section 78-285 Table
24: Permanent Signs
One (1) flat/wall sign per tenant space
or bay
Two (2) flat/wall signs per
tenant space or bay
One (1) additional
flat/wall sign per tenant
space or bay
Approval (3)
Section 78-153 Table
12: Non-residential
zoning district
regulations
Maximum building height of 36 feet
43’ average height
between peaks and eaves
on west and south facades
Increase of seven (7) feet
between peaks and eaves
on west and south
facades Approval (4)
Waivers (cont’d)
•Staff recommends approval of all four (4) waivers that
the applicant has requested.
–Staff believes the development exceeds one or more
code standards; and
–The development would be a benefit to the City and
provide for small community serving uses on-site for
the Hood Road corridor; and
–The project is compatible with the adjacent land uses.
Staff Recommendation
•Staff recommends approval of petition PPUD-07-08-
000018 with four (4)waivers and the conditions of
approval provided therein.
City of Palm Beach Gardens
Planning, Zoning, and Appeals Board
January 13, 2009
The City of Palm Beach Gardens has been committed to
economic development
Economic Development Element
Economic Development Advisory Board (EDAB)
Bioscience Research Protection Overlay (BRPO)
Targeted Expedited Permitting Process (TEPP)
Class A office and laboratories within
the PGA Overlay
Catalfumo Construction and Development,Inc.,has applied for a
Comprehensive Plan Text amendment to adopt a policy identifying
areas that are highly suitable for increased office intensity
Residential
78%
Other
1%
Commercial
20%
Industrial
1%
2008 Ad Valorem Tax Percentages City’s Emphasis on Economic
Development
BRPO Incentives (i.e.:
Increased Office intensity
thresholds)
Value-added jobs
Diversified Tax Base
Corporate Office parks supportive of the R&D
cluster for The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI)
Sustainable Development
Set up criteria to increase the DRI thresholds
Provide heightened review within the City’s Land Development
Regulations
Adopt policy as an incentive for qualified parcels within the
Bioscience and Research Protection Overlay (BRPO)only
Tier 1
Comprehensive Plan Policy
(establishing eligibility
requirements)
Tier 2
Development Review Process
Land Development
Regulations (PUD)
(Heightened Review)
Incentive for Quality
Research and
Development Office
Park Development
Tiered Approach
Parcels within the BRPO
Parcels designated with an
appropriate Land use for office
Parcels with adequate public
facilities
Parcels east of the Urban
Growth Boundary, access to a
major arterial, and within ½
mile of mass transit
Parcels with sufficient size to
develop the increased office
potential using the intensity
and density requirements
Five (5) Parcel Groups Potentially meet
eligibility requirements
Internal Review/ Local Control
Less Time and Money
Job Creation and
Economic Recovery
Parcel 5A:
4,500 potential
Value-added jobs
Staff Recommendation:
Recommend approval of CPTA-06-12-000008 as presented
Questions?
Frenchman’s Crossing
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Planning, Zoning & Appeals Board
January 13, 2009
Presented by
Planning
Landscape Architecture
Environmental Services
Transportation
Request
Request:
1.Annexation
2. Comprehensive Plan Amendment to Commercial (C).
3. Rezoning to CG-1 Zoning with a (PUD) overlay.
4. Site Plan Approval
Location Map N O R T H
Alternate A1A
Hood Road SITE
I-95
Surrounding Uses N O R T H
Evergrene
Z: PCD
FLU: RH
Seacoast
Z: P
LU: P
SITE
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Frenchman’s
Reserve
Z: RM
FLU: RL
Hood Road
The Isles
Z: RL-3
LU: RL
Membrane Plant
Location Map N O R T H
SITE
Al
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Hood Road
Site Plan
Site Data
Total Site Area 10.00 Ac.
Total Building S.F. 62,200 S.F.
Publix 45,600 S.F.
Retail 16,600 S.F.
Total Parking Required 311 Sp.
Total Parking Spaces 311 Sp.
•20’ East Landscape Buffer
•15’ Landscape Buffers adjacent
to residential (6’ Wall/2’ Berm)
•Existing 25’ Buffers on Evergrene
•Proposed Open Space/Retention Area
•55’ Parkway Buffer along Hood Road
-12’ Walkway
-Seating Areas
-Public Art
•Courtyard
•Pedestrian Corridor from Courtyard to
Publix Entrance
•Enhanced Architectural Design
Site Design
N O R T H
Proposed Retail Elevations N O R T H
Proposed Publix Architecture N O R T H
Revised November 10, 2008
Submitted August 27, 2008
Publix East Elevation
Revised October 27, 2008
Waiver Request #1
DEVELOPMENT
REGULATION PROPOSED REQUIRED DEVIATION
Flat/Wall Signs For Three Flat/Wall Signs One Flat/Wall Sign Increase of TwoGround Floor Users (Publix) Per Tenant Space Per Tenant Space Flat/Wall Sign PerLDR Sec. 78-285 Table 24 or Bay or Bay Tenant Space (Waiver Request)
N O R T H
Flat/Wall Signs For Three Flat/Wall Signs One Flat/Wall Sign Increase of TwoGround Floor Users (Publix) Per Tenant Space Per Tenant Space Flat/Wall Sign PerLDR Sec. 78-285 Table 24 or Bay or Bay Tenant Space (Waiver Request)
Waiver Request #2
DEVELOPMENT
REGULATION PROPOSED REQUIRED DEVIATION
Flat/Wall Signs For Two Flat/Wall Signs One Flat/Wall Sign Increase of OneGround Floor Users (Retail) Per Tenant Space Per Tenant Space Flat/Wall Sign Per LDR Sec. 78-285 Table 24 or Bay or Bay Tenant Space (Waiver Request)
N O R T H
Waiver Request #3
DEVELOPMENT
REGULATION PROPOSED REQUIRED DEVIATION
Flat/Wall Signs For Three Flat/Wall Signs One Flat/Wall Sign Increase of TwoGround Floor Users (Publix) Per Tenant Space Per Tenant Space Flat/Wall Sign PerLDR Sec. 78-285 Table 24 or Bay or Bay Tenant Space (Waiver Request)
Flat/Wall Signs For Two Flat/Wall Signs One Flat/Wall Sign Increase of OneGround Floor Users (Retail) Per Tenant Space Per Tenant Space Flat/Wall Sign Per LDR Sec. 78-285 Table 24 or Bay or Bay Tenant Space (Waiver Request)
Wheel Stops One Wheel stop to be No Wheel Stops No Wheel Stops LDR Sec. 78-344 (Figure 15) provided for all non-(Waiv er Request)parallel parking spaces
N O R T H
Waiver Request #4
DEVELOPMENT
REGULATION PROPOSED REQUIRED DEVIATION
Flat/Wall Signs For Three Flat/Wall Signs One Flat/Wall Sign Increase of TwoGround Floor Users (Publix) Per Tenant Space Per Tenant Space Flat/Wall Sign PerLDR Sec. 78-285 Table 24 or Bay or Bay Tenant Space (Waiver Request)
Flat/Wall Signs For Two Flat/Wall Signs One Flat/Wall Sign Increase of OneGround Floor Users (Retail) Per Tenant Space Per Tenant Space Flat/Wall Sign Per LDR Sec. 78-285 Table 24 or Bay or Bay Tenant Space (Waiver Request)
Wheel Stops One Wheel stop to be No Wheel Stops No Wheel Stops LDR Sec. 78-344 (Figure 15) provided for all non-(Waiver Request)parallel parking spaces
Non-Residential Zoning 43’ average height 36’ Max height Increase in 7’between
District Regulations between peaks and eaves peaks (Waiver Request)
LDR Sec. 78-153 (Table 12)
Evergrene Support Letters
Neighboring Access Points N O R T H
Alternate A1A
Hood Road SITE
I-95
Military Trail
Donald Ross
The Isles
379 D.U.
Evergrene
965 D.U.
Site Access N O R T H
Al
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A
Hood Road
+/-549’
Existing
Stoplight
Traffic Components
•Existing Stoplight
•Proposed 12’
Right Turn Lane
•Median Cut Left Turn
•Right Out
•Evergrene Entrance
•Seacoast Service Drive
+/-330’
Site Plan N O R T H
Frenchman’s Crossing
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Planning, Zoning & Appeals Board
January 13, 2009
Presented by
Planning
Landscape Architecture
Environmental Services
Transportation
Waiver 3
Revised East Facade
Proposed
Site Plan
Retail
Architecture
Waiver 2
Location Map
Waiver 1Surrounding
Uses
Publix
Architecture
Waiver 4
Evergrene Support
Neighboring Access
1
Site Access
Changes/Comments
Request 2
Hood Road Traffic Patterns N O R T H
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2
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Hood Road
332
12
5185
34
Existing –Peak 15 Minute (5:30pm)
Proposed -Peak 15 Minute
* Counts as of 11/12/2008
Site
9
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332
12
9
Hood Road Traffic Patterns N O R T H
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712
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Proposed Two Minute Assumptions
•Military and Alternate A1A = 120 sec. Cycles
•U-Turn/Left Turn Lane = 330’ (Includes 50’ taper)
•Typical Queuing Space = 20’ in length
•Deceleration Area = 140’
*Concurrency Approved (Includes 5-year U-Turn Monitoring Condition)*
7
50
2
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Frenchman’s Crossing
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Planning, Zoning & Appeals Board
January 13, 2009
Presented by
Planning
Landscape Architecture
Environmental Services
Transportation
Board Member Comments
PZ & A Board Workshop Comments (November 10, 2008)
1.Revised Retail Loading Zone Width from 12’ to 15’
2.Added Landscape Material at Entrance
3.Modified East Facade
4.Provided Cross Sections for Retail and Publix along Alternate A1A
5.Provided Anticipated Construction Schedule
Retail Loading Space Width
Previous Design
Revised
34’
37’
15’
12’
N O R T H
Landscape Design
Submitted October 24, 2008
Proposed Additional Shrub Material
N O R T H
View From Alternate A1A
Frenchman’s Crossing Loading Area Versus Publix Greenwise @ Legacy Place Loading Area
1)+/-260’ From Alternate A1A
2)Enhanced Architectural Elevations
+/-260’
N O R T H
BB’
B’B
+/-260
GreenwiseGreenwise
Construction Schedule
Anticipated Project Schedule
•January 13, 2009/P, Z, & A Board Hearing
•February 19, 2009/City Council Hearing 1
•March 5, 2009/City Council Hearing 2
•Summer 2009/Permit Submittals
•SFWMD and Right Turn Lane Permits are currently being reviewed
•Fall 2009/Site Construction begins
•Publix Opening in Fall 2010
PALM BEACH GARDENS
MEDICAL CENTER
Emergency Department Renovation
Planning Zoning and Appeals Board
PUBLIC HEARING
January 13, 2009
Burns Road
N
Cedar
Gardens
SandalWood
Glenbrook
St. Marks
Medical
Office
SandalWood
PBG Medical
Center
22.2 Acres
Established
1968
Proposed Overall Site Plan
Emergency
Department
New
Pedestrian
Access
New ED
Parking
New
Pedestrian
Access
New Dr’s
Parking
Future
Medical
Office Approved
Central
Energy Plant
(CEP)
New Truck
Route
Future
Parking
New Access
PointsED and
Ambulance
Drop Off
Proposed Improvements –Current Phase
New Truck
Route
Approved Central
Energy Plant
(CEP), Cooling
Tower and
Landscaping
Corner
Landscaping
and Art
Ambulatory
Patient Drop
Off
Emergency
Department
Expansion
and
Renovation
Emergency
Parking Lot
and
Landscaping
Dr’s Parking Lot
and
Landscaping
Proposed Floor Plan
Emergency Department
Expansion 6431 sf
Total 12,654 sf
Patient Drop Off
Canopy
Ambulance Drop Off
Canopy
Waiting Room
Fast Track
Treatment
Rooms/Central
Nursing
Station
Cardiac
Monitoring Dedicated CT
Scanner
New Access
Point
ED Elevations
Colors and Materials to
Match Existing
Accent Color
Stone Columns
Glazed Curtain Wall
ED Elevations
ED Elevations
CEP/Chiller Elevations
Colors and Materials to
Match Existing
Location
Proposed Landscape Improvements
Relocated
Oaks and
Coconuts
Pickerel
Weed, Saw
Palmetto,
Coco Plum,
Ligustrum
Seagrape
Hedge,
Triple
Alexander
Palms,
Relocated
Oaks
15’ Buffer,
Relocated Oaks,
Fern, Wax
Jasmine,
Seagrape
Hedge, Pickerel
Weed, Ti
Oaks,
Juniper and
Duranta
Queen Palm
Cluster
Overall Campus Improvements
Waiver from the requirement for an additional
75’ setback (90’) to allow for a setback of 64.3’
Waiver Request
82’
75.9’
124.3’64.3’
Existing Bldg
Setback 75.9’
Setback from
adjacent
property line
124.3’
Proposed
Setback 64.3’
Increased
Landscape
Buffer,
Relocated
Trees,
Increased
Open Space,
Reduction of
waivers
180’
Building
Separation 180’
Benefits to Community
•Improved Quality of Service
•Compliance with ADA Regulations
•Improved access, parking and circulation
•Improved lighting and security
•Noise and Glare reduction
•Reduction of non-conformities with code
•Increased landscaping and improved
esthetic appearance
Questions?
Thank You
PALM BEACH GARDENS
MEDICAL CENTER
Emergency Department Renovation
Planning Zoning and Appeals Board
PUBLIC HEARING
January 13, 2009
Approved Master Plan
(June 28, 2006)
Existing ED Elevation
Overall Site Plan
Approved AIPP