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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01.17.2019 Generated 4/15/2019 10:46 AM ST. LUCIE COUNTY PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA P & Z Regular Meeting January 17, 2019 Convened: 6:00 PM Adjourned: 8:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Chairman William O'Dell A. Pledge of Allegiance Mr. O'Dell B. Invocation Mr. O'Dell Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Craig Mundt Board Member Present 6:00 PM William Smith Board Member Present 6:00 PM William O'Dell Chairman Present 6:00 PM Edward Lounds Board Member Present 6:00 PM Charles Grande Board Member Present 6:00 PM Bobby Hopkins At-Large Board Member Excused 6:00 PM Robert Lowe At-Large Board Member Present 6:00 PM Lawrence "Beau" "Beau" Slay At-Large Board Member Present 6:00 PM James Taylor At-Large Board Member Present 6:00 PM Marty Sanders Ex-Officio Board Member Present 6:00 PM D. Announcements Mr. O'dell welcomed the Planning and Zoning Commission new members. He welcomed back Mr. Charles Grande, and welcomed aboard Mr. Lawrence "Beau" Slay. P & Z Regular Meeting Thursday, January 17, 2019 6:00 PM 2 | P a g e Mr. O'dell also informed the board that Mr. Hopkins will not be attending the meeting. E. Disclosure(s) 2. ELECTION OF OFFICIALS Mr. O'Dell thanked the board for electing him for two consecutive terms and acknowledged that he will not be eligible to hold the seat again until another election. Heather Young, Assistant County Attorney asked for nominations for the Chair position of the planning and zoning commission. Mr. Lowe Nominated Mr. Mundt; Mr. Grande seconded Mr. Lounds nominated Mr. Smith; Mr. Taylor seconded There was a paper vote as follows: Votes for Mr.Mundt-Mr. Mundt, Mr.O'Dell, Mr.Slay, Mr.Lowe and Mr.Grande Votes for Mr. Smith- Mr. Lounds, Mr. Smith and Mr. Taylor 5-3 vote with Mr. Mundt elected as Chair of 2019 Planning and Zoning Commission. Nominations for Vice Chair position of the Planning and Zoning Commission Motion to vote to elect Mr. Smith; Mr. Slay seconded No other nominations for Vice Chair. Heather Young motioned for a Voice Vote; all were in favor; no one opposed. 3. MINUTES A. Resolution - Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) Site Plan and Zoning Atlas Amendment (Rezoning) - Sanctuary Cove The applicant, Fort Pierce River Park, LLC., is requesting an Amendment to the Official Zoning Atlas from RMH-5 (Residential, Mobile Home - 5) & RS-2 (Residential, Single-Family - 2) to PUD (Planned Unit Development) District and an associated Preliminary PUD Site Plan for a sixty-two (62) unit residential development consisting of 25 single-family home lots & 37 two-story Townhomes, collectively, to be known as Sanctuary Cove PUD. The project sites are collectively 15.99 acres located on the north side of Rouse Road, east of Old Dixie Hwy. The proposed development would include various recreational and water dependent amenities to serve the residences. The application presents intent for subdivision of land and connection to sanitary sewer. P & Z Regular Meeting Thursday, January 17, 2019 6:00 PM 3 | P a g e Staff has reviewed this petition and recommends that the proposed rezoning from RMH-5 & RS-2 to PUD and associated Preliminary PUD Site Plan be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a recommendation for approval, with conditions applied to the Preliminary Site Plan. Kori Benton, Senior Planner stated the subject petition site is 15.99 acres in size and located on the north side of Rouse Road, east of Old Dixie Highway, more specifically 250 - 410 Rouse Road, Fort Pierce, FL. The petition sites are zoned RMH-5 and RS-2. Property to the north is zoned Industrial Heavy. Properties to the west is zoned commercial. Properties to the south zoned Residential-1. The petition site was previously the Rio Del Mar Mobile Home Park which consisted of approximately 58 to 62 mobile homes, and a traditional single-family structure. Highlights of the proposed PUD plan includes: redevelopment of the site to introduce 62 residential units consisting 25 single-family home lots, and 37 two-story town home units consisting of 7 buildings. Residential density is 3.88 dwelling units per acre, which is consistent with allowable density the RU Residential Urban Land Use. Maximum height of 35 ft., with 8 acres (51% of the site) preserved as open space. Preservation and restoration of 5 acres of wetlands; also proposing a wetland buffer impact waiver. A proposed lift station and sanitary sewer to service the site, converting the previous on-site septic to a sanitary sewer connection tying into the St. Lucie county Utilities along US 1. The initial onsite portable water plant with the capacity to transition and connect to the St. Lucie County Utilities infrastructure expansion along north US 1. The PUD plan proposes community and recreational amenities to include a pool, cabana boat ramp, desks and walkways and boat storage. Gated restricted access provided via Rouse Rd. Each townhome will allow one vehicle in the driveway and one on the garage, with a total 13 guest parking spaces. Tree preservation will include a landscape buffer along the western and northern property lines to include an 8ft tall monument wall. 3 types of single-family lots - Type A: net buildable area of 2400 sq. ft., 25 ft. buffer, 2-parking spaces in drive way. Type B: net buildable area of 1600 sq. ft. Type C: net buildable area of 1100 sq. ft., 1 vehicle parking space in drive. 2 guest parking space to the west and east. Staff is recommending minimum with of 20 ft. for driveway. Finish floor elevation of 6. Additional 5-10 ft. of right-of-way on Rouse Rd. to accommodate future roadway improvements, drainage and proposed sidewalk. Applicant plans to extend the sidewalk west for pedestrians and potential school children. Accommodation for fire emergency vehicles and solid waste vehicles. A boat storage area for 20 vessels with wall/Fence for noise and visual buffer. Recommending approval subject to conditions outline in the staff report. P & Z Regular Meeting Thursday, January 17, 2019 6:00 PM 4 | P a g e Chairman Mundt requested the results of neighborhood meeting. Kori stated that the applicant reduced from 69 to 62 residential units, Rouse Rd. has resurfaced. Improvements of Rouse Rd. Mr. Lounds requested detail of Waiver of Wetlands-Kori stated that it is part of application process. The applicant provided an Environmental Impact Report. Seeks to preserve the wetland area and provide a 50 ft. buffer. Seeking buffer waiver a reduction of 25 ft. wetland buffer, not existing in previous impact area, north and south side. Mr. Lounds inquired about the proposed water system, Mr. Stephen Cooper, the applicants engineer encourages applicant to connect to county line on US1, applicants’ engineer Mr. Cooper will provide additional information. Bringing lines from US Highway 1. There are challenges Mr. Lounds inquired about current activity near the site: the corner of Rouse Rd. and Old Dixie surrounding the proposed site plan. Kori stated that north of the property is AquaCo. Chairman Lowe inquired about St. Lucie County’s approval of site plan upon availability of water and utilities services; can the applicant obtain permit prior to availability of new plant water. Kori Stated that a new portable water plant will required on site. Mr. Grande asked if the interim portable water plant will be reverse osmosis. Kori referred Mr. Grande to the applicants’ engineer. Mr. Slay stated that he spoke with the current neighbors in the area. Stated that Type-A homes are 1-2 ft. above the other homes in the area, and discussed current flooding issues, pipe that goes into the canal which fills in, seems like the neighborhood is already having flooding issues. Kori stated that internal retention areas 5-10 ft. of right-a-way. Discussed consolidation/ reduction of driveways. Encourages applicant to preliminary drainage has not undergone constructability reviews Mr. Smith asked if there a plan to bring water closer to the area. Kori stated that he is not aware of any plans. Commissioner Smith inquired about fire sprinkler in the townhomes. Kori stated it is per the FL building code, and stated that the County would provide the capacity to provide water in the future. Mr. Lounds asked if the residents on Peninsula Rd. are on septic sewer or county water. Kori stated that, to his knowledge they are on septic. Chairman Mundts expressed concerns regarding the 25ft wetland setback, the narrow driveways and narrow distances between the properties. He asked if there were discussions with the applicants concerning distance between the homes. Kori stated there would be a 6 ft. side setback allowing a 12ft separation between each residence. Chairman Mundts asked if the fire department is requiring fire suppressants in the units, and will the applicant provide capacity. Kori stated yes. Chairman Mundts inquired about what the closest county provided water on US 1. Kori stated several hundred feet, and referred him to the applicants’ engineer. Chairman Mundts asked about the cost benefit ratio of building a plant on site vs. the county water supply; he also asked if this project is under consideration for the half cent tax. Kori stated that he does not know specifically. Mr. Lowe inquired about a project on Indrio Rd. that would potentially connect to the county’s waterline. Kori stated that site plan application this project has not been submitted. Chairman Mundts asked about the Kori’s recommendation to increase driveways and encourage applicant to eliminate one of their proposed lots to increase functional space. The applicants’ feedback on that. Kori stated that the applicant has already dropped the units from 69 to 62. Mr. Mundt asked about the boat storage yard, landscape and material. Kori informed him it will be a stabilized structure. P & Z Regular Meeting Thursday, January 17, 2019 6:00 PM 5 | P a g e Mr. Lowe inquired about the County’s obligation to Rouse Rd. across the tracks (railroad crossing). Kori stated that would be an ongoing conversation. Impacts to traffic has been discussed Mr. O’Dell inquired about the sewer ponds that are being considered wetlands. Kori informed Mr. Odell to Jennifer McGee Jennifer McGee, Senior Planner and environmental specialist stated that Army Corp engineers claim both of sewer ponds as wetlands. Chairman Mundts inquired about the number of people who attended the St. Lucie Village meeting. Kori stated that he was absent, but not in attendance and does not know how many people attended. Chairman Mundts if the mayor of St. Lucie Village received notification of the meeting. Kori stated that the staff has been in communication with the mayor and secretary regarding the status of the project. Chairman Mundts inquired about comments of residence in the Village. Kori stated that he received email correspondence regarding drainage, flood zones, traffic; these inquiries were not published as they were submitted after report was submitted. Chairman Mundts inquired about the applicants’ general compliance with the Land Development Code and the submittal of all the required waivers. Kori stated that the waivers have been submitted regarding wetland impacts. Mr. Smith asked if it is the staffs’ position is to recommend approval with adherence to the 25 conditions discusses as well as conditions that may arise in the future. Kori stated that new conditions may be applied and/or amended. Mr. Smith inquired about the traffic impact. Kori confirmed that there will be not be any reduction in services as a result to this project. Greg Boggs, Planner with Boggs Planning + Landscape Architecture, stated that the canal is manmade, and explained why the waivers are being requested. He discussed buffers, easements and right-of-way. Agree to all conditions except the right-of-way to Rouse Rd. Rouse Rd is not included in the County’s right-of-way- protection ordinances. He estimated that the homes will be livable by 2022. Drainage and County water supply availability would benefit St. Lucie Village. Mr. Slay inquired about the applicants plan to improve the manmade canal. Mr. Boggs responded with the planned improvements. Mr. Slay inquired about the timeframe for long-term connections to utilities. Kori responded with timeframe and various routes the applicant could take to obtain these services. Mr. Grande inquired about whether the interim water plan will be an RO Plant Stephen Cooper, civil engineer with Stephen Cooper PE & Associates stated that it will be a DEP compliant water treatment plant. Possible public lift station. Mr. Lounds inquired about the drainage on the north side holding ponds. Mr. Cooper stated that far right to the pond is the dry detention basin. Mr. Lounds Expressed concerns with lack of portable water for the units. Mr. Lounds inquired about grading and drainage. Stephen Cooper provided clarification of drainage plan. Mr. Slay inquired about the elevation of Type-A homes elevation. Kori stated 3 ½ ft. to 5 ft. Joe, owner of AquaCo at 208 Rouse Rd. Concerned about wall separating facility; Phase two of the AquaCo project will be 50,000- 100,000 sq. ft. additional construction to the south. Will come 50ft of the proposed site plan property line Amy Wright, 423 Rouse Rd. expressed her concerns regarding the density and drainage, landscaping, mangroves; and request the applicant not allowed to remove the mangroves for protection of homes during adverse weather, and to buffer the noise from boats. Mr. Reuben, 453 Rouse Rd. Concerns about surface area, flooding, 3ft lot line and run-off. P & Z Regular Meeting Thursday, January 17, 2019 6:00 PM 6 | P a g e Doug, (representing Destin Beach Inc.), expressed concerns regarding the zoning and requested clarification of Heavy Industrial area that is in close proximity to the proposed site plan (residential). Kori stated that staff will provide more guidance at a later date. Randall Farmer, resident on Peninsula drive and Dr. of Environmental Science expressed his concern with flooding. Mr. Lounds made a motion to approve the petition for River Park, LLC considering that the developer addresses the issues discussed, the drainage issues and ditch on North end be maintained. Mr. Smith seconded the motion RESULT: Approved with conditions. 4. PUBLIC COMMENT None 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Resolution - Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) Site Plan and Zoning Atlas Amendment (Rezoning) - Sanctuary Cove 6. WORKSHOPS A. There are no items scheduled. 7. OTHER BUSINESS A. Discussion regarding the meeting date for the September 2019 P&Z meeting B. Approval of the 2019 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Schedule 8. ADJOURN There being no further business to be brought before the Board, the meeting was adjourned. P & Z Regular Meeting Thursday, January 17, 2019 6:00 PM 7 | P a g e Please Note: Final minutes are recorded in the official minute books that are filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court and available for inspection upon request.