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HomeMy WebLinkAboutP & Z 1966/69January 27,, 1966 (continued) Petition of Edmund M. Radke and Christie Politis for a classification, from B-3 and R-lC (Arterial Business and one-I to M-2 (Industrial) to permit the construction and operation ¢ yard on the following described property: NE~ of NE-~ of SW¼ lying South of Platts Creek, in zonin~ a contractor's ess road r/w, in Section 34-35-40, and · E1 1 No. 153.75 ft of E½ of S w of NEw of SW~ - ss road - in Section 34-3~4~,St. Lucie County, Florida Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent b~ first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Edsel George Davis Fred F. Adams J. W. Dickson Floyd E. Braatz Dahlia M. Robbins John M. Chutas Mary E. Richards, Est Edward M. Peterson Edgar H. Clark George R. Miller Raymond G. Lindsey Edward C. Burrows Rupert J. Smith, Tr. Joseph L. Segrist Guy F. Gowdy P. O. Box 673, Fort ~erce 3959 So. Federal Hwy Fort Pierce P.O. Box 673, Fort P ~rce 4141 So. Federal Hwy 4143 So. Federal Hwy 1813 Edgevale Rd., F 502-A Tumblin Eling P. O. Box 67, ~ensen 416~ Lebanon Rd., Fo 4160 Lebanon Rd., Fo 1570 Edgevale Rd., F 4151 Lebanon Rd., Fo Raulerson Bldg., For P. O. Box 3781, Fort 18 NE 161st. St., N Fort Pierce Fort Pierce ?t Pierce !~..,~ Fort Pierce ~each Pierce Pierce ~t Pierce ~ Pierce ~Pierce ~ierce Miam~ Beach Messrs. Radke and Politis were present at the hearing. he wishes to establish a contractor's yard on the property de petition. At the present time he has a yard on Sunrise Blvd enlarge his operation and therefore needs more space. He pl buildings in which to store his materials. He noted that af this public hearing were received by neighboring property own called him to say they were not opposed to the rezoning. Mr. Radke stated of A letter from Mr. Guy F. Gowdy, adjacent property owne , was read. Mr. Gowdy objected to the proposed rezoning but appeared to misu~ ,arstand the situation, znd thought the Gowdy property was included in the land to be rezOned, which is in error. No other protest received. Mr. Politis advised that the property under discussio~ belongs to him and will be purchased by Mr. Radke if the petition is grante~ In executive session following the public hearing, the Commission carefully considered the findings of the public hearing, and gave carei I cons~ eration to the present zoning of this area, noting that there is no ~ 4 zoning here and that this type of zoning is alien to this neighborhood. Furt er, that B-~ zoning at this location would be in a true sense "spot zoning" whic~ is undesirable. There was also comment that there are many acres of B-4 zoniz already in the County, much of which would be available to ~. Radke. It was moved by Mr. Jackson and seconded by Mr. Jenniz recommend approval of the peiition to the Board of County Con chairman called for a vote by a show of hands. No hand was did not carry. Commission The aised and the motion The chairman then asked for a show of hands to deny tl members of the Board raised their hands. petition. ~il PUBLIC HEARING Petition of EEmund M. Radke for a change in zoning 91~ B-3 and R-lC (Arterial Business and One-family Residential Business), for the following described property: East 400 ft. of N½ of SE¼ of NE~ of NWA Section 17, ~ownship 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent to adjacent property owners, as follows: first class mail C. A. Priest Gus Pyles Georgeia T. Clark Wilbur C. Stone Michael Pritchard J. DiFrancesco Thomas Messer 901 So. 33rd St., Fort Pierce 3301 Meadow Lane, Fort Pierce 3303 Meadow Lane, Fort Pierce 3306 Meadow Lane, Fort Pierce 3304 Meadow Lane, Fort Pierce 3305 Meadow Lane, Fort Pierce Longdraft Rd., Gaithersburg, Md. Mr. Radke was present at the hearing and pinpointed the location of the property as being about half way between Okeechobee Rd. and 0range Ave., on the West side of 33rd St., approximately one=half block South of PeDerson Rd. He proposes to construct a warehouse-on the site, for lease. The warehouse would be close to 33rd St. He has plans to develop the West 20 acres for housing so, therefore, he will be very careful to construct an attractive building so that it will not be detrimental to his plans for constructing homes. He proposes to lease the building to distributors of aluminum doors and windows. No manufacturing will be done, but there will be some assembly work. It was determined that the property lying to the East of 33rd St, opposite the property covered by this petition, is zoned for business~ as is all of the West side of 33rd North and South of said property. No o~Jections received. it was moved by Mr. Jennings aand seconded by Mr. Letter that the Com- mission recommend to the Board of County Commlssmoners' ' that the petition be granted, since the proposed use of the property is compatabte with present and future development of the area. By show of hands the motion carried by 8 votoes, with Mr. Horton casting the dissenting vote. EXECUTIVE SESSION The findings of the public hearings were considered and acted on as noted above. Zoning for Camp Sites. John Harris appeared before the Commission to discuss property he owns on the South~Beach, about one mile South of the South City Limits, with 900 ft. of ocean frontage, now zoned R-4. This property was at one time the site of the colored bathing beach. Mr. Harris pointed out that at the present time there is a need for, and a demand for, a camp site in St. Lucie County. However, Ihe~e is no provision in the Zoning Resolution for this activity. He would like to develop this property for camping, where tents and mobile campers would be permitted and provided for. Mr. Kelly, City-County Planner, advised that the need for this type of zoning has been recognized and his staff is presently working on a zoning proposal to cover. It was agreed that Mr. Kelly should follow through on this zoning and that when the proposal is completed, it be mailed to the members of the Com- mission for their review and further discussion. ELECTION OF CHAIRMAN AND VICE-CHAIRMAN FOR 1966 It was moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Waldron and unanimously carried that Mr. C. H. Combs be elected Chairman. It was moved by Mr. Horton, seconded by Mr. Jackson, and unanimously carried that Mr. Richard Stebbins be elected Vice-Chairman. VIRGINIA AVEk~UE - ZON~G Mr. Kelly presented a Resolution (proposed) to amend the SDstrict Regulations to create a new district to be entitled PI - Professional and Service, to be applied to Virginia Avenue. Copies of the resolution were distributed and will be discussed at next meeting of the Commission, after members have ka~ an opportunity to study the proposal. ~-~JTURE DOWNT~NN AREA LONG RANGE PLAN POR PDSLIC ROADWAYS - CITY AND COUNTY Copies of these proposed plans, prepared by the Planner's office, were distrubuted to al! members, preparatory to further study and discussion in the future. STREET NAMING PLAN Mr. Kelly reported another plan to solve the multiple naming of streets in the city and county is being prepared. A quadrant system is suggested, which would mean few name changes except where there might be a duplication of street name within the same quadrant. The plan would, however, require a great deal of renumbering since 25th St. is proposed as the dividing line East and West. January 27, 1966 (continued) "701" - THE URBAN PLANNING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Mr. Kelly again referred to the Federal Program whic~ local funds for long-range urban planning, and asked approw to take necessary steps to procure these funds. Mr. Jennings stated he was sure much basic informati¢ labor, required by this report, ehuld be procured through ti Commission and moved that t'he Chairman write to the Commiss~ secure same. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lester and car] It was generally agreed we should take advantage of ] able for this program~ REVISION - DISTRICT REGULATIONS M~. Kelly stated his staff is ready to start on a Regulations and he expected to have a first draft prepared ' meeting. Business being concluded, the meeting was declared would match of~the Commission pertaining to Florida Development n in an effort to ed. doral Funds avail- ~sion of the District .r the next regular ourned. THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday -- Except Fo t Pierce,'St. L cie Co ty, STAT~ OF FLOriDA COUNTY OF ST. LUCIE: Before the undersigned authority personally appeared ~arion T. Ayers, Sibyl B. Mills, who on oath says that he/she is Publisher, Bus- iness Manager of The News Tribune, a daily newspaper published at Fort Pierce in St. Lucie County, Florida; that the attached copy of advertisement, being a Notice in the matter of Change in ~oning-Petition of CiBrove~. Inc. in the Court, was published in said newspaper in the issues of Affiant further says that the said News Tribu~e is a newspaper published at Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has been entered as second class mail matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a period of one year next preceding the first pub- lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and aZ£ian~ further says that he has neither paid nor promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, com- mission or re_f~md for.the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the A -D' 1966 - -~ ~-~ - ~$EALy ',~ /,~ Notary Public NotAR¢ P~UBLIn t~,ATE of'FLORiDA at t. ARGE My COMmISSiON EXPIRES DEG~ 13, advertisement, being a ~ ~ Rezoning-Petition. of ~dmund M. Radk_ e_ in the was published in said newspaper in the issues of in the matter of __ Court, _ Affiant further says that the said News Tribune is a newspaper published at Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has been entered as secon'd class mail matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a permd of one year next preceding the first pub- lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affian~ further says that he has neither paid nor promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, com- mission or refund for the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the said newspaper; Sworn to and subscribed,before me this~llth-day~k-~:~an~uarsf ,,.~~_ ~L/~=~ i D ' 1966 - ~ ~ ' MY CoMgissio~i - ' ' ' MINUTES - ST. LUCIE COUNTY PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION A meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:B0 P.M. on Thursday, February 24, 1966, in the Commission Meeting Room in the Courthouse with the following present: C. H. Combs, John Lester, J. V. Wal~ron, Richard Stebbins, A. B. Jackson, Harry Jennings, Ralph B. ~Wilson, County Attorney, E. J. Tokes, Zoning Director, Wm. E~2~F, City-County Planner, Miriam Diem, Secy~ Chairman Combs presided. Proof of Publication was presented showing that the Bublic hearing to be held at this time was duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of James R. Peeler for a change in zoning classification, from A-1 (agriculture) to B-3 (arterial business), for the following described property: Begin at East r/w of 0keechobee Road and Nly r/w of Bluefield Road, th run NEly on 0keechobee Road r/w 800 ft., th turn 90° and run SEly Derpendicular to Okeechobee Road 800 ft., th turn 90u and run SWly parallel to Okeechobee Rd. to North r/w of Bluefield Road, th Wly on Bluefield Road r/w to POB, Section 29, Township B6 South, Range BT East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to the public hearin notice of same was sent by first class mail 'to adjacent property owners, as follows: C. F. Rauterson c/o T. L. Sioan, Box 2, Fort Pierce Raymond D. Johnson, Jr. Rt. 1, Bo× 217, Fort Pierce Mr. Peeler was present at the D~aring, stating he plans to construct and operate a filling station on this property and provide facilities for the operation of other types of business permitted in B-3 districts. Mr. Johnson, an adjacent property owners inquired whether or not the change in zoning requested by pe~lioner would have any effect on taxes levied on adjoining properties. When~he was assured this would not happen, he indicated that under these circumstances he would have no objection to the petition being granted. Objection to the petition was not received from any source. In considering the findings of the public hearing, members of the Commission noted that the area for which rezoning is requested is rather large; however, since there is no development of any sort for many miles, it appears no harm could be done and it might encourage further investment and development in the area. It was moved by Mr. Lester, seconded by Mr. Jennings that recommendatim be made to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be granted. By show of hands, the motion carried unanimously. EXECUTIVE SESSION Upon motion by Mr. Stebbins, seconded by Mr. Waldron, the minutes of January 27, 1966 were unanimously approved, the vote on the motion being by show of hands. PROPOSED "701" PLANNING GRANT ~PR0~RAM Mr. Kelly again brought this proposed program before the Commission. The City Planning Board has formally approved the project. At a previous meeting this Commission has indicated general verbal approval and Mr. Kelly now requested formal and final approval. He reiterated that a Federal grant could be secured on the basis of the present budget for the/City-Planning Council, the Federal government, through the State of Florida, granting matching monies for that part of the local budget spent for planning. This would be a 2-year program so that both the City and County Commissions would have to agree to provide th necessary local funds for this period of time. Further, local interests must adhere to a plan of work agreed on with the State, and records mf expenditures and certain other records must be maintained. The final findings would be in the form of a report, which could be paid for from the matching, monies. The advantages of the program are: Speed up of local operation because there are more funds with which to work, and certain goals can be realized within the two years at no additional local cost. The final reports would be of great value to local officials and the gmneral public in making decisions pertaining to future community growth. February 24, 1966 (continued) Disadvantages: 1. A certain amount of man hours must be a~pii d to keeping records. 2. A great deal of correspondence will be reqv ed between ~21ahassee and the local office. There may be criticism of some of the work requirement hha.t it be revised. Mr. Kelly submitted a list of projects which Tallahassee reviewed for acceptability. He commented that this appears tc but Tallahassee advises that it is not too ambitious and that c could be done by a third party - a consultant - particularly t~ A cost cannot be determined until the projects are selected. Mr. Jennings moved moved the "701" program be tabled unt~ county can be included. He stated he made this motion becaus~ Port St. Lucie is not a member of the Planning County, that it enormous portion of the county, and that there could not be pr~ they were included. Further, that Port St. Lucie ~eems to be : be willing to share the cost of the Co~mucil. Mr. Kelly advis~ ago, at Mr. Jenning's request, he had contacted Mr. Jones, PSL participation. Mr. Jones stated Port St. Lucie would be will: to the Planning Council but would have to have representation In further discussion it was mentioned that one of the groups ~ Council is not willing that Port St. Lucie be a member. Mr. was lost for lack of a second. Mr. Jackson stated he objects to accepting any project w. not known. Mr. Kelly stated the approximate total cost would Federal Govennment spending $3 for each $1 contributed locm~ly Council's budget is $30,000 per year, this would mean that $5, would have to be budgeted for "701" each year, which the Feder match with $15,000 yearly. Mr. Kelly mentioned that usually financed as outlined above, with the work done locally. Howe the project is under way with the State doing all the work. one and all of the of the fact that ncompasses an er planning unless terested and would that sometime concePning their g to contribute the Council. lw a member of the inning's motion .n the cost is .e $40,000, the Since the ~0 of the $30,000 · Government would ~e project is ~r, in Martin County After discussion of the Martin County Plan, it was moved '~y Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Jackson, that an inquiry be made of the Flarid m~De~elopment Com- ~l orogram for mission if it is in a position to use i~s facilities to do a" St. Lucie County, how long it would take, and how much it Wou~ ~2oSt~. A vote on the motion was taken by show of hands, with the following r ~ults: Ayes - Jennings and Jackson. Nays: Combs, Lester, Waldron and Steb ~ns. Moved by Mr. Stebbins that the Commission approve the pr for inclusion is a proposed "701" Planning Grant Program fops as to content and form and that it be referred back to the Flc for their acceptancd and that, at the same time, Mr. Kelly inq Development Commission whether or not they can handle to progr The motion was seconded by Mr. Lester. Vote was. taken by shc the following result: Ayes - Jackson, Waldron, Lester, Combs Nays - Jennings. Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Lester that ~h~ missioners be requested to invite t_h~e__C~v-~-~ of the Fort Pierce-~St~~.~- share of ~ .......... Pla~er ~ ~H~ NEWS TRtBUNE vote. ~ Except Saturday Bus PubJisbed Dai1y and Sunday Fort Pierce, St. LucJe County, Florida · M,lls, who ' e a aa~,~ *' - bed copy ' Ay rs, Sibyl D. ~ m~ N ws Tmb~J , _,~ +hn. the attac Fo~ mere= ~ ' ' in the m~er advertisement, being a ~ ~ Cm in the was published in said newspaper in the ~ssues o~ ~~ id News ~ibuue is a newspaper published at 'd newspaper has beret s that the sa . that the sa~ except Sat~ · nt further saY. Florxda, and rida, each day ~m .... ,,leie County ...... ;~ county, Flo - ~**~e ~ Fo~ P Pierce, M sam ?. ~:.had ~ said St. ~-~ ~,*er at the pos~ u~:~ the firs' ~nd has ~een et,~- __,.. Florida, top a .V~_,. and ~ia~ iur~= ~mnt rebate. ~n sam o~; T~ ~ttached coPY m ~y_L'_ ~m or corp~ra~[~-~ut ~or pabHcauu~ neither paid ~or ~e purpose o~ secur~,,~ missio~ or retuna ~u said nq~sP~,~ribed be[ore me ;lined ty :lopme~t: ;he Florida the. County. hands, with Stebbins. he MINUTES - ST LUCIE COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, March 24, 1966 in the Commission Meeting Room, Courthouse, Fort Pierce, Florida, with the following present: Don Horton, C. H. Cambs, Philip Gates, Richard Stebbins, John Lester, J. V. Waldrpn,~Harry Jennings, Wm. Kelly, City-County Planner, E. J. Tokes~ Zoning Director and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Mr. Combs, Chairman, presided. Proof of Publication was presented showing that the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of John E. Harris, Jr~ for a change in zoning classification, from R-4 (multiple dwelling, motel) to A-1 (agricultUre) to permit development and operation of an outdoor recreation ~acility on the following described property: S~uth 330 ft. of Govt. Lots 1 and 2 and N½ of No. 770 ft. of Lot 4, and No. 135 ft' of S½ of No. 770 ft. off'Lot 4, all in Section 18, Town- ship 35 South, Range 41 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Max Cohen, Tr. Ernest L. Pagan Traub Enterprises, Inc. Ten Rose, Inc. Loretta K. Leibsohn Robert Poulson Carel Industries William Gelisse John H. Baker St. Lucie County 3736 Prairie Ave., Miami Beach P. 0. Box 221, Fort Pierce P. 0. Box 1012, Fort Pierce 1331NW 36th St., Miami 345 Woodland Dr., SE, Cedar Rapids, Ia. 2410 Kelly Court, Fort Pierce 1011 Beach Court, Fort Pierce ll41~ Nancy, Warren, Mich. P. 0. Box 674, Fort Pierce P. 0. Box 700, Fort Pierce Mr. Harris was present at the hearing. He identified the property in question as being approximately one mile South of Lions Park and just North of county-owned property planned for recreational pursuits. He hopes to eventually open it as a public camping facility. St. Lucie County is without a public camping site and there are only one or two along the ocean anywhere in the State of Florida. Martin County has two camps and one is being constructed in Indian River County at the Sebastian Inlet Bridge. Mr. Harris confirmed many problems would have to be Solved before he could carry out his plans, (1) the land must be filled, (2~ ~$y water would have to be made available because salt free water is not available on the beach and (3) under State Board Of Health regulations any facility for morethan twelve families requires a central sewage system and he would plan for more than twelve families. Although Mr. Harris' plans are not firm and he is not sure when he can proceed, he is serious about the public camping facility he wants to provide on this land and he wants A-1 zoning so he will be able to proceed when he can do so. No one objected to the petition being granted. In discussing the petition in executive session, members of the Planning and Zoning Commission agreed Mr. Harris should have an opportunity to develop the potential of his land, as he plans. Further, the Board of Adjustment, should they see fit to grant a Special Exception which will also be necessary, can provide any safeguards they feel necessary, and the design for the camp and all sanitary facilities must comply with the rules and regulations of the Florida State Board of Health. It was moved by Mr. Lester, seconded by Mr. Jennings, that recommendati~ be made to the Board of County Commissioners that Mr. Harris' petition be granted. The motion carried unanimously by a show-of-hands vote. March 24, 1966 (continued) PUBLIC HEARING Petition of J. W. Harris for a change in zoning cla sification, from R-lC (one-family resid6ntial) to A-1 (agriculture), for the ~ llOwing described property: · ~ ~ E~ S! of SW~ of N ~, NE~ of less East 160 ft ar less R ' South 33 ft. for road ro~w, Section 30, Town~ ip 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Flor~ a. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sez mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: by first class Chester L. Ketchum Est. Melvin Koerner F.W.M., Inc. Francis D. McCray Margaret Rogers Gee ge H. Gibson Ethel G. McAdie Winfield ~own ) Robert C. Edwards) Allen P. Holmes Daris Sanders P. L. Hamrick Edith Lindsey c/o Edna Bro~ , East Marion, N.Y. Rt. 4, Box 3~ , Fort Pierce Box 1676, St~ rt, Fla. 834 E1Brado t., West Palm Beach Rt. 4, Box 3~ , Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 2~., Fort Pierce 7615 35th ~ ., Jackson Heights, L.I., N.Y. Box 1323, Fo~ ~ Pierce 1808 Boston ~ ~e., Fort Pierce Rt. ~, Box 2~ ~, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box ~ i5, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 2~ ~, Fort Pierce Mrs. Harris was present at the hearing. She expl~ ned that Mr. Harris is serving with the Army iu Germany and she wants to l~ ~e in a mobile home on this property, which she will be permitted to do if is zoned for agriculture. The Harrises have owned the property for a lo~ time and prior to zoning in Jan. 1959 they did live in a trailer on the pro! ~rty. They took the trailer with them to various posts where Mr. Harris was ~ation~d. It was moved by Mr. Hort~n, seconded by Mr. Stebbi~ ~ that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that the pe _tion be granted, since the land is c~ose to an area where a number of tracts ~ve been rezoned within the last year to A-1 for commercial flower growing; t~ ~re are no im- provements on the property except a flowing well and the cha ~Cter of the entire area remains unestablished. The motion carried unanimously ~ a show-of-hands vote. It was also noted that the permit issued for the m ~ile home would be subject to review by the Zoning Department after two years, ~d all sanitary facilities must meet the regulations of the Florida State Bo ~d of Health. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of the Planning and Zoning Commission for ~t. Lucie County, Florida, for a change in zoning classification, from B-2 (Ii ~ted business) to B-4 (general business), for the following described property All of Lot t, Block 2, Westwood S/D, as reco in Plat Book 6, page 17, DDblic records of S . Lucie County, Florida. Several months ago when Evelyn S. Rogers, through Rogers, petitioned for a change in zoning classification, fr Lots 2, 3 and 4,~Block 2, Westwood $~D, which was subsequent ~ granted, an error was made by the County in advising the petitioner that Lot ~ o~ said Block 2, was already zones B-4. After the petition received final a ~roval by the Board of County Commissioners it was discovered that said Lot I is zoned B-2. Mrs. Rogers has since sold the West 1/2 of said Lc owner needs B-4 zoning for his purposes. Mrs. Rogers also for the East 1/2 of said Lot l, so that it will be the same as t ~ present zoning of Lots 2,3 and 4. This petition was initiated by the Planning and Z¢ correct the situation since, if petitioner had been supplied said Lot i would have been included in her request for rezon ag. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was s~ t by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: March 24, continued J. 0. & Gladys Grady AuStin & Ruby Lloyd Rubert C. Hatter Fred & Carolyn Engle Young D and Estelle Dickson Helen H. Miller Paul J. Williams Robert M. Case Elsie 0steen BesSie Barton Tom and Sally Curl R. K. & Leona Hawkins Martin J. and Caroline Ptyler Geo. & Dorine Buchanon J. G. and ~arbara Tulai Forrest B. and Ada Willey Belle Hunter Robt. G. and Mary W. Hall Evelyn Rogers H. C. and Blanche Davidson P. E. and Martha A. Hunter Johnie H. and Leona E. Clark Harold L and Ila~Spencer W. C. Alligood Ray and Rachael Slusser John S. Cemer A1C. Gordy/H. A. & Frances Sloan H. A. and Frances Sloan Vernon and Wayne Rhinesmith 5520 Goffredson, Plymouth, Mich. 2101 Orange Ave., Fort Pierce 409 No. 39th St., Fort Pierce 407 No. 39th St., Fort Pierce 3350 So. Federal Hwy, Fort Pierce 417 No. 37th St., Fort Pierce 415 No. 37th St., Fort Pierce 413 No. 37th St., Fort Pierce P. 0. Box 492, Fort Pierce 407 No. 37th St., Fort Pierce 401 No. 37th St., Fort Pierce 406 No.38th St., Fort Pierce 408 No. 38th St., Fort Pierce 410 No. 38th St., Fort Pierce 412 No. 38th St., Fort Pierce 414 No. 38th St., Fort Pierce 416 No. 38th St., Fort Pierce P. 0. Box 21111, Fort Pierce 211 So. 2nd St., Fort Pierce 41~ No. 38th St., Fort Pierce 413 No. 38th St., Fort Pierce 406 No. 39th St., Fort Pierce 408 No. 39th St., Fort Pierce 412 No. 39th St., Fort Pierce 416 No. 39th St., Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 458, Fort Pierce Bo× 776, Fort Pierce P. 0. Box 892, Fort Pierce 8~0 E1 Rancho, Fort Pierce Mr. J. G. Tulai, adjacent property owner, was present at the hearing, stating he objected to the rezoning of Lots 2, 3 and 4, Block 2, Westwood S/D, when the Board of County Commissioners held a hearing on Mrs. Rogers' petition, and he objected to this petition. He could see no reason for the rezoning when ~ ~ng~h~ N~ ~d~ of A~en~e~.~w~dal~ady zoned B,4. He added that his main concern was that the neighborhood be kept clean. Mr. Slusser was also present. He did not oppose the petition. It was moved by Mr. Waldron, seconded by Mr. Lester that recommendation be made to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be granted. The motion carried unanimously by show-of-hands vote. EXECUTIVE SESSION Findings of the public hearings were considered and decisions reached as recorded above. ~UTES Upon motion by Mr. Stebbins, seconded by Mr. Waldron, the minutes of February 24, 1966 were approved. PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ZONING RESOLUTION - ADDING CATEGORY P-1 It was moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Horton that the proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution for St. Lucie County be accepted, with the addition of medical and dental clinics to be included in the P,1 category, and that said amendment be advertised for public hearing in April. The motion carried unanimously by show-of-hand vote. HOUSING NEEDS FOR CITRUS INDUSTRY As a matter of information, Mr. Gates spoke of the need for additional housing facilities to accommodate the large numbers of workers and their families who will be required to maintain the thousands of acres of land now being planted in citrus. Not only housing will be needed, but schools, recreation, shopping cen~ers, churches, etc. There will probably be some Federal money available to assist with housing, but primarily this is a local matter and will have to be solved locally. Mr. Kelly indicated his office will be prepared to assist with planning, if called upon. "701" PLANNING GRANT Mr. Kelly presented cost figures prepared by the Florida Development to Oh~er the proposed "701" Project, as follows: ESTIMATE OF TOTAL PROJECT COST* Salaries and Wages Travel E×pense Local Staff and Consultant Project Inspection Fee $ 3,250. 1,200 40,500 360 $ 45,310 *These estimates are preliminary and subject to revision. Federal Grant ** 33,982 Local Contribution*** 11,328 Total Revenue 45,310 ***3/4 grant possible because St. Lucie County has been officially designated a redevelopment area. ***May be cash, services or a combination of both. March 24~ 1966 (continued) Mr. Kelly reported that, as instructed, he had inquired State would be to take over the project for the County. possibily yea, but wi the limits of their manpower. The St this work, although if pressed it is conceivable they would do County. However, if the State would take it over, it would nc to the County. The State urged that local authority explore t cost figures submitted; then, upon another request, they would for the job if done by the State. bother or not the The answer was Lucie without cost ~ project on the cost figures Considerable discussion followed. Mr. Kelly gave assur~ ce that the present $3Q~000 yearly local budget ($15,000 each from City and County~ would not need to be increased to participate in "?01"; that the local share wo~ ~d come from these budgeted funds. The additional Federal money would mean that great deal more work can be accomplished by the Planning office in the 2-year mit of the project, because it will provide for probably one additional employee pi ~s consultant services, which could not be provided by local funds only. Si 'to of the work included in the study has already been done, which is a great advantage The State will exercise constant supervision if thework is done locally. It was moved by Mr. Stebbins, seconded by Mr. Hort~n, t~ ~.t the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend to the Board of County Commiss )nors 'that the City-County Planning Office be authorized to participate in th "701" Planning Grant. The vote was polled, as follows: Ayes - Wald~n, Ga as, Lester, Horton, Stebbins and Combs. Nays - Jennings. Business being concluded, the meeting adjourned. THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday Except S turday Fort Pierce, St. Lucie CoUnty, Florida STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF ST. LUCIE: Before the undersigned authority personally appeared Marion T. Ayers, Sibyl B. Mills, who on oath says that he/she is Publisher, Bus- iness Manager of The News Tribune, a daily newspaper published at Fort Pierce in St. Lucie County, Florida; that the attached copy of %~"~dver~isement, being a Notice in the matter of ~.~,~ t~° nf T,~,~cl P1 ~n~g ~d Zon~ n~ ~ in the was published in said newspaper in the issues o~ ~/7/66 __ Court, Affiant further says that the said News Tribune is a newspaper published at Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has been entered as secomd class mail matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a period of one year next preceding the first pub- lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affiamt further says that he has neither paid mor promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, com- mission or refund for the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the said newspaper. Sworn to. and subsc~ribed before me A: D. _ 1966 ~ Notary PubUe (SEAL.) I~KITARV PUBLIC STATE of FLORIDA et LARGE MY COMMISSION EXPIRES DEO, 13, MINUTES - ~. LUCIE COUNTY PLANN~I~NG AND ZONING COMMISSION A regular meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, April 28, 1966, in the Commission Meeting Room in the Courthouse, Fort Pierce, Florida. Present were: C. H. Combs, Chairman, J. V. Waldron, Charles Peckelis, Don Horton and A. B. Jackson. The Following Commission members were absent, all of them having called to advi~e or'their in- ability to attend: Philip Gates, John Lester (out-of-town), Richard Stebbins (ill) and Harry Jennings (ill). - Also present were: E. J. Tokes, .Zoning Director, Ralph B. Wilson, County Attorney, and Miriam Diem, Secretary. The meeting was called to order by the Chairman. Proof of P. ublicastion was presented showing that the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Ray F. ~Slusser for a change in zoning classification, from B-2 (limited business)~ R-lC (residential) to B-4 (general business),for the following described property: Lots 21, 22, 23 and 24, Block 2, Westwood Subdivision, as recorded in Plat Book 6, Page 17, public records of St. Lucie .County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners,, as follows: Helen Miller Paul Williams Robert G. Hall Belle Hunter Forrest B. Willey J. G. Tulai Geo. Buchanon Martin Plyler R. K. Hawkins W. C. Alligood Harold L. Spencer Johnie H. Clark Evelyn Rogers H. C. D~vidson Philip E. Hunter ~ J. 0. Grady R. E. Slay Austin Lloyd D. J. Holland Rubie Hatter Rose Green Louis R. Comeau Fred K. Engle A. C. Gordy/H. A. Sloan H. A. & Frances Sloan Vernon Rhinesmith 417 No. 37th St., Fort Pierce 415 No. 37th St., Fort Pierce P. 0. Box 2111, Fort Pierce 416 No. 38th St., Fort Pierce 414 No. 38th St., Fort Pierce 412 No. 38th St., Fort Pierce 410 No. 38th St., Fort Pierce 408 No. 38th St., Fort Pierce 406 No. 38th St., Fort Pierce 412 No. 39th St., Fort Pierce 408 No. 39th St., Fort Pierce 406 No. 39th St., Fort Pierce 211 So. 2nd St., Fort Pierce 41~ No. 38th St., Fort ~e_ce 413 No. 38th St., Fort Pierce 5520 Goffredson, Plymouth, Mich. 2930 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce 2101 Orange Ave., Fort Pierce 408 No. 40th St., Fort Pierce 409 No. 39th St., Fort Pierce ~06 No. 40th St., Fort Pierce 4104 Avenue R., Fort Pierce 407 No. 39th St., Fort Pierce P. 0. Box 776, Fort Pierce P. 0. Box 892, Fort Pierce 810 E1 Ran6ho Dr., Fort Pierce M~. Slusser was present at the hearing, explaining that his home and his garage business a .id ~this property. He is asking for rezoning so that his business Will With the zoning. Mr. Louis Cameau, an adjacent property owners, inquired what would happen if neighbors to Mr. Slusser wanted to change their property to B-4 zoning. He was~[~dvised that this could not be predicted; that each petition must be considered on its own merits. The secretary reported Mrs. H. C. Davidson, another adjacent property owners, had telephoned to advise she did not object to the petition being granted. In executive session following the public hearing, Mr. Tokes pointed out that if Mr. Slusser's petition is granted, he will be required to maintain a 25 ft. buffer zone on the South property line to serve as a separation between a residential area and a B-4 District. Mr. Slusser is aware of this. Further, he will not be allowed to keep junk cars on the property, in connection with his business, as he has been doing to some extent in a non-conforming status. County Attorney, Ralph Wilson, noted that at the time zoning was first established, the lots adjacent to °Avenue D, Westwood S/D, were to have been designated ¢-1 (commercial) now known as B-4 (general business~. However, Westwood S/D became confused with Westwood Manor S/D and was incorrectly designated on the official zoning map. Approval of ~. Slusser's petition would, in effect, partially correct this error. Moved by Mr. Horton, seconded by Mr. Jackson, that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend to the Board of County Commissioners that Mr. Slusser's petition be approved. The motion carried unanimously by a show-off,ands vote. Aoril 28, 1966 (continued~ PUBLIC HEARING Petition of William J. Blake for a change in zoning c] ~ssification, from R-lC (residential) to A-1 (agriculture), for the following desc ~ibed property: From the SE corner of 0utlot l, Section 4-36-~ I' run North along East line of 0utlot i 291.3 ft. ~ POB;' th continue North 250 ft., th West /~ With So~ h line of 0utlot I 235 ft., th South~with East ] ~ne 0utlot 1 75.2 ft., th West /Jowiih South line 0utlot I 96.72 ft., th on an angle of 67 37' as turned from East ~ ~ SE run SEly 191.76 ft., th East //with South line ~ ~i~lot 1 259.08 ft. to P.0. B., St. Lucie County, Flori~ ~. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent to adjacent property owners, as follows: first class mail David Bart S. P. Rowe F. J. Overstreet Roy Martin Elsie Luberger John R. Long Gordon Schuster Warren L. Creasey & Nolan Bays Ernest Germani Maynard Sammons Robert Cressler Nathan A. Resnick James Keane Wesley D. McKinley James D. Evans R. B. Sheets Daniel Henderson 4708 Oleander Ave., F( 't Pierce 4699 Oleander A~e., F( ~t Pierce Rt. l, Huddleston, Va. 4704 Elm Ave., Fort P~ ~rce 510 So. 25th St., For~ Pierce 702 Howie Ave., Fort } ~erce 123 No. 29th St., For~ Pierce 4702 Elm Ave., Fort PJ ~rce 4708 Elm Ave., Fort PJ ~rce 4701 Elm Ave., Fort P~ ~rce 4705 Elm Ave., Fort P~ ~rce 3901 So, Indian River i)r., Fort Pierce 6310 SW 41st Ct., j Fo~ ~ La~derdale 102-22 62nd Dr., For~ ~st ills, N.Y. 906 W. 2nd St., Fort t re,ce 4590 Elm Ave., Fort PJ ~rce 4600 Elm Ave., Fort Pf ~rce Mr. Blake was present at the hearing. He identified ~he property as fronting on Oleander Avenue Just North of Midway Road, containJ ~g a~out l½ acres. There is a small gove, about 90 trees. Petitioner has no imm~ ~iate plans for the property except to keep it clean of grass and weeds and wants ~ ~ build a structure to house a small tractor, mower and boat. Since he does not ~ ~an to build a home, he is not permitted to construct this utiliity building only i~ an R-lC district;~ therefore, he is requesting A-1 zoning which would permit him t ~ do so. He haa in mind a building about 20.' x 20', costing approximately $700. Mr. Blake also stated he plans to leave the big oak ti ~es for a future home site. There is no space in which to develop a large gro~ ~ - he Just wants to keep the land clean and, at the present time, must drive his ti ~ctor several miles to do the work. Mr. David Henderson, adjacent property owner, stated ] ~ sympathizes with petitioner's need to protect his equipmentbut is opposed to a ~ %ange to agriculture zoning. There are very nice homes in thearea and A-1 zoning ~ ~uld permit cattle, pigs, etc. Mr. R. B. Sheets snpported Mr. Henderson's objection, Cs did Mrs. Henderson and a Mr. Martin who was representing Mrs. Elsie Luberger. Mr. Tokes noted that even though A-1 zoning is grante~ ~ liwe stock would not be permitted since the area is not large enough to provide ~uffic~ent distance from the nearest home. ~. Blake, after listening to the objections presente~ ~ said he felt he should withdraw his petition since he did not want to cause a~ friction with the neighbors and the entire matter was no~ really of great import~ ~ce to him. Mr. Blake withdrew his petition. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning . ~mmission to establish a new category within the Comprehensive Zoning Resol~ ~ion for St. Lucie County, to be entitled P-l, Professional and Restricted Commer, bal. The purposes and provisions of the proposed district are as follow: : P-1 DISTRICT PROFESSIONAL AND RESTRICTED ~0MMERCIAL This district is intended to provide professional, cultural and commerical needs for emerging residential communities which by ~irtue ~f the existing proximity of public uses or by asthetic factors involved si ~ll necessitate restrictions being placed on commercial activities of a c~ ?acter not com- plementary to the emerging neighborhood. PERMITTED PRINCIPAL USES AND STRUCTURES Any use permitted in an R~3 Multiple-Dwelling District, su~ ~ect to the limitations, requirements and procedures specified for such use unless ~ch use is specifically permitted in this District, but excluding Mobile Home Park ~ Permitted uses shall also be as follows: Medical and dental clinics; h spitals, sanitariums, convalescent homes and nursing homes; orphanages; institut ohs for the aged, indigent or inform, but not including mental cases; privat offices for professional April 28, 1966 (continued) uses accessory to a dwelling provided such office does not exceed 25% of the floor space of a dwelling unit occupied by such doctor or dentist and not more than one doctor or dentist practices in such office; offices of realtors and attorneys; nursery school or child care center when the building is located not less than 29' from any other lot in an "R" District and provided ~hat~there is established, maintained and used for the children at play in connection therewith one or more completely and securely fenced play lots which are no closer than 50' to any property line and shall be screened by a masonry wall or compact hedge not less than 5' in height, such wall not located less than 20' from any other lot in an "R" District; community garages; open parking lots for parking self-propelled passenger vehicles, but not including buses; and, service establishments pro- viding retail commodities to the above noted permitted and accessory uses, in- cluding: Book stores; clothing stores; costume rentals; drug stores; restaurants, except that no outside service would be permitted; and, any other public, trade or occupation or profession deemed necessary or desirable for oublic convenience and welfare and in conformity with the provisions of this zone. PROHIBITED USES Gasoline stations; automotive repairs, supplies or parts and service; warehousing and storage; bars and taverns; commercial recreation; any manufacturing or outside storage of either new or used merchandise or parts; and, mobile home parks. MINIMUM RESIDENTIAL LOT REQUI~NTS (Area and Width) Residential (One-Family or ~o-Family Dwelling) Lot with well and septic tank: As for R-2 Lot with either well or septic tank or neither: As for R-2 Residential (Multiple Dwelling) WiShh: 100 ft. Area: ll,O00 sq. ft. (except accessory structures or uses) MAXIMUM PROFESSIONAL AND RESTRICTED COMMERCIAL LOT REQUIREMENTS 1 story - 35% 2 story - 30% 3 story - 30% 4 story - 29% 5 story - 29% 6 ~tory - 25% 7 story - 23% 8 story - 21% MINIMUM TAR/) REQUIREMENTS (Depth of front & rear yards, width of side yards Residential Front: 2~ ft. Side: ?~ ft. for one-family or two-family dwelling Multiple family or rooming - l0 ft. provided width shall be increased 3 ft. for each added story above two stories. Rear: 15 ft. for one-family or two-family dwelling. Multiple family or rooming - 25 ft. plus 2 ft. for each added story above two stories. Permitted Non-Residential Structure or Use Front: Side: Rear: 30 ft. 20 ft., plus 2 ft. for each 2 ft. in height of structure in excess of 20 ft. 25 ft., plus 1/4 ft. for each 1 ft. in height of stnucture in excess of ~ ft. All Corner Lots Front yards as specified and side yards of 15 ft. on side of lot abutting side street, unless greater width is specified as stated above. MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF STRUCTURES no portion intended for human occupancy shall exceed: 8 stories or 100 ft. MINIMUM FLOOR AREAS Each Dwelling Unit 0neLfamily': 500 sq. ft. Two-family: 400 sq. ft. Multiple dwelling: 325 sq. ft. LIMITATION ON ANY SIGNS No signs intended to be read from. off the premises except: Signs Permitted in R-4. No off&site, animated, projecting or roof signs exceot as specified. No signs within 50 ft. of R-1AA, R-lA, R-lB, R-lC, ~2, R-3, or R-4 District. On-site ground signs each Jot to exceed 100 sq. ft. in area and not exceeding 12 ft. in overall height above ground. On-site wall signs not e~ceeding 20% of wall area upon which such signs are placed. Marquee signs not to extend beyond the marquee and not to exceed 4 ft. in height. April R8, 1966 (continued) On-site combination vertical and roof signs, not to exceed ~ )0 sq, Ft. in area and not to extend more than 4 ft. from building wall and noi to extend more than 5 ft. above the roof. Aggregate area of all signs not to exceed $ sq. ft. in area 'or each foot of frontage of buildings displaying signs, or 2 sq. ft. for ca( ~ foot of frontage of property occupied by such buildings or devoted to such u[ ~, whichever is the greatest. Neon type signs allowed. Strip lighting allowed. No one appeared at the hearing to oppose a P-1 Distri( ;. It was moved by Mr. HoDton, seconded by Mr. Jackson, t '~at the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend to the Board of County Comm~ ~sion that the proposed P-1 District be adopted and made a part of the Com~ ~ehensive Zoning ResS~ution for $~. Lucie County. The motion unanimously c~ ~ried by a show-of- hands vote. EXECUTIVE SESSION MINL~ES - Upon motion by Mr. Waldron, seconded by Mr. Peck~ ~is, the minutes of March 25, 1966 were unanimously approved by a show-of-ha~ ls vote. PROPOSED REZONING FOR CAMP SITE M. A. Rmmsey, realtor, presented information concerni~ ~ a 40-acres tract of land on Edwards Road, between Jenkins and Ralls Roads, w] Lch is being con- sidered for development into a modern camping site. A por~ Lon of the property is on the river. There are many large, old trees and the ~ ~tire area would be ideal for this purpose. The land is presently zoned R-l~ and would have to be rez0ned to A-l, followed by a Special Exxception granted oy the Board of Adjustment, before a camp could be established. Mr. Ramse[ brought the matter to the Commission at this time in order to secure informati~ ~ as to whether or not the members felt the plan of develgpment to be feasi] [e. The developers have consulted with Mr. Richards and Mr. E~arr of the local md State Health Departments regarding the requirements for sanitary failiti( ~. PEERLESS INVESTMENT CORPORATION - DEVELOPMENT Mr. Tokes advised the Commission of inquiries he has ] ~d from Peerless Investment Conporation of Houston, Texas, who propose to bu~ ~d an apartment complex, shopping center, service station, etc. on that pro~ ~rty located on Orange Avenue h~longing to Florence Banana Supply Corp. !o firm commitments have been made. Business being concluded, the meeting was declared ad 0urned. 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MINUTES - ST LUCIE COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A regular meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, May 26, 1966 in the Commission. Meeting Room in the Courthouse at Fort Pierce, Florida, with the following present: Philip Gates, Richard Stebbins, J~. V. Waldron, Harry Jennings, John LesSer, C. H. Combs, A. B. Jacksoh, Don Horton, E.~. Tokes, Zoning Director, Ralph B. Wilson, County Attorney, and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Mr. Combs, Chairman, presided. Proof of Publication was presented showing that the petitions to be heard at this time wa~e duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Edith S. Poe for a change in zoning classification, from B-3 (arterial business) to B-~ (general Business) for the following described property: West 880 ft. of Lot 186, Maravilla Gardens, Unit 3, as recorded in Plat Book 6, page 62, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: American Bakeries Co. Frank Nicholson Julius Coday Earl V. Ebner Jerry L. Butt '~ Ethel D. Sneilgr0ve Anthony Rescingno W. R. Barrett W. $. Hyland George G. Dixon Annie Jewel Davis 10 so. Riverside Plaza, Chicago 3111 So. Federal Hwy., Fort Pierce 418 So. Ocean Dr., Fort Pierce 2817 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce 3102 Duban Terrace, Fort Pierce P. 0. Box 3387, Fort Pierce 136-B 89th St., Miami P- o. Box i01, Speonk, L.I., N.Y. 399 Midway Rd., Fort Pierce 307 Fernandina Ave., Fort Pierce 3115 Duban Terrance, Fort Pierce Mrs. Poe was present at the hearing, accompanied by Mr. Bronson Bush. Mr. Bush is interested in renting one of the buildings on the poe property, in the rear of the Poe Pottery Shop. Mr. Bush wants to mould small stepping stones, sailfish, and other garden accessories . Mrs. Poe would display the products in her g.ift shop, along with her present d~sptay of birdbaths, etc. but all sto~ge would be in the rear of the Pottery Shop and not visible from the street. Mrs. Poe gave assurance that Mr. Bush's operation would not be objectionable, sinceshe lives on the property and conducts her own business there, and would not permit anything unsightly. Reference was made to the fact that the railroad is at the rear of the property, there is other B-4 zoning within 3000 ft., and that generally the property is not suited for anything but business. Mr. Tokes, Zoning Director, noted that Mr. Bush would have to maintain a buffer zone between his business and the property zoned R-4 on the North. There was discussion as to whether or not Mr. Bush could manufacture and display his products on the same property, it was determined that this situation is about the same as for Pyramid Products - the rear of the property is zoned B-4 in which the manufacturing is done and the front of the property, along the highway, is zoned B-3 where the products are displayed. After discussion of the findings of the public hearing in executive session, it was moved by Mr. Gates and seconded by Mr. Lester that the requested change in zoning is in character' with the general development of the area and that recommenda- tion be made ~to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be granted. By show-of=hands vote the motion passed unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Robert C. Edwards for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (residential) to A-1 (agriculture), for the following described property: SW¼ of - less that part lying South of Canal 71 deeded to Ralls and less East 50 ft. and less North 43 ft. and less West 15 ft. - and h~ of SE~ lying North of Canal 71, in Section 30, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. May 26, 1966 (continued) Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first c ~ass mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Clyo S. Sallette Rinker Materials P. L. Hamrick Thelma Black Donald Brewer Amos A. Johnson Dallas W. Harold C. R. Dinkins Daris Sanders Edith Lindsey J. W. Harris Ethel G. McAdie Alfred Savinelli N. S. Storman Est. Jewel S. Lindsey M. R. Pettish ~lton Friedman Carla Hackney W. W. Arnold Rt. 4, Box 430, Foz Pierce Drawer 231, West P~ !m Beach Rt. 4, Box 435, Fo~ ~i Pierce Rt.4' Box 305, Foz Pierce P. 0. Bo× 14, Newb~ ~port, Mass. Rt. 4, Bo× 292, Fo~ ~?Pierce Rt. 4, Box 290, Fo~ ~ pierce Rt. 4, Box 289, Fo~ ~i~ Pierce Rt. 4, Box 287, ~Fo~ ~. Pierce Rt.4' Box 289, FO~ Pierce Rt. 4, Box ~87, Fo~ i Pierce ~ ~kson Hts., 7615 35th Ave., ~a~, N.Y. 316 Loring Ave., Rt. 4, Box 434, Fo~ ~ Pierce Rt. 4, Box 434, Fs¢ ~t Pierce P. 0. Box 3178, Fo~ ' Pierce Rt. 4, Box 438, Fo~ Pierce P. 0. Box 2~4, For~ Pierce P. 0. Box 880, For~ Pierce LI, N.Y. Mr. M. A. Ramsey was present representing petitioner. The property in question is a tract of 40 acres, West of Ralls Road and one-ha[~ mile East of Jenkins Road, fronting on Edwards Road. Petitioner wants to develop ~he property for a high class camp site. It is ideal for this purpose, since it ~as river frontage and there are many big trees. No part of the camp would be s~ ~n from the road and a buffer zone would be maintained on that portion of the p~ ~perty abutting adjacent properties. Mr. Ramsey further stated the owner plans to live on 1 ~e property and operate the camp himself, thereby assuring a well run and well ~aintained business. In addition, all regulations of the Florida State Board of Hea[ ~h and the local Health Department would be adhered to. Mr. Richards, Sanitarian, State Board of Health, was ~ ~troduced by Mr. Tokes who had requested that he be present to discuss the requ~ ?ements of the Health Department. Mr. Richards stated that all camp sites, regardl~ ~s of the type (labor, recreational, religious) are under the supervision of t ~e Health Department, and must be operated in accordance with the requirements of th~ Sanitary Code of the State of Florida. The Health Department is interested i~ the water supply, sewage disposal, etc. and plans must be engineered and approve~ prior to the start of any camp operation. They also have some regulations about ~ize of lots,access roads, bath houses, toilets, laundry facilities. Angus Sumner, attorney for Mrs. Ethel McAdie, objecte~ to the proposed rezoning and particularly objected to the use of the land for ~ camp site. Mrs. McAdie's property joins the property under discussion on the E~ ~t and has her home, which is very large and beautiful, on the river close to ~he property line. Mr. Sumner held that the change in zoning would be downgrading ;he surrounding propertyand, although he admitted the Health Dept. might well ~ntrol sanitary conditions,they cannot control noise and other objectionable f~ ~tures of a camp site. Charles R. P. Brown, Atty., spoke on behalf of the Do~ Mustains. Mr. and Mrs. Mustain do not live within 300 ft. of the land under disc' ~sion, but they do live close by and they object to the proposed rezoning. Mr. ] town referred to the development of Edwards Road in the last fifteen years and how ~ has been up=graded. Mr. Br~n pointed out that there is residential property on al under discussion, that the homes are large and beautiful and tl would appear to be detrimental to the residential development. Rollin Rogers, nearby property owner, objected to the being granted. He too referred to the development of Edwards are at the present time some most unsightly structures there, many attractive homes being constructed in the area. He als breakdown there has already been in zoning for Edwards Road, f to accommodate the numerous floWer farms, a grove, and a mo$il to his own home, one of a small community of homes across the under discusson. out the to the R~IC to A-l, first ~e referred the property Mr. Harold Parson opposed th~rezoning, noting that t are~re a number of very nice homes in the area, homes in'the $30,000 - $35,000 b ~cke~. iHe also stated he made a trip across the country with a oa~r trailer andi~oun~ he had to avoid private camp sites and patronize only State or National ~mpsj iThe private parks lacked control and good management. Mr. Randall 0steen, a nearby property owners, opposed purchased his property approximately ten years ago, has put a has a home he likes, and objects to the type of camp site deve nearby property. He money into it, prOposed for Mrs. W. W. Arnold, Mrs. Rollin ~gers and Mr. Melvin objection to the petition. arriSh atso expressed Letter received from Mr. D. G. Brewer, adjacent property owu~ers, opposing the petition. In executive session following thepublic hearing, the findings of the hea~ing were considered. It was moved by Mr. Jennings that the petition be denied because of the residential development of the surrounding properties, the potential nuisance which the proposed camp site represents, the number of persons objecting to the proposed rezoning and the convictinn of the Commission that the highest and best use of the property is residential. The motion was seconded by Mr. Jackson. By show-of-hands vote the motion carried unanimously. Later, by telephone Mr. Ramsey requested that petitioner be permitted to withdraw his petition. 5R%e telephone call was confirmed by letter dated May 31, 1966. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of 0. S. Gaskell for a change in zoning classification, from R-4 (multiple dwelling) to B-4 (general business) for the following described property: South 10 acres of NE~ of NE~ East of State Rd. #4 - less to C&SFFCD in Sec. 4-35-40, and that part of Govt. Lot I lying SEly of that certain 15 ft. alley lying South of Lots 39 thru 48, Hillside S/D; SWly of U, S. #1 and ~ly of land deeded to Central and Southern Florida Flood Control District, St. Lucie County, Florida. ~rioSa~e~hew~b2d~s~aring notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Arthur T. Smith Est. Wm. L. Bierman Calvin L. Arnold David Bialeck Carrie Clark Nyles Long Thos G. Brown Nottingham Investments, Inc. Zigmu~d A. Mylos John C. Monroe C. L.'Smith Jalmar, Inc. M. H. Scott Munsco Mills, Inc. 1921 No. 3rd St., Fort Pierce 1919 No. 3rd St., Fort Pierce 12124 Georgia Ave., Fort Pierce 438 No. Miami Ave., Y~ami~iF~omida 904 Valley Lane, Fort Pierce 908 Valley Lane, Fort Pierce 1817 No. Federal Hwy., Fort Pierce at. 3, Box 99, Fort Pierce 418 California Ave., 0akmont, Penna. 1807 No. Federal Hwy., Fort Pierce Rt. ~, Box 1175, Fort Pierce P. 0. Box 227, Grant, Florida P. 0. Box 726, Fort Pierce P. 0. Box 726, Fort Pierce Mr. Gaskell attended tbe hearing stating that 'he has an opportunity to utilize his property for a warehouse. He had at one time planned to use it for a mobile home park and in 1959 it was rezoned for this purpose. However, before he could do this the Central and Southern Florida Flood Control District took so much of the land to widen Taylor Creek there was not enough left for thle Park. The warehouse would be constructed on the wedge-shaped portion of the property abutting old U~ S. No. 1. That portion abutting Taylor Creek is included in the petition but it is, in fact, quiteuseless since it is a very narrow strlip at the present time and becoming more so because of constant erosion. The road by the John Williams property would be used for access to the warehouse from U. S. No. 1. Thomas Brown, an adjacent property owner, inquired what would be stored in the proposed warehouse and was told it would be aluminum products. Mr. Brown advised he would have no objection to the requested rezoning, to the ware.- house or the trucks operating there. In executive session following the public hearing, Commission member Harry Jennings disqualified himself from consideration of this petitionsince he owns land nearby, although he has no personal interest in Mr. Gaskell's property or the use of it. It was moved by Mr. Stebbins that since Mr. ~askell's in a depressed area and there is already B-4 zoning close by the recommend to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition The motion was seconded by Mr. Lester. By show-of-hands vote with Mr. Jennings abstaining. is located sion ~rried, PUBLIC HEARING Petition of William D. White for a change in zoning classi R-3 (multiple dwellings) to B-3 (arterial business), for the followi property: on, from .bed North 200 ft. of West 330 ft. of NE¼ of SE~ of Section 14, Township 34 South, Range 39 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Mrs. White asked that the hearing on this petition be postponedl £or one month, when Mr. White could be present. Permission granted. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Associated Inns, Inc. for a change in z¢ ~ing classification, from A-1 (agriculture) to B-2 (limited business) for the fol] ~wing described property: North l0 acres of the following described lane h~¼ of NW~ of Section 25, Township 35 South, Range 39 East, less th~ following: Begin at NW corner of' S~ ~tion 24, run S 0v21'30'' East 1370.52 ft. to a point, t~ run S 89°~2'51" E 555.44 ft. to a point,on East r~ ~ht-of-way ~ County Road, th N yo 14' 52" West 1380.38 ~ .i. along E r/w of said Rd to a concrete monument on Nort~ line of Section 25, th North 89°24'21'' W 389.83 ft. t( P0B (as in OR 1~3, Pg 316) St. Lucia County, Florida Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent ~y first class mail to adjacent property o~mers, as follows: Florida Turnpike Authority Philip Hoeffner ~11Leeper Sheldon B. Miller, Tr. P. O. Box 8008, ?t. Lauderdale 327 S. 13th St.~ Fort Pierce P. O. Box 934, ~ ~rt Pierce 407 Lincoln Rd.~ Miami Beach Lewis Raulerson was present at the hearing represenl lng Associated Inns, Inc. The company wants to add 60 units to the Holiday Inn, ~irectly south of the units already constructed. The plans are being prepare( and it is hoped construction can begin in July. No one opposed the petitinn. In executive session following the public hearing, ~ was moved by Mr. Lester, seconded by Mr. Jennings, that approval of the p~ ~ition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners. By a show-of-hands ~ ote the motion carried, all members of the Commission voting in favor of th~ motion except ~. Jackson who was out of the room. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of James L. Peterson for a change in zonin~ c from A-1 (residential) to M-2 (Industrial) for the following le North 3 acres of W½ of E½ of NW~ of NE¼, less North ification, property: 71.5 ft. for road, Section 13, Township 35 South, Range 39 East, St. Lucia County, Florida. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent oy first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Richard H. Sheare~ Wm. H..~ Brantley Luther M.. Paterson otis H. Edge John P. Svee Gi rs Louis W ~. L Rt. 3, Box 181, ?ort Pierce Rt. 3, Box 182, ~ort Pierce Rt. 3, Box 176, ~ort Pierce Rt. 3, Bo× 104, Ga. 2606 S. 10th St , Pierce Rt. 3, Box 170, Fort Pierce P. 0. Box 705, ! oft Pierce Rt. 3, Box 172, ~ort Pierce P. 0. Box 1568, Fort Pierce Since move, - plan a he ~ tr wi Peterson, petitioner, and Mr. Luther Pete~ son~ his business ~nt at the hearing. They are presently o- a box ie County but the business 'has outgrown it ~sent location. no structure of a suitable ~ize and loca~ ion into which to to construct a factory building on their . ~n property. They which will be nice in appearance. ~son requested the amount of land to be rez~ ned be reduced x 200 ft., which will be large enough for their business facilities. After the factory buildin~ is completed his home nearby which he could not do f the entire M-2. The legal description for the lessor ~mount of land 200 ft. of the East 200 ft. ofthe North 3 acres of E! of NW~ of NE~ - less North 71.5 ft fo road, a · .3, Township 35 South, Range 39 East, St. L cie County, for rez the Commission agreed to consider only t e reduced acreage No ob ions to granting the petition were receive . lng the findings of the~public hearing in executive session, it is industrial zoning to the North of the Paterson in effect, granting this petition would be an extension of an in~ustrial area. Further, it will mean an expansion of n existing local industry with a greater potential for employment of local pe pla. Moved by Mr. Jackson, seconded by M~. Lester that the petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners for approval. By show-of= hand vote the motion carried unanimously. EXECUTIVE SESSION Upon motion by Mr. Waldron, seconded by Mr. Jackson, the minutes of April 28, 1966 were approved as mailed. CRITERIA FOR CAMP SITES The chairman read a letter from Hoyt C. Murphy, Chairman of the Boardof Adjustment for St. Lucie County, urging the Planning and Zoning Commission to take immediate action to amend the Zoning Resolution to provide criteria for camp sites. Mr. Tokes advised by letter and telephone he has attempted to secure copies of regulations in effect in other counties in Florida, but without success. However, the Central & Southern Florida Flood Control District has forwarded a phamphlet on camp sites, which has not yet been received. It was moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Jennings, and carried, that Mr. Tokes continue working on this project and arrange for a special meeting of the Commission if information received indicates such meeting to be of value. Business being concluded, the meeting was adjourned. THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily 'and Sunday- Except Saturday Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida STAT;;: OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF ST. LUCIE: Before the undersigned authority personally appeared Marion T. Ayers, Sibyl B. Mills, who on oath says that he/she is Publisher, Bus- mess Manager of The News Tribune, a daily newspaper published at Fort Pierce in St. Lucie County, Florida; that the attached copy of advertisement, being a Notice in the matter of Petition of Associated Inns, Inc. for a change in zoning classification et etc. in the Court, was published in said newspaper in the issues of 5/9/66 Affiant further says that the said News Tribun, e is a newspaper published at Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has been entered as second class mail matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a period of one year next preceding the first pub- lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affia~ further says that he has neither paid rmr. promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, com- mission or refund for the purpose this advertisement for publication in the said newspaper. Sworn t0 and~sul~scrtbed before me this &-Ot~ ....... May (sEAL - - .' ...... · MY 00f¥~)$~0N EX?I2ES DEC. 13, ~967 MINUTES - PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A regular meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, June 23, 1966, in the Commission Meeting Room in the Courthouse at Fort Pierce, Florida, with the following present: Don Horton, C. H. Combs, Chas. Peckelis, J. V. Waldron, Richard Stebbins, P~ilip Gates, A. B. Jackson, E. J. Tokes, Zoning Director, Ralph B. Wilson, County Attorney, and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Chairman Combs presided. Proof of publication was presented, showing that the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of L. M. Feaster for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (residential) to R-3 (multiple residential), for the following described property: North 110 ft. of SE% of SE¼ of NW¼ - less East 42 ft. for Road r/w and canal - and less East 200 ft., Section 10, Township 36 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Crawford E. Church Charles E. Cooley Elvie H. Stanford Carl H. Gardner John R. Nola Robt. C. McKinney Benjamin Engel Daniel Strosheim Onley & Jehu Larter 502 Ulrich Road, Fort Pierce 500 Ulrich Road, Fort Pierce P. O. Box 297, Fyffe, Alabama 238 Empire Ave., Syracuse, N. C. 501 Ulrich Road, Fort Pierce 404 Ulrich Road, Fort Pierce 111 SW llth Ave., Boynton Beach 44287 Gratiot St., Mt. Clemens, Mich. 562 Suffolk~St., Lowell, Mass. Petition did not appear at the hearing nor was his representative present. The Zoning Director stated that prior to zoning, a duplex residence was partially constructed on this property, which is located near Scotts Curve on U. S. ~1. The building is almost completed except for plumbing fixtures. Petitioner wants to finish the work at this time and rent the units. No objection to the petition being granted was received. In executive session following the public hearing, it was moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Waldron, that recommendafion be made to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be granted, since the change in zoning would be an extmnsion of R-3 zoning adjacent' on the South, and an otherwise useless property could be utilized, and adjacent property owners expressed no objection. By a show-of-hands vote the motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Earl V. Ebner for a change in zoning classification, from R-4 and B-3 (multiple residence and arterial business) to B-4 (general business), for the following described property: South 143.72 ft. of North 162 ft. of Lot 184, Maravilla Gardens S/D, Unit 3, as recorded in Plat Book 6, page 62, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: June 23, 1966 (continued) Julius Tucker Julius Coday Edith S. Poe Ft. Pierce Airways Kenneth M. Wagner Ed S. Hatfield V~ncent R. Gorham 7-UP Bottling Co. Jerry L. Butt Ethel D. Snellgrove Anthony C. Rescigno William R. Barrett Thmma s Baker Valda Dwyer W. B. Hyland George G. Dixon Annie J. Davis Grady Tomlin 3202 So. 7th St., Fort P~ ~-rce 418 So. Ocean Dr., Fort ~ ~erCe P. O. Box 3281, Fort Pie~ ~e P. O. Box 3389, Fort Pie~ ~e 4220 Rose Lane, Fort Pie~ ~e 3607 So. Indian ~. -Fort Pierce Po O. Box 6.397 i~Beach 2501 Pinewood Ave,, West ~alm Beach 3102 Duban Terrace, Fort Pierce P. O. Box 387, Fort Pier( =- 136 NE 89th St., ~iami P. O. Box 101, Speonk, L I., N.Y. 3902 Duban Terrace, Fort PierCe 13924 Sorrento, Detroit, Nich 399 Midway Rd., Fort ~Pie~' ce 307 Fernandina, Fort Pie~' ce 3115 Duban Terrace, Fort Pierce 3117 Duban Terrace, Fort Pierce Trent Ebner was present at the hearing on behalf of p, titioner. The Ebners are in the mobile home sales and service business on ti is property and do quite a bit of metal work in the process of trailer repair They want to con- tinue to do sheet metal work on mobile homes and, also, do th s type of work for other people. They are therefore asking for B-4 zoning whic~ ~will permit the sheet metal work and the continuance of the mobile home geneE~ 1 sales and service. No objections to the petition were received. In executive Session following the public hearing, it was moved by Mr. Stebbins, seconded by Mr. Jackson that since there is B-4 zon ng adjacent on the South of this property, and very recently the Poe propert which lies slightly to the North was rezoned B-4, so that this seems to be a gene al trend, it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that ~he pet tion be granted. By show-of-hands vote the motion carriedunanimously. PETITION OF W. D. WHITE (continued.) Public hearing on this petition was held at this time Mrs. White and after notice of the postponment was sent to al owners, as follows: as requestedby adjacent property william D. White Homer Snead Alton L. Harden Lakewood Park Corp. Archie B. Campbell Arnold H. Olsen Paul E. Schaffner Robert D. Schaffner Carmella Corio Lucian R. Millar, Sr. Angelo Dell'Aira Frank R, ~Stutzman M. B. Liles James D. Cleary Charles B. Gates, Jr., Tr. Edmund Brent Rt. 2, Box 9000, Fort Pi rce 3508 Avenue F, Fort Pier e 1222 E. 14th St., Jackso .ville Fort Pierce, Florida 8212 Vincent Rd., Elsie, MiCh. 6 NE 107th St., Miami Rt. 1, Brookview, Wexfor ~, Penna. 8037 Patricia Dr., Pitts ~urgh 37, Penna Ru~h Twp., Centre Co., P~ilipsburg, Pa. 22 Carty Ave., Ft. Monmc ~th, N.J. 16 Prospect Ave., Brentw ~od, L.I., N.Y. Rt. 2, Box 820, Fort Pie ~ce 12 University Place, Val losta, Ga. Rt. 2, Box 627, Fort Pie ~ce 108½ Capitol St., Charle ~ton, W. Va. 2615 Humble Bldg., Houst ~n, Texas Mr. Gates disqualified himself in this hearing becaus ~,although he has no direct interest in 'the matter, he does own property nearby. Mr. White was present, stating he is fond of playing )ool and has many friends who enjoy the game also. He proposes to open an ope 3ate a private club for this purposes. The club would be run on an invitation ~ ~mbership basis, with monthly dues paid by the members. Goal is 50 members. No ~lcoholic beverages would be sold. Nevertheless the club would have to be lice~ ~ed. Mr. TOkes mepor, ted that Mr. White's present property ~s zoned R-3. If this were a non-prO~it organization it ~uld be permitted in ~his category. However, Mr. White's attorney has advised him the club could not be cc ~sidered non-profit. Mr. Tokes suggested that Mr. White consult with the Internal {evenue Department with regard to the non-profit status of the Club but he did ~ )t do this, deciding to abide by the opinion of his attorney that it would not be ~onsidered non-profit. Mr. White plans to sell soft drinks and snacks. June 23, 1966 (continued) The Commission considered the findings of the public hearing in executive session. They felt that to reco~aend approval of the petition would be recommending re~oning which could be designed spot zoning, which is undesirable. Further, the zoning goes with the property and, while the Board was confident, of petitioner's good faith, if someone else took over the activity it might be operated in a manner detrimental to the best interests of the community. Upon motion by Mr. Waldron, seconded by Mr. Peckelis, further consideration of the ~hite petition was tabled until the regular meeting of the Commission on July 28, 1966. C,A~R S~TE REGULATIONS PROPOSED Mr. Joel Pierce, Mr. Ford and Mr. Payne of the St. Lucie Campers Club were present to discuss proposed regulations for camp sites in St. Lucie County. They made it clear that campers want rules and regulations regulating camp sites and they made a number of suggestions. Mr. Richards, Sanitarian, St. Lucie County Health Department was also present and made a number of helpful suggestions. After discussing these matters at some length, it was agreed that Mr. Wilson, County Attorney, should prepare a proposed amendment to the Zoning Regulations to cover camp sites, for consideration at the July meeting of the Commission. PARKING OF CAMPING TRAILER IN PRIVATE HOMES Members of the St. Lucie Campers Club referred to Section 13, para. 4, of the Zoning Resolution which deals with the parking of m~bile homes, trailers, etc. in residential areas. They feel these provisions should be liberalized to permit camping trailers, travel trailers, etc. of limited size to be parked at homes. Feel reference should be to useag~e rather than to size. Referred to Zoning Ordinance of Hialeach which was changed to provide for parking of recreational trailers. MINUTES Upon motion by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Horton, the minutes of May 26, 1966 were unanimously approved. Business being completed the meeting adjourned. THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday -- Except Saturday Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, F~orida STAT~ OF I:LORtDA COUNTY OF ST. LUCIE: Before the undersigned authority personally appeared Marion T. Ayers, Sibyl B. Mills, who on oath says that he/she is Publisher, Bus- iness Manager of The News Tribune, a daily newspaper published at Fort Pierce in St. Lucie County, Florida; that the attached copy of advertisement, being a Notice - Rezoning in the matter of Public hearings on Pet. of L. M. Feaster & Earl V. Ebner in the was published in said newspaper in the issues of 6/6~66 Court, Affiant further says that the said News Tribun, e is a newspaper published at Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has been entered as secortd class mail matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a period of eno year next preceding the first pub- lieation of the attached copy of advertisement; and affiant fi~rther says that he has neither paid n, or promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, eom- mission or, refund for the purpose .of ~ur~hi~,dvertisement for publication in the said n:ewsp~aper. Sworr~ l~o and- SubSCribed before me 6th.~ day Of June / MINUTES - ST LUCIE COUNTY PLANNING & ZONING C ~MMISSION A regular meeting of the St. Lucie CoUnty Planning and Z ~ning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, July 28, 1966 in the Commission ~eeting Room in the Courthouse, Fort Pierce, Florida, with the following present: !arry Jennings, C. H. Combs, A. B. Jackson, Charles Peckelis, J. V~ Waldron, Richard ~tebbins, John Lester, E. J, Tokes, Zoning Director, Ralph~Wilson, County Attorney, Miriam Diem, Secretary. Chairman, C. H. Combs, presided. Proof of Publication was presented showing that the publ .c hearings to be held at this time have been duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Dewey Herndon for a change in zoning classif ~cation, from R-lC and B-1 (one-family residential and limited business) to R .2 (duplex) for the following described property: Lots 5 thru 9, Oleander Park S/D, as recorded in ~lat Book 9, page 76, public records of St. Lucie Coun ~y, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent to ~djacent property owners, by first class mail, as follows: Harold C. Thilk George S~herrer Robert Conklin Henry C. Sytsma Arthur B. Cronk A. B. Jackson John C. Scott Gilbert Pipes Ole B. Johnsen Walter D. Palmer Howard P. French John V. Young 13870 Common Road, Warren Michigan 4050 Oleander Ave., Fort ~ierce 4102 Oleander Ave., Fort ~ierce 303 Fairview, Kalamazoo, iich 417 Chemung St., Waverly, N.Yo 312 So. 4th St., Fort Pi~ 3ce 2205 S. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce 4101 Oleander Ave., Fort ~ierce 4111 Oleander Ave., Fort ?ierce 4119 Oleander Ave., Fort ~ierce 3226 Allamanda St., Coco~ ~t Grove, Miami 32 4004 Oleander Ave., Fort ~ierce Mr. Herndon was present at the hearing. He proposes t¢ construct duplex apartments on the five lots for which he asks rezoning, making ~our lots from the five so that he will have the required 75 ft. frontage. A Mr. Perry who purchased the Howard French property (M~ ~ French is listed as an adjacent property owner) which lies within 300 ft. of pe~ ~tioner's property, inquired if the requested rezo~ing would apply to his land. ~ ~en he was advised that it would not, he stated he had no objection to the rezonir ~ being granted. No opposition to the petition was received. In executive session following the public hearings, it ~ ~s: moved by Mr. Stebbins, seconded by Mr. Lester that the petition be granted, ~ince an area of duplex structures would be in keeping with the31_timited busi~ ~s!s zoning to the South and West and residential zoning to the East, North and W~ ~t and no objection to the proposed rezoning was made by residents of the area. ~y show-of-hands vote the Commission recommended to the Board of County CommissJ ~ners that the petition be gaanted, the vote being unanimous. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Edwin S. Keim for a change in zoning classi~ ~cation, from B-3 ~a~e~iaT-~b~iness) to B-4 (general business), for the followi~ ~ described property: From NE corner of S½ of NE~ of NW~, run West 429 ft. to ~est right- of-way of U. S. ~1 for POB, th Sly on right-of-way 365 ~ t. to inter- section of SR ~4, th NWly on right-of-way 510 ft. to po~t Westof POB, th East ~30 ft. to POB, Section 17-34-40, St. Luci~ County, Florida. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by adjacent property owners, as follows: irst class mail to Argerios Costopoulous Juliz M. Lopez Barbara K. Houston John Tozour Jacob H. Zipp 2406 Tamarind Dr., Fort Pierce 1007 Mayflower Rd., Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 178, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 335, Fort Pierce 133-47 Refferts Blvd., S. Ozone Park, N.Y. Petitioner was present at the hearing, stating he requests B-4 zoning for this property so that the dog kennel he is operating there will conform with the zoning classification. He identified the property as being six miles North ~of Fort Pierce and one mile South of the Indian River County line. He further stated he has been at this location for 26 months, operating the kennel and until recently was not aware he was violating the county's Comprehensive Zoning Resolution. Mr. Keim advised he has made application for a $15,000 loan from the Community Action Organization with which to build a modern kennel. Mr. Robert Blahute spoke in support of Mr. Keim's petition, stating he lives directly North of the Keims; in fact, he purchased his property from them. He has no objection to the petition being granted since the dogs do not bother him. Later, another adjacent property owner referred to this statement and agreed that probably the dogs in the kennel do not both Mr. Blahute because his hou~ is air- conditioned and the closed windows and doors tend to lessen , or shut out comp]stely, the noise from the Kennel. Mr. Blahute then confirmed that he has air conditioned his house, that the dogs do bark, but he objected to running anyone out of business. Mr. and Mrs. John Tozour opposed the petition. Their home is less than 300 ft. from the kennel and they declared that the noise of the dogs is unbearable; that it goes on 12 - 15 hours each day. The Tozours built their house and moved into it before the Keims purchased their property. Mr. Keim stated he has done everything possible to decrease any noise the dogs make; after the Tozours complained to him about a year ago, he tried to cooperate by installing windows and a fence, and closing the dogs in at night. Mr. Argerios Costopoulos, an adjacent property owners, stated the dogs do bark and make a great deal of noise and that he h~s been unable %oosell or rent the house on his property because of the dogs. Mr. Keim respondedby saying the last occupant of Mr. Costopoulos' house did not move because of the dogs. Mrs. Keim agreed that the dogs do bark at feeding time or when they want to be let out; however, they do not bark at night. She referred to the fine reputation they have earned because they keep the kennel spotless and take good care of the dogs. In reply to a question Mr. Keim confirmed they are usually taking care of 15-20 dogs, although sometimes they have as few as five boarding dogs. In addition, he breeds dogs of his own. Mr. Tokes reported that this situation came to his attention about a year ago, when he reported it . An investigation was made and it was determined Mr. Keim had dogs on the property but his activity did not meet the definition of a kennel in the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution, i.e., the keeping of four dogs, four months of age, or older. At that time it could have been described as a borderline hobby. However, since then the operation has grown steadily and when it again came to the attention of the Zoning office, Mr. Keim was-advised the kennel was non-conforming and would have to be abolished unless he could secure zoning classification in which a kennel is permitted. Two letters were read, as follows: July 28, 1966 St. Lucie County ~Dning Board Fort Pierce, Florida · Gentlemen: In reference to the rezoning request of Mr. Ed Kein I would like to emphasize that there is now in this county a shortage of kennel space for boarding pets. Yours very truly, James O. Briggs, D.V.M. July 28, 1966 (continued) July 26, ~ 966 Board of County Commission P. O. Box 700 F~Et Pierce, Fla. To the Commissioners: We are against changing the zoning classification from B-3 to B-4. We feel that this change would be degrading to all the property in this vicinity.-instead of upgrading. Yours very truly, s/ Barbara Kline Houston s/ Joseph A. Houston In executive session following the public hearing, the .findings of the hearing were considered carefully and it was noted that this is probably a needed service, since this is the only kennel in St. Lucie County, although there are one or two in Fort Pierce. It was moved-by Mr. Lester, seconded by Mr. W~d~on, that it be recommended to the Board of_ County Commissioners that the petition be denied since, although the need for this service is recognized,t~e kennel is j too close to residential property, it can be classed as a nuisance, and petitioner appears to have been aware that he was enlarging a non-conforming use. ~ y show-of-hands vote the result was as follows: Ayes - Lester, Stebbins, Wald~on, Jennings and Combs. Nayes-. Jackson and Peckelis. PETITION OF W. D. WHITE The findings of the public hearing held on this ~etition June 23, 1966 were~ reviewed by the Commission. It was moved by Mr.~. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Lest er that recommendation be made to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be denied, because this would be a matter of spot zoning in a wholly residential r eighborhood· By a show-of0hands vote the motion carried unanimously. PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING RESOLUTION REGULATION OF CAMP SITES A rough draft of the proposed amendment was revi~.wed by all members of the Commission Present, Richard Starr, Regional Engineer, F2orida State Board of Health, ~m. Richards, Sanitarian, St. Lucie County Health D~partment, members of the Campezs Club, and John Harris, interested citizen· A final draft of the proposed amendment was agreed upon as follows, a public hearing to be held on same on August 25, 1966: (a) Amend the District Regulations for A-1 (Agricultm~e) districts to allow camping grounds as a permissible use by Special Exceptio~ of the Board of Adjustment of said county after public hearing and subject to ~ppropriate conditions and safeguards. (b) Add a new section to be designated as Section 13~_ Camping Grounds to read as follows: 1 ~he site proposed for a camping ground shall ~ ontain not less than five (~) acres and not more than fifteen(15) camp sites per care shall be permitted. 2. Ail weather roads (shell, marl, rock or hard surface) shall be provided and maintained. Two-way roads shall have ~ minimum width of twenty (20) feet and one-way roads ten (10) feet. ~dequate radii must be provided at all turns. 3. A ~uffer zone at least twenty(20) feet in wi~th shall be provided, the nature of which shall be determined by t~e Board of Adjustment. July 28, 1966 (continued) campers. be provided 4. No structures of a permanent natur~ shall.be erected by of self-cont&~ned trailers shall 5. Facilities for emptying tanks at all camping grounds. 6. sAil camping grounds shall meet the requirements of Cha~ter 170C-32 of the Florida Sanitary Code and such other regulations as may be adopted by the~State Board of Health pertaining to camping grounds. 7. Applicant shall provide a site plan approved by the State of Health when applying to the Board of Adjustment for Special Excep- Board tion. MINUTES Upon motion by Mr. Waldron, seconded by Mr. Peckelis, the minutes 1966 were unanimously approved. Business being concluded, the meeting was declared adjourned. of June 23, THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Dai~y and Sunday -- Except Saturday Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF ST. LUCIE: Before the undersigned authori%y personally appeared Marion T. Ayers, Sibyl B. Mills, who on oath says that he/she is Publisher, Bus- iness Manager of The News Tribune, a daily newspaper published at Fort Pierce in St. Lucie County, Florida; that the attached copy of Notice in the matter of advertisement, being a Rezoning: Pet. Dewey Herndon and Edwin S. Keim in the was published in said newspaper in the issues of Court, 7/12/66 Affiant further says that the said News Tribu~e is a newspaper published at Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has been entered as seconal class mail matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a pemod of .one year next preceding the first pub- lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affiant further says that he has neither paid ~or promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, com- mission or refund for the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the said newspaper. Sworn to and subscribedbefore me th~-s ~__~3th' day of July (SEAL) MINUTES - PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A regular meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, August 25, 1966 in the Commissior Meeting Room in the hCourthouse at Fort Pierce, Florida, with the following present: Philip ~ates, C. H. Combs, John Lester, A. B. Jackson, Charles Peckelis, Don Horton, J. JV. Waldron, Harry Jennings, E. J. Tokes, Zoning Director, Ralph B. Wilson, £ounty Attorney, and Miriam I~m, Secretary. Chairman Coombs presided. Proof of Publicatiun was presented showing that the pu~ tic hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Ben Potter, et al (William F. Boyd, Wayne Smith and Linnaeas E. Kellogg) for a change in zoning classification from R-lC (residential) to B-4 (general business), for the following described property: Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 18, 19 and ~0, Trade Winds S/D, as recorded in Plat Book 9, page 42, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Wm. F. Boyd Sa lly Ashley Arthur W. Samms Gladys Waldron Curtis J. Ward George B. Creel William D. Hanson Joseph G. Miller Donald Rollins Fred N. Zullo, Jr. Wayne Smith Linnaeas E. Kellogg Harry T. Lucas Mina M. Van Tifflin June E. McCrory Henry Rose, Jr. Richard W. Starr, Jr. Joseph Schneider Bjarne H. Petersen W. G. Negedly Moses J. Robert Kenneth Cawley Beverly C. Louer W. W. Arnold Canada Dry Bottling Co. Kent Enterprises, Inc. A1 C. Gordy P. Oo Box 804, Fort tierce 3512 Metzger Rd., Folt Pierce 3510 Metzger Rd., Fo~t Pierce 3508 Metzger Rd., Fo]t Pierce 3506 Metzger Rd., Fot t Pierce 3504 Metzger Rd., Fo]t Pierce 3501=Metzger Rd., Fo~t Pierce Rt. 3, Box 654, Fort Pierce Rt. 2 , Hamilton, N.5. 54 Hagaman St., ~ort Reading, N.J. 3515 Avenue F, Fort ]~ierce 606 N. 36th St., For~ Pierce 118 W. 8th St., Aspi~.wall, Pittsburgh 18, Pa. 3517 Avenue G, Fort Iierce 703 E1 Rancho Dr., F(,rt Pierce 2902 Delaware Ave., ]~ort Pierce 131 No. 4th St., For~ Pierce 3508 Avenue F, Fort ] ierce 3534 Avenue F, Fort ]ierce 24 Lamont Ave., Anna~.dale, L.I., N.Y. 38 Bright St., New H~ ven, Conn. 19 Perkins St., New ~aven, Conn. 3518 Avenue F, Fort ]'ierce P. O. Box 880, Fort ]ierce P. O. Box 2000, Jack~onville 5531 Philips Hwy., J~ cksonville P 0 Box 776, Fort Pi~rce Mr. Potter was present at the hearing, stating he and ~e others who have joined with him in this petition have asked for rezoning in ord~r to gain conformity for existing uses in the property described. A low-bed semi-t:~actor trailer is parked regularly on one lot and a TV repair service is located ,~n another lot. ~hese activities are not permitted in a residential area. Mr. Linnaeas E. Kellogg, co-petitioner, observed that ~%uch of the surrounding area is already zoned B-4 (business) with business activity, lie has his home here and has no objection to the trailer being parked as it is, the '~ repair service or any other business. No one opposed the petition being granted. In Executive session following the public hearing, it ,.~as noted that Mr. Potter uses the trailer in his business (salvage of junk). H~e has an investment of $25,000 in this vehicle and wants to park it near his home i:~ order to protect it from vandals. It was moved by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Lester, ~at since general business zoning is the trent in this area and no one objected t~ the petition, that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners tha~ the petition be granted. The motion carried unanimously by a show-of-hands vo~e. August 25, 1966 (continued) PUBLIC H~RING. Petition of Russell K. Burd for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family residential) to A-1 (agriculture), for the following described property: E½ of SE~ of SE¼ - less No. ~0'~ft. and less East 40 ft. of North 540 ft. and E 46 ft. of South 783 ft. and less Cnal r/w - Section 13, Township 35 South, Range 39 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Gertrude L. Nobles John Walter Hebb, Sr. Bernie Walshon Stanley H. Krueger Mrs. I. Co Burd L. D. Quarles Sidney M. Banack, Jr. Teresa D. Whitice Thos. H. Yagerlener Mitchell J. Chesser Andrew J. Baumker Martin $. Baumker Bon Chance G~oves, Inc. Anthony P. Wojeski 103 N. 22nd St., Fort Pierce Rt, 4, Box 562, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 564, Fort Pierce 2408 OS. 10th St., Fort Pierce 1004 Colonial Rd., Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 580, Fort Pierce 1642 20th St., Vero Beach Rt. 4, Box 581, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 585-A, Fort Pierce 2500 Orange Ave., Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 574, Fort Pierce 3712 Orange Ave., Fort Pierce P. O. Box 281, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 576, Fort Pierce Mr. Burd was present ~at the hearing. He is asking for A-1 zoning because he has had a grove on this land for 20 years and needs correct zoning so that he will be able to do things necessary for proper maintenance. No objection to the petition being granted was received. In executive session following the public hearing it was moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Lester, that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that this petition be granted, so that petitioner may maintain his grove adequately. The motion carried unanimously by a show-of-hands vote. PUBLIC HEARING A public hearing was held on the following resolution: RESOLUTION WHEREAS, outdoor camping has become a major form of recreation since the adoption of the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution for St. Lucie County, and the Planning and Zoning Commission of said County feels that in order to promote such recreation reasonable regulations governing camping grounds should be included in said Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning and Zoning Commission of St. Lucie County in meeting assembled this 28th day of July, 1966, that a public hearing shall be held on the 25th day of August, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. in the County Commission meeting room in the Courthouse at Fort Pierce, Florida, on the ~ollowing proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution of St. Lucie County: (a) Amend the District Regulations for A-1 (Agriculture) district to allow camping grounds as a permissible use by Special Exception of the Board of Adjustment of said county after public hearing and subject to appropriate conditions and safeguards. (b) Add a new section to be designated as Section 13-A Camping Grounds to read as follows: 1. The site proposed for a camping ground shall contain not less than five (5) acres and not more than fifteen (15) camp sites per acre shall be permitted. 2. Ail weather roads (shell, marl, rock or hard surface) shall be provided and maintained. Two-way roads shall have a minimum width of twenty (20) feet and one-way roads ten (10) feet. Adequate radii must be provided at all turns. 3. A buffer zone at least twenty (20) feet in width shall be provided, the nature of which shall be determined by the Board of Adjustment. August 25, 1966 (continued) 4. No structures of a permanent nature shall be ere( ted by campers. 5. Facilities for emptying tanks of setf-cont~ned trailers shall be provided at all camping grounds. 6. Ail camping grounds shall meet the requirements ¢ f Chapter 170C-32 of the Florida Sanitary Code and such other regulations as n ay be adopted by the State Board of Heal,th pertaining to camping grounds. 7. Applicant shall provide a site plan approved by the Sta~e Board of Health when applying~to the Board of Adjustment for Special Exception. Chairman C. H. Combs excused himself and left the meeting. Don Horton presided. Vice-Chairman In executive session following the public hearing, it was moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Jacksoh that since no one has objected to the proposed regulations for camp sites, and said regulations h~e met with approval of the local Campers Club, they be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners for approval. PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING RESOLUTION MOBILE HOMES In a regular meeting on August 9, 1966, by motion, ~ e Board of County Commissioners requested the Planning and Zoning Commission to re-evaluate the provision in the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution covering ~ e amortization of mobile homes in residential areas (Sec. 13, para. 3, Non-ccnforming Mobile Homes). In compliance to this request, the matter was included on the agenda for this date. Interested individuals became aware that the s~ bject would be dis- cussed at this time and appeared before the '~omm~ssion to p~ esent their views, as follows: Atty. Rupert J..Smith, representing Mrs. Robelino an~ Mrs. Eaton, stated his clients, and others, have been living in mobile homes o~ which they have been granted homestead exemption. Held that since the mob~ le homes are fixed to a firm f~undation, are no longer moveable and that First Federal Savings & Loan of Vero Beach has carried a mortgage on such a structu] e, it should not come under the provisions of the Zoning Resolution under d~ cussion. Also objected to the ruling being retroactive. Mrs.- Mable Hansen. Has had trailer on lot since 1~37. First used by her parents during'winters. Now a guest house. Admitted she was aware property was not zoned for trailers but had received no not, ce of the amortization period. L. A. O'Laughlin represented Mr. and Mrs. Tilton Sto~ e. He referred to an opinion on mobile homes issued by the Attorney General i~ 1963, and the relation, of homestead exemption to certain mobile homes. ~ tated he felt the county would have to dete~ine what is a mobile home befOre invoking the law. Mr. Millard T. McBride, 339 Southland Dr. Stated h~ non-conforming use form sometime ago, which appears to be o~ him. When he placed the trailer on his property in 1958 h~ stay, and it is now a permanent dwelling. had signed a no protection to put it there to E. E. Green. Identified himself as owner and opera~.or of a mobile home park. Urged that every consideration be given in thi~ matter, so that no undue hardship results to the elderly, retired people wh~ occupy many of the mobile homes in question. Mr. Retzen, Rt. 2, Box 16. Stated his trailer has been placed in its present location in 1958 and he is receiving homeste~d exemption on it. In executive session the Planning and Zoning Commiss ~on reviewed the statements made by, and in behalf of, mobile home owners, a]~d received further information from Zoning Director Tokes. It was moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Gates, that the Board of County Commissioners be encouraged to enforce the law perta ~ning to all mobile homes and buses used as mobile homes that do not conform to a living use by the occupant, ~und that the others be referred to the Board ~f Adjustment to establish hardship. After discussion, Mr. Jennings withdr,~w his motion and Mr. Gates his second. It appears the immediate problem affects approximately 70 mobile homes; and accurate count was not available. It was estimated approximately 20 - 25 per cent of these are occupied by their owners, by the owner's parents or children, as permanent residences. In almost all of these 20 - 25, the people concerned are elderly, retired and on limited incomes, and the mobile homes have been in their present locations since before zoning became effective. It was moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded ~y Mr. Gates, that we recommend to the Board of County Commissionems that the amortization period no longer apply to mobile homes used as residences by the owner of record, parents or children thereof, if said mobile homes were in their present location before zoning, until such time as the occupancy or use changes, that all health and sanitary regulations be enforced by the Health Department, that the provisions of the Zoning Resolution as applied to all other mobile homes be enforced. The motion carried, with five Commission members voting in favor of the motion and one abstaining. Report to the Board of County Commissioners was made, as follows: "It appears the immediate problem affects approximately ~0 mobile homes. An accurate count was not available, but it was estimated that approximately 20 - 25 of these are occupied by their ownems, or by the owners' parents or children, as permanent residences. In practically all of theee 20 - 25, the people concerned are elderly, retired and on limited incomes, and the mobile homes have been in their present locations since before zoning became effective. In order to avoid causing these people undue hardship, the Planning and Zoning Commission proposes an amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution which would permit the continued use of theee mobile homes until such time as they are abandoned by their present occupants, for any reason. At that time Para. 3, Section 13 of the Zoning Resolution should be invoked. "For the remainder of the 70, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends that Para. 3, Section 13, Zoning Resolution, should apply immediately. This would cover the following: Instances where new mobile homes have been installed since zoning became effective. 2. Instances where the mobile home is rented. Instances where the mobile home is used as a convenience for visiting friends and relatives. 4. Instances where the mobile home is used for storage. O~ buses which have served as mobile homes. could be taken care of as junk). (Some of these "The formal motion adopted by the Planning and Zoning Commission is as follows: We recommend to the Board of County Commissioners that the amortization period no longer apply to mobile homes used as residences by the owner of record, parents or children thereof, if said mobile homes were in their present location before zoning, until such time as the occupancy or use changes, that all health and sanitary regulations be enforced by the Health Department, that ~he provisions of the Zoning Resolution as applied to all other mobile homes be enforced." MINUTES Upon motion by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Waldron, the minutes of July 28, were unanimously approved as mailed. Business being concluded, the meeting adjourned. THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday -- Except Saturday Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF ST. LUCIE: Before the undersigned authority personally appeared Ma~on T. .Ayers, Sibyl B. Mills, who on oath says that he/she is Publisher, Bus- mess Manager of The News Tribune, a daily newspaper published at Fort Pierce in St. Lucie County, Florida; that the attached copy of advertisement, being a Notice in the matter of change in zoning classification - Ben Potter, et al in the was published in said newspaper in the issues of 8/8/66 Coulq;, Affiant further says that the said News Tribu~e is a newspaper published at Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has been entered as secon'd class mail matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a per]od of one year next preceding the first pub- lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affiant further says that he has neither paid For promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, com- mission or refand mr the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the said news~paper.-, ~ , SWorn to .and sUbscribe~L before me thrU' Zl%h'.~ -day'~' August / ' A. _ D, ~6- (SEAL)J.- MY C0~MISsION 'EXfl DEC 13, 1967 in the Court, was published in said newspaper in the issues of 8/8/66 Affiant further says that the said News Tribu~e is a newspaper published at Fort Pierce, in said St. Lude County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has been entered as secon'd class mail matter at the post office in Fort ~ Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a period of one year next preceding the first pub- lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affian~ further says that he has neither paid n~r promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, com- mission or refund' for the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the said newspaper~ Sworn t~. find su:bscribed,before me tn{s.:~ --, Qay ox := , / 111 ~_ i / NQTAgY PIJgLIC STATE, o~IrL~)RiOA at LA GE MY cOMMiSSiOI~I~, .~P!EXPiR~ DEC. 13, ]967 - Affiant further says that the said News Tribu~e is a newspaper published at Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has been entered as secon'd class mail matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. Lueie County, Florida, for a period of one year next preceding the first pub- lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affia~ further says that he has neither paid n~r promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, com- mission or refund for the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the said newspaper. Sworn to and subscribed before me //---~ ~-~ _(SEAL) /': -(~ Notary Public N(ITAI~¥ PfJBtlC STATE, df FLORIDA et LARGE MY OOMMI$SiON EXPIJ~S DEC. 13, I961 MINU~ES - S~. LUCIE COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A regular 'meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. On Thursday, September 29, 1966 in Room 203, Courthouse,at Fort Pierce, Florida, with the following present: Philip Gates, Richard Stebbins, C. H. Combs, Harry Jennings, J. V. Waldron, Charles Peckelis, A. B. Jackson, E.J. Tokes, Zoning Director, John Brennan, Attorney, substituting for Ralph Wilson,County Attorney, and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Chairman' Combs presided. Proof of Publication was presented showing the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Robert Lloyd for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (residential) to B-4~ (general business) for the following described property: The East 100 ft. of: From intersection of West r/w of Ditch ~3 and East r/w of Angle Road, run NWly 630.79 ft. for POB, th NWly on said r/w 212.7 ft., NEly at right angle to said road 300 ft., th SEly 412.7 ft., th SWly at right angle to said r/w 140 ft., NWly 200 ft., SWly at right angle to said r/w 160 fto to POB, Section 6, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Glen A. Snow Leon J. Rouse Stanley I. Dural Roy J. Breymeier Eula I. Cooper Hugh E. Bowen Conan Halpern, et al Rose Provenzano Joseph Chason G. G. Sloan Sam Telis, et al Sam J. Kellner Leonard Kagel Sam Giuliano William Hughes Mary M. Mulvey Herbert E. Montgomery, Sr. 4310 Avenue J, Fort Pierce 1109 Angle Rd, Fort Pierce 1009 Angle Rd., Fort Pierce 1007 Angle Rd., Fort Pierce 4311 Avenue J, Fort Pierce 912 Angle Rd., Fort Pierce 1212 SW 1st Ave., Ft. Lauderdale 23211 Bassett St., Canoga Park, Calif. 911 So. 13th St., Ft. Pierce P. O. Box 1325, Ft. Pierce 1131 Ridgeside Dr., Monterey =Calif. 15~17 Herzog P1, Hicksvi!le, L.I.,N.Y. 1172 Anderson Ave., Bronx, N.Y. P. O. Box 1146, Fort Pierce 3041 Cruger Ave., Bronx, N.Y. 11926 83rd Ave., N. Largo, Florida P. O. Box 604, Lanark Village, Florida Mr. Lloyd was present at the hearing, stating he is requesting B-4 zoning for the land described herein so that he will be permitted to expand the citrus business in which he is engaged to this portion of his property. That portion of his property which abuts Angle Road is already zoned B-4 and his business is located here. It was noted there is B-4 zoning to the South., North and West and that B-4 classification seems to be the gmneral trend in this area. No one appeared at the hearing to oppose the requested rezoning, nor was objection received from any other source. In Executive Session following the public hearing, it was moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Waldron that recommendation be made to the Board of County Commissioners that this petition be granted, since it is merely an extension of B-4 zoning. By a show-of-hands vote the motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Lillian A. Hubbard, et al, for a change in zoning classification, from R-1A~ (one family residential) to R-3 (multiple dwelling), for the following described property: All of Block 3, Harris S/D, less Lots 2, 3, 8 through 12, and the North 45 ft. of Lots 13 and 14, as recorded in Plat Book 3, pag~ 5, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida (So. Indian River Drive). September 29, 1966 (continued) Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent b~ first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Lief Hansen Harold A. Hicks Henry J. SHmbrock Pearl Gilbert Fred C. Vanselow John S. Jorgensen Ruth jDombeck Eleanor E. Tiller Myrtle Glads tone Carl L. Early George E. Thomkins Ludvig Hansen Mabel Hansen 119 Grove St., Waldwick, N.J. 10907 So. Indian River Ir., Fort Pierce 10909 So. Indian River Ir., Fort Pierce 106 Ohio St., Fort Pierce 108 Ohio St., Fort Pierce 11001 So. Indian River Ir., Fort Pierce 116 Brooklyn Ave., Broo~lyn, N.Y. P. O. Box 3523, Fort Pierce 204 Harris St., Fort Pierce 11011 Ridge Ave., Fort tierce 116 SE 29th St., Boyntor Beach, Fla 11001 Ridge Ave., Fort tierce 11001 Ridge Ave., Fort ~ierce Mrs. Hubbard was joined in this petition by Grace M. }arisen, Arthur N. Johnson, Ida L. Weeden, Rudolph Bergh, Harry Petersen and Ruth Briner. Mrs. Hubbard was present at the hearing. She stated and a duplex presently on the property. She wants to add to plans to make this her home. Mr. Tokes, zoning director, advJ because of having more than one dwelling on it and one of them non-conforming in an R-1AA District. The regulations do not ~ to non-conforming properties. is a house lex and then that the property, .ex, is now additions Mr Tokes also noted that the people who have joined Mas. Hubbard in the petition are owners of lots which do not meet size requirement~ under R-1AA. Lots in an R-3 category would require less square footage. Mr. T~ es noted, further, that the property West of Ridge Ave. is zoned for motels. Mr Chas. Moehle stated that Mrs. Hubbard's duplex doe~ not meet set-back requirements. Mr. Tokes advised that the addition Mrs. Hubbaa d wants to put on the duplex would have to comply with current setbacks. Mrs. Ruth Freeman, a resident of Indian River Drive b~t not an owner of adjacent property, identified herself as a .member of the st~ of the Indian River Drive Association. She objected to any ct Indian River pf~ive on the basis that it would be spot zoning; granted would lead to requests for many changes. Further, th~ most part of the Drive is zoned for multiple dwellings. She for ~h~ch rezoning is requested, saying they were laid out and c~n~ be~ ~sed as originally intended. committee in zoning for one change ;outhern · red to the lots zoning Mr. Henry J. Hambrock supported Mrs. Freeman's object2on. He asked for a definition of R-3 zoning, and the provisions of this cla~isification were read by Mr. Tokes. Mr. Fred Vanselow expressed opposition to the petitio~ because he fears an apartment house being constructed. - Mrs. Freeman stated that if this property is zoned R-2, anyone who wished to purchase a number of the lots could establish a mobile home park in this classification. She added that as a real estate broker st e has been dealing in Drive property for years and she feels a responsibility for it. Mr. W. B. Tilton, Realtor of Jensen Beach and Stuart, said he represents Mrs. Myrtle Gladstone and Mrs. Eleanor E. Tiller who own prope~ ty mn the West side of Ridge Avenue. He and his clients are interested in a use 'or the land which will be beneficial for everyone. Engineers have tried to plan a! Subdivision of the Tiller land which is zoned R-1AA, but find it financially ~nfeasible in this zoning category. This parcel is not included in this petitior but if it had B-3 zoning something could be done with it. Mr. Tilton suppor~ request for rezoning because, in his .opinion, this would be the best use f~ property. Mr. Everett Diggs expressed support for the petition. Mr. Rudolph Bergh, a co-petitioner, urged the petitior be granted. Mrs. Hubbard presented letter supporting her request Jrom the following: Helen & Everett Diggs C. J. & Helen A. Hartwein E. C. Collins Victor Larson Ethel G. Young Lyle & Esther Hubbard 4803 So. Indian River D~ ive 4203 So. Indian River Da ive 2815 So. Indian River D~ ive 4525 So. Indian River Da ive 5803 So. Indian River D~ ive 7207 So. Indian River Da ive In executive session following the public hearing the findings of the public hearing were considered. September 29, 1966 (continued) It was moved by Mr. Jackson that the Commission recommend approval of the petition. MotiDn lost for lack of a second. It was moved by Mr. Jackson that the Commission recommend denial of the petition. It was moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Peckelis, that further consideration of the Hubbard petition be tabled until the next regular meeting of the Commission. By a show-~f-hands vote the motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie County, Florida, requested the Planning and Zoning Commission of said County to re-evaluate the provisions of the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution covering the amortization of mobile homes in residentially zoned areas, and WHEREAS, said Planning and Zoning Commission after considerable study and investigation has determined that the enforcement of said provisions as now written would, cause undue hardship to numerous persons many of Whom are elderly, retired and on a very limited income. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning and Zoning Commission of St. Lucie Countyoin meeting assembled that a public hearing will be held on the 29th day of September, 1966 at 7:30 P.M. in the County Commission meeting room in the CourthoUse at Fort Pierce, Florida, on the following proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution of St. Lucie County: , (a) Amend Paragraph 3 of Section 13 of said Zoning Resolution by adding the following: Notwithstanding the provisions of this paragraph, any non-conforming mobile home located in a residentially zoned district which was occupied on September 1, 1966 by the owner or owners of the land on which it is located as his, her or their permanent residence or was occupied on said date by the parents or children of such owner or owners as their permanent residence may remain thereon as long as said occupants continue to make it their permanent residence. In order to avail themselves of this privilege, the owners of the properties on which such mobile homes are located shall within thiity (3~) days from the date of the adoption of this amendment file with the Zoning Department of St. Lucie County an affidavit containing the description of the land in question, a description of the mobile home located thereon and the names and relationship of the person or persons occupying such mobile homes on September 1, 1966. Such mobile homes shall be removed from the land on which they are located within sixty (60) days from the date on which they cease to be the permanent residence of the person or persons occupying said trailers on September 1, 1966. Attorney Rupert Smith identified himself as representing several owners of~ trailers which would be effected by the resolution, and stated that he thinks most people whO 'own trailers are pleased with the action to amend the zoning resolution as proposed, although some do not feel that it goes far enough. That (1) in instances where people have made substantial improvements to t~eir trailer, putting it on a foundation, adding a patio, etc., they could not sell the property for future occupancy because it is considered to be a mobile home and (2) that where permanent improvements have been made and the trailer affixed to a foundation, exceptions should be made, the owner should be permitted to resell, otherwise the value of the property will be destroyed. Mr. Smith commented that maybe the whole thing comes down to defining "what is a mobile home", if necessary the definition should be changed so that the proposed amendment wo~ld only those mobile homes which are truly trailers which can be hitched onto a ~ehicle and moved. Attorney Charles Stone stated he represents some mobile home owners and that his thinking concurs with that of Attorney Rupert Smith. That, in his opinion, it will have to be established when a trailer is no longer a trailer; that there are hundreds of trailers no longer mobile, and that when a mobile home is taxed as real property, either occupied by the owner or rented, it is no longer a trailer. Mr. Stone described a mobile unit with improvements which make it completely permanent and that he believed in this instance?.itcco~d~o longer be described as a mobile unit.Mr. Stone admitted there are units which are not attractive but pointed out there · are many houses which are not attractive. Cautioned that it is necessary to be sure zoning does not deprive people of their ~o"h*~ JSeptem]~er 29, 1966 (continued) L. A. O'Laughlin , attorney, was present to represent se~era! mobile home owners. He asked if the mobile homes on which homestead exemptJ!on has been granted are to be considered mobile homes. Many mobile homes have ~granted homestead and are paying ad valorum tax on that basis. Mr. O'Laughlin ~ld that if the zoning resolution is to be amended, there should be a clearly defined t~olicy~ as to what is and what is not a mobile home. Mr. Tokes pointed out that the 70 mobile homes to which ~ e amendment proposed. would apply are non-conforming, having been in existance of zoning Jan. 1, 1959. All of them are located in areas not permitted. Mr. O'Laughlin stated he is talking about people who have all their money into a mobile home and now can't pass it on to their chil~ sell it, etc., and when they made the investment had no way of knowing what thc was going to do. If a trailer is unsafe, substandard, it can be condemned. O'Laughlin advised it would be better if this did not come to a test case, b~ause feels a law which will do what this law would do is unconstitutiOnal. i Mr. Stone again stated he feels their should be a d ffererit, concept of a mobile home on wheels add a mobile home fixed permanently to a foundation. ine Mrs.Joseph; Bass, 604 Midway Rd. stated his trailer was pu~ chased in 1949. It is on a lot 245 ft. x 670 ft. with other taailers, one of th~m having been there for 15 years. Earns a living by having these trailers on h~ ~ if this livelihood is taken away from h~m ~e feels sure she will not be ~ ted to adopt the child~he has taken~into h~ home, whichshe wants very much~ Mr$.Bass pays taxes on some of h~m trailers and has been granted homeste; exemption on the trailer ~.e li~- ........................ Mrs. Re in 1958. Sh is dependent should she be Mr. Kni located at t~ Mr. Tokes ad~ is located in In exec reviewed the apply, said John not be unc¢ that it is Resolution wheels or ] Plan] proposed a~ hardship si amendment should be It w be made to the Compre By a show- MI NUTES Upon August 25, Bust THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published D ily and Sunday Except Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, $£P STATE OF FLORIDA ST.~ [~' C~' ~t COUNTY OF ST. LUClE: Before the undersigned authority personally a .Ayers, Sibyl B. Mills, who on oath says that he/she is ~ness Manager of The News Tribune, a daily newspaper pu Fort Pierce in St. Lucie County, Florida; that the attached copy advertisement, being a .... Notice in the matte~ Zoning ~esolution covering the amortization of mobile ho~ in residentially zoned ar~anSthe was published in said newspaper/n the issues of 9/12/66 Col Affiant further says that the said News Tribun~ is a newspaper published at ] Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has hereto~ been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Ftorida, each day except Satur and has been entered as second class mail matter at the post office in Fort Pie~ in said St. Lueie County, Florida, for a period of eno year next preceding the first ~ lication of tim attached copy of advertisement; and affian~ further saYs that he neither paid nor ~romised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, c~ mission-~rrefund~ for t~e~ purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in said ~ewspap~er. - ~ :: Sworn to and subseribe~c~ h?ore me ~/~ ( ) ~ Notar PubUc "~TA~ PUSU~ STAT~ o~ FtO~IOA MY COMMISSION EXPIRES DEC. 13, ]96/.. ~, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofor~-' been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has been entered as secon, d class mail matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a period of erie year next preceding the first pub- lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affia~ further says that he has neither paid n~r promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, com- mission or refund ~r 'the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the said newspapen ~ . Sworn '~b *and subscrlbe~d~h~fore me this . 7th. day of ~ S~ept. MY COMMISSION EXPIRES DEC. 13, ]967 at of of rt, ~re ay ;es as ~e MINUTES - ST LUCIE COUNTY PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION A regular meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, October 2~, 1966, in the Commission Meeting Room in the Courthouse, at Fort Pierce, Florida, with the following members present: C. H. Combs, Harry Jennings, Richard Stebbins, J. V. Waldron, John Lester and A. B. Jackson. Also, E. J. Tokes, Zoning'Director, Ralph B. Wilson, County Attorney and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Mr. Combs, chairman, presided. Proof of Publication was presented, showing that the public hearing to be held at this time was duly .advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Arn°lda~lAi~m-~li~t~'b~{n~s~ange in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family residential) /to B-4 (commercial), for the following described property: Lots 1 and 2, Block 3, Seminole Park S/D, as recorded in Plat Book 10, at page 11, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida, and South 250 ft. of: Begin at NE corner of SW¼ of SW% of NW% of Section 19, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, run South 0o02'33'' East 580.14 ft. to North r/w of Okeechobee Road - th South 70o21'27" West on r/w 294.5 ft. - th North 89o39'33'' West 109.8 ft. - th North l°55'27" East 218.9 ft. - South 66o42'27" West 53.1 ft. - North 0°12'27'' ~E~st 265 ft. - North 88°47'57" East 1 ft. - th North 0°12'27'' East 210 ft. - North 88o47 '57" East 426.4 ft. to P.O.B., less Canal r/w, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Coleman D. Smith Drayton Holland James O. Smith Godwin e F. Taylor Fred Coley Maude Martin L. C. Chas. J. V. J. O. Chas. WoOlard Susan ith Wm. A. in Sr. King ooke 1 pment Co. son P. O. Box 834, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 620, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 622, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 622-X, Fort Pierce P. O. Box 133, Fort Pierce 1502 So. 27th St., Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 649, Fort Pierce 5909 Citrus Ave., Fort Pierce 222 Orange Ave., Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 622-A, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 618 Fort Pierce P. O. Box 574, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 618, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 510, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 500, Fort Pierce co-petitioner Rt. 4, Box 504, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 502, Fort Pierce P. O. Box 878, Fort Pierce 914 Delaware Ave., Fort Pierce 511 So. 4th St., Fort Pierce P. O. Box 188, Palm Beach and B-4 in Williams,and his attorney, David McCain, were present at the h~aring. s is petitioner with two co-petitioners, Mr. ~GR. (Tom) Collins and is King. Mr. King is operating a well-drilling business on his property lins operates a used car lot. McCain stated if the B-4 zoning requested is granted the used car lot ~1 drilling business will conform with the zoning classification. Further, is compatable with the general trend in this area and reference-was presently zoned B-4 opposite the property under consideration, on the of Okeechobee Road. Therefore, this petition could not be considered to be spot zoning. October 2~, 1966 (continued) No one appeared at the hearing to oppose the petition, nor was objection received from any other source. In executive session following the public hearing, it was moved by Harry Jennings that, since the petition was not opposed and commeric~l ~use is the general trend for Okeechobee Road, recommendation be made to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be approved. The motion was seconded by Mr, Jackson and, by show-of-hands vote, carried unanimously. PETITION OF LILLIAN A. HUBBARD, et al Carried over from Sept. 29, 1966 A large number of people, interested in the Hubbard petit~.on, were present at this time. Chairman Combs explained that this was not really a continuation of the public hearing on Mrs. Hubbard's petition, since the public he~ring was fin~hed on Sept. 29th but no decision had been made on that date to give the Commission additional time to give the matter consideration. Although th(~ Commission was under no obligation to open the matter for further discussion, they ~rou!d so so. Emmett Diggs stated he had already spoken in support of Mrs. Hubbard's petition, and that he still supported it. Mr. Roy C. Bragg, President of the Indian River Drive Asst,. advised that there had been a meeting of the Association earlier this evening at %~ich time the members had unanimously gone on record as opposing any down-grading of zoning on Indian River Drive. The property under consideration is about 2½ mikes North of the next lower zoning classification. Mr. Bragg stated he has better than 20 years experience on Planning Commissions and he has yet to see anything better ~an S. Indian River Drive as it is at the present time. Mrs. B. F. Reynolds, Vice-Pres. of the Indian RiverDrive Lssn. opposed the requested rezoning. plans, and house on rented as indicated commented proposes, expansion Mrs. Diggs inquired why petitioner couldn't turn the duplex.units into'a one-family residence, which Mr. ~Tokes said she could do,.. and to the present zoning. ~T~_.~re w~ THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday -- Except Saturday Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida Mr. Le Planning an Adjustment Mrs. In exe( by Mr. Stebt that the rezoning req the many obj. seconded by Jennings abs MINUTES Upon mot 1966 were una MEETING DATE Because meeting date that the Nove~ at 7:30 P.M. STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF ST. LUCIE: Fubare-d iM' ariOsner-~ T. Before the undersigned authoritypers?y[ { f? 1 ~s- Mills, who on oath says th~ ~,~ ..... m at Ayers, Sibyl B. iness Manager of The News Tribune, a daily newspaper published Fo~ Fieree in St. Lueie County, Florida; that ~e at%aehed copy of Notice in the matter of advertisement, being a Change iu Zoning Class. - ~rnold Williams, et al in the was published in said newspaper in the issues of Co,irt, Affiant further says that the said News Tribune is a newspaper published at Fort · in said St Lucre County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore Pxerce, ..~ · ' ..... ~hod in daid St Lucie County, Florida, each day except Satrrday been conl[llluollsly puuzt ...... · and has been entered as second elass mail matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. Lueie' ~ounty, Florida, for a pemod of .one year next preceding the first pub- Heat[on of the attached copy of advertisement; and affiant further says that h~~, has neither paid n~r Promised any person, firm or eorporation any discount, rebate, eom- mission~ or- refund for the purpose of s'eeuring this advertisement for publication ~a the said newspaper. Sworn to and s~ubseribed before me oo. / mis *~"'~' aay of_-- ~ / ~~/il #OT/~IY PUBLIC STATE of FLrqIII)A at ~ MY COMMIS~?oIq EXPIRES ~lOV. 2~:, Business MINUTES - PLAA~NING AND ZONING COMMISSION A meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, December 8, 1966 in the Commission Meeting Room in the Courthouse at ~ort Pierce, Florida, with the following members present: C. H. Com~bs, Philip Gates, Charles Peckelis, Harry Jennings, Richard ~tebbins, A. B. Jackson and Don Horton. Also present were: Leo LaForge, City-County Planner, Ralph B. Wilson, County Attorney, E. J. Tokes, Zoning Director and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Chairman, Co H. Combs, presided. Proof of Publication was presented showing that the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of A. Paul Yonng, et al, for a change in zoning classification, from R-4 (multiple dwelling) and R-lA (one-family dwelling) to A-1 (Agriculture) for the following described property: Section 11-37-41. Begin 236 ft. West of SE corner of Govt. Lot 4t run North 23°W 1015.7 ft., West to Indian River, Sly with river to a point 818.2 ft. ~6rth of South line Lot 5, East to point 700 ft. West of Ocean, North 23°W 540 ft. to beg., being part of Lots 3, 4 and 5, less strip 100 ft. wide for A1A r/w as in O. R. 74, Page 381, and Sections 11/12-37-41. South ~i~2 ft. of Lot 5, Section 11, and the South 817.2 ft. of Lot 1, Section 12, less strip 100 ft. wide for A1A r.w as in O. R. 74, Pg. 381, all lying and being in St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners as follows: Irving I. Katz, et al Ann L. Krohne, Tr. Philip Weiner, Tr. 276 Fifth Ave., New York, N.Y. 318-A Royal Poinciana Plaza, Palm Beach 1st National Bank Bldg., New Castle, Pa. Mr. Hazen Christ presented a development plan for the property described, which lies 1440 ft. North of the Mar~n County line on Hutchinson Island, extends from ocean to river, with 1/2 mile of ocean and river frontage, and contains approximately 100 acres. The plan was prepared by a well-known land planner, Mr. Bair, of Auburnda!e, Florida, especially for this property. A combination of.camp grounds and mobile home park is proposed, with 557 camp sites and 227 mobile home sites. In addition there will be a swimming pool, recreation hall, marina and other recreation facilities. The camping facilities, planned for the ocean side, are designed to accommodate only camping trailers, and is a facility i~ great demand by tourists and local camping enthusiasts. Beautification for each camp site will also provide privacy and a buffer zone will provide privacy from A1A. The mobile home portion of the development will be on the river and is designed with a canal system so that ever occupant will have a water front view. ~o sewage treatment plants will be constructed. ~q~gr will be purchased from Gulf Utilities of Stuart, and power is available. All utilities will be underground. An overhead pedestrian walkway will be constructed ove~ A1A when traffic and population reques it. The camping facilities will be operated on a condominium principle. Mr. Christ stated they are prepared to begin work as soon as rezoni~g can be secured and a Special Exception from the Board of Adjustment. Mr. E. C. Register, Executive Vice-Pres. of the Chamber of Commerce spoke in support of the petition, stating that the proposed development is most important to our area since camping is becoming more and more popular. He noted that every day the Chamber of Commerce daily turns people away and refers them to other counties because there are no camping facilities here. He urged that favorable consideration ~e ~n favorable consideration. There was no opposition to the petition being granted. December 8, 1966 (continued) In Executive Session following the public hearing the ~indings of the public hearing were considered. It was moved by Mr. Jennings, ,seconded by Mr. Gates, that recommendation be made to the Board ofCounty Commis~sioners tha~ the pe~.~ion be approved because the deveopment planned would be o~ .value to the community and would provide facilities needed by touris~ 'esidents. By a show-of-hands vote the motiOn carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of ~J~ Carol Sanford for a change in zoning classification, from R-IA (one family-dwelling) to R-4 (multiple dwelling), for the following described property: North 600 ft. of S~uth 2100 ft. of Fractional S~ction 32, Township 35 South, Range 41 East, lying West of Hwy A1A, less East 200 ft., St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to the public hea~ng notice of same was sent by ~irst class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Henrietta Wilson Ches!er Operations, Inc, E. C. Fisher, ~t al, Tr. P. O. Box 347, Jensen Ben,ch, Florida 940 Lincoln Rd., Miami B~ach 205 S. Federal Hwy., Pompano Beach Mrs. Baumstark, representing petitioner, presented a d~awing of a mobile home park Mr. Sanfsrd hopes to establish on that portion of his property lying West of A1A, consisting of approximately 19.2 acres. The entire tract extends from ocean to river. The plan provides for 136 mobile homes, on lots 100' x 150~., each with a water-front view, off street parking, and landscaped for privacy and beauty. There would be a waterway through the development wit~ docks for boat owners. A swimming po'ol and other recreational facilities would be provided. Since petitioner's property lies 5 miles South of Fort Pierce, Commission members inquired as to plans for public utilities. Mrs. Baumstark replied that planning hadn't reached this point -- that petitioner had made development plans to fit the land, and considered the next e~sential step to be tha~ of securing proper zoning. Mrs. Baumstark assured the Commission petitioner is fully aware of the stringent regulations of St. Lucie County and the County Hsalth Department regarding water, power and sewage disposal and will abide by them. Petitioner's step-son stated Mr. Sanford is looking fcr additional development~ on the island to simplify procurement of utilities. Mr. Robert Wilson, on behalf of Henrietta Wilson, adjacent property owner, stated that it is his opinion that unless Mr. Sanford has something more definite by way of plans the zoning should not be changed. In executive session following the public hearing, petitioner was identified as a very well-known architect and engineer. It was also no~.ed that should the petition be granted, it would mean an extension of ~-4 zoning, since petitioner's property lying between and ocean and A1A and 200 ft2 West of ~tA is already zoned B-4. Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Peckelis, that recommendation be made to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be granted, since this would not in any sense be spot zoning but merely an extension of existing zoning, the plan for development is a good one, and the Commission feels development of a desirable character should be encouraged for Hutchinson Islan(i. By a show-of-hands vote the motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Josephine J. Bass for a change in zoning classification from R-lC (one-family residential) to R-3 (multiple dwelling) for !~e following described property: \ Begin 1360 ft. East of center of Oleander Ave~ and Miday Road, thence run North 670 ft., East 245 ft., South 670 ftc, West 245 ft. to P.O.B., Section 3, Township 3~ South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. ........... Decemt)er 8, 1966 (continued) Petition indicated request was made to gain conformity for an existing non-conforming mobile home park. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Merlin Gilmore~ John J. Kearney clara K. Christensen Roma Bo Rasmussen~ Alfred Nelson,s.' Ana C. Strauss Marie S. Christianson~ Frieda M. Backiel~ Sidney C. Campbell/ 602 Midway Rd., Fort Pierce 508 So. 8th St., Fort Pierce 511 Midway, Fort Pierce Box 3065, Fort Pierce 807 Midway, Fort Pierce 506 Midway, Fort Pierce 706 Midway, Fort Pierce 700 Midway, Fort Pierce 708 Midway, Fort Pierce Mrs. Bass and her attorney, Robert Stone, were at the hearing. Mr. Stone stated it is not their purpose to take issue with the Zoning Resolution, but they do feel any zoning regulations have room for exceptions. Mrs. Bass is the owner of the eight (8) trailers on the parcel of land described and she secures her sole source of income from the trailers. She has two children in her care, 3½ and 5 years of age, for whom she has assumed responsibility and plans to adopt. Her total income is $!00 to $150 per month. Mr. ~tone pointed out that Mrs. Bass is not a new=comer to St. Lucie County; that she has been here since 1948. He presented a letter signed by 6 of the 9 listed adjoining property owners, indicating they have no objection to the requested rezoning. Mrs. Bass has no desire to increase the number of trailers and does not want to go into the trailer park business. However, to deny her the right to keep the trailers she has would, in effect, deny her~ her income. He also noted that the value of the trailers is such that it would not be leasable to move them. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. ~Rm~ert (not adjacent property owners) spoke in support of the petition, emphasizing that Mrs. Bass is good and helpful to everyone. Mrs. Jaqan (not a listed adjoining property owner)'spoke in favor of the petition; also Mrs. ~larkson, who is not an adjacent property owner, Helen Adkins, Mrs. Bass' sister, and Frieda Backiel, the latter being an adjacent owner. Mr. Richards, Sanitarian, who was present was asked by Mr. Jennings, Commission member, whether or not Mrs. Bass~has complied with the Sanitary Code. Mr. Richards replied that she does not at the present time. He made a recent survey of the property and found that a sewage disposal system is lacking. The matter was dis- cussed with Mrs. Bass and she had assured Mr. Richardson she would cooperate in in providing a waste disposal system if the requested rezoning is granted. Several of the trailers have no disposal system at all. At the time of the survey these were not occupied, but it was understood they are usually occupied during tomato season. Should they be occupied, waste disposal would be a problem. Water is supplied to the property by wells, which is common practice in this area. The water has not been tested recently, but it is not normal for water in the neighborhood to be contaminated. Mr. Richards advised the Board of Health became interested in Mrs. Bass' trailers only recently when the provisions of the Zoning Resolution regarding trailers were amended. The Board of Health had never considered this to be a trailer park but were not aware of the trailers located in the rear, which are in poor condition and aPpear to have been there for a long time. Mrs. ~ass affirmed that the three trailers, all occupied, place d on Midway Road have septic tanks. The trailers in the rear do not have septic tanks but, if necessary, she would intall them. These same trailers do not havepiped in water and water for use of their occupants is secured from her house. Mrs. Bass expressed concern that all this ~fficulty would have an adverse effect on her action to adopt the two children which will be considered by the Court in the near future. Mr. Tokes, Zoning Director, advised that Mrs. Bass had registered her three trailers with the zoning office in 1960, as a non-conforming use. She did not give notice_of the five additional trailers being placed on the property. He further stated that should the requested rezoning be granted, she will need to secure a Variance from the Board of Adjustment to operate a trailer park on 3.5 acres because 5 acres is the minimum required for such an operation. No one appeared to object to the petition being granted. In executive session following the public hearing it was moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Stebbins, that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be denied, because petition is in fl~ant violation of zoning regulations and public health regulations. By show of hands vote the motion carried, with one member abstaining and the other being absent. December 8, 1966 (continued) PUBLIC HEARING Petition of R~L. Fowler for a change in zoning classifi at;ion, from R-lC (one-family dwelling) to A-1 (Agriculture), for the follo~ 'Lng described property: undivided Block F, Ruhlman S/D, as recorded in Plat Book 9, page 55, public records of St. Lucie County, FlOrida, less parcel 120 ft. x 200 ft. in NE corner. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent b~! first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Joseph Weber Gilio T. Checca Lloyd M. Knowlton Antoinette Messaro Jack Driscoll James L. Evans Lloyd Taylor Reese S. McHam B. T. Lampley F. G. Cole Dewey T. Palmer David Reliford James D. Shamblin Lillian M. Rappold 107 Brookfield Rd. P. O. Box 133, For 337 Melton Dr., For 335 Melton Dr., For 333 Melton Dr., Fox 332 Smal!wood Dr., 340 Smallwood Dr., 342 Smallwood Dr., 651 No. 2nd St., F¢ Mr. Fowler was present at the hearing. He is requesti~ that his son will be permitted to place a trailer on the prop~ There is a 500 gal. septic tank, water and electricity for th~ The property was idientifid as being directly South of there are a number of houses. There are only three houses to development, and no improvements to the South and West. Pa. White Plains, N.Y. Pierce Pierce ; Pierce ; Pierce ~Ort Pierce ~ort Pierce 'ort Pierce ~t Pierce · A-1 zoning so 'ty and live there. trailer. '.ollins Park, where :he East in the Mackle Mr. F~er lives in a house located on the NE corner o~ his property; he is not requesting rezoning for this area. His own trailer i~ parked, and unoccupied, ~ the rear-of his residence, which is permissible. Should this petition be granted, the trailer could be on the basis of a two-year permit, on the basis of current in areas zoned A-1. The property qualified in every respect In executive session following the public hearing, it Gates, seconded by Mr. Stebbins, that the Commission on the property ~ations~ for trailers zoning categc~ y. s moved by Mr. ~o the Board of County Commissioners the petition be granted, since only one ~ailer will be permitted on the entire tract and there has been little development of g property. By show of hands vote, the motion carried, with one ~member raining and one absent. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Mrs. J. Electa Cordary for a change in zoning classification, from ~B-2 (limited business) to B-3 (arterial bus,ness, for t~ following described property: That part of the SE~ of SW~ of NW~, lying South of Okeechobee Road, in Section 19, Township 35 South, Range 401~i~ast, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Arnold Williams James B. Ooley Coleman D. Smit~ Clotilde F. Taylor JFred Ooley Susan Meredith Chas. C. Woolard L. C. Rowe Maude H. Martin Archel Johnson2 Sidney M. Gilbert 1590 5th Court, Vez Rt. 4, Box 615, Fo~ P.O. Box 834, Fort P. O. Box 133, For~ 1502 So. 27th St., Rt. 4, Box 618, FO P. O. BOX 574, For 5909 Citrus Ave., Rt. 4, Box 649, Fo Rt. 4, Box 648, Fox o Beach t Pier ce Pierce Pierce Fort Pierce t Pierce Pierce orr Pierce t Pierce t Pierce P. O. Box 82, Fort Pierce December ~, 1966 (continued) W. C. Graves, Jr. Gene S. Cofer & Betty Ann Adams Wm. C. King Minton Equipment Co. Chas. I. Johnson P. O. Box 517, Vero Beach ~ucker, Ga. P. O. Box 878, Fort Pierce 511 So. 4th St., Fort Pierce P. O. Box 188, Palm Beabh Mrs. Cordary was present at the hearing. She owns the property described and the small grocery store located there is operated by a Mr. Hirst. Mr. Hirst was also present. The change of zoning has been requested so that beer could be consumed on the premises although Mr~ Hirst license, at the present time, permits the sale of alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises only. He is con- cerned that someone will consume beer on the premises, unthinkingly and without permission, and he will be in trouble. If the zoning is changed Mr. Hirst will apply for a change of beverage license. Mrs. Chas. Woolard, who owns rental property in Seminole Park S/D objected to the petition being granted, since Seminole Park is located directly across Okeechobee Rd. from the store, there are children there, and the neighborhood generally is not in good shape and this would not improve it. Mrs. Fullick and Mrs. Martin, residents of Seminole Park opposed the petition being granted. by In executive session following the public hearing, it was moved/Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Peckelis, that the petition be denied because of the nearby residential dist~i~ and the beverage license does not permit on-site consumption of alcoholic beverages. By show of hands vote the motion carried, with one member absent and not voting. PUBLIC H~ARING Petition of Geo. E. Lambert for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (residential) to A-1 (agriculture) for the following described property: Beg. 25 ft. South and 242.5 ft. East of NW cor. of SE¼ of NE~ of SE¼, th run East 217.5 ft., South 210 ft., West 435 ft., North 10 ft., East 217.5 ft., th North 200 ft. to P.O.B., Section 20-35-40, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Jack Kandi!l John D. Browning Maravilla ~evelopment Corp. Edward W. Hugh~rt Henry G. Aune L. G. Gongaware Stephan A. Williams Carl Carraway James Billings 331 E. Mason Ave., Alexandria, Va. 2801 Orange Ave., Fort Pierce 150 Via Bellaria, Palm Beach 816 Kaufman Ave., Fort Pierce 139 W. Gadsen Lane, Cocoa Beach 1811 So. 33rd St., Fort Pierce 141 Banyan Drive, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 15, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 915, Fort Pierce Petitioner has requested a change in zoning so that he would be properly zoned to continue raising hogs on his property, now zoned for residential purposes. Mr. Lambert was present at the hearing, stating he has lived on this property for 15 years and has raised hogs for 12 years. Rencently, for the first time, there have been complaints becasse of b~d odors. However, he admitted on rainy days there might be some odor, but maintained he keeps the hog pens clean and that they are inspected regularly by the Health Department. Petitioner declared he raises hogs for his own use on!y~ that he needs them because he is raising a large number of grandchildren. Mrs. H. D. Garner (not an adjacent property owner) spoke on behalf of petitioner, supporting his statement that this is not a commercial venture and that he is taking care of his grandchildren. Mr. Durrell Hobbs (not listed as an adjacent prop~ty owner) supported the petition. Petitioner stated he has only five near neighbors and all of them favor the requested rezoning; that they had offered to sign a petition to this effect. No such petition was presented. DeCember 8, 1966 (continued) Telegram from Joseph DeFina, President, Maravilla Development Company, was read as follows: "Strenuously object.change of zoning RlC to A1 Section 20-35-40 requested by Georg~ Lambert." Mr. Richards, Sanitarian, in answering to an inquiry by Mr. Jennings, stated the Health Department had complains of bad odors from Mr. Lambert's property and, upon investigation, found 20 or more hOgs being kept in a very confined area. The pens were fairly clean but a few were somewhat wet. There was a cooker there and this, with the number of hogs, caused him to assume petitioner has~been under the supervision of the Department of Agriculture. In Mr. Richard's opinion, petitioner had a good many hogs in a rather small area and during a prolonged period of rain there would, ~Shout doubt, be problems of odor and fly breeding. However, if petitioner could spread out the problem would, or might be, eliminated. Mr. Richards leanned petitioner gets carbage from the Cafeteria and the schools. 0o comply with regulations of the Department of Agriculture garbage must be cooked before it is fed to hogs. ~The cooked garbage is allowed to cool before feeding and this is especially bad in hot weather. Mr. Tokes reported receipt of numerous complaints of unpleasant odors caused by the hogs. In Executive Session following the public hearing, it was noted that the Schedule of District Regulations requires that" ..... Other livestock shall not be placed, kept, or permitted within 200 ft. of any dwelling under separate ownership or within 200 ft. of residentially zoned ~operty." Since all property surrounding petitioner's lot is zoned RlC, this would leave a space 10 ft. x 17 ft. for the hog pens. Moved by Mr. Stebbins, seconded by Mr. Peckelis, that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that this petition be denied because this would be spot zoning in its worst aspects, the hogs have occasioned many comp~&ints, the potential development for the surrounding area is residential and the presence of such an undesirable operation could hinder desirable residential development. By a show-oi-hands vote the motion carried unanimously, with one Commissioner absent. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Oma James for a change in zoning classification, from A-1 (aqriculture) to B-2 (limited business) to B-3 (arterial business) for the following described property: A parcel of land 250 ft. running East and West by'300 ft. running North and South in the SE corner of Lot 17, and the East 250 ft. of that part of Lot 24 lying North_ of Okeechobee Road, S/D of all of Section 29-35-39, St. Lucie County, Florida. The petition was initiated so that Mr. James'p~a~ of business would be properly zoned for the consumption of alcoholic beverages on the premises. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Perry carlton Tower Chemical Co. Wallace B. Martin Rt. 3, Box 416, Fort Pierce P. O. 'Box 585, Clermont, Fla. 107 ~irview West, Jupiter, Fla. Mr. James and ~is attorney, Errol Willis were present at the hearing. Mr. Willis asked that petitioner be permitted to amend his petition to request a change in zoning classification from ~1 (agriculture) to ~B-2 (limited business~, for the fOllowing described property: A parcel of land 250 ft. running East and West by 300 ft. running North and South in the SE corner of Lot 17, subdivision of All of Section 29-35-39, St. Lucie County, Florida. The East 250 ft. of that part of Lot 24 lying North of Okeechobee ~ad, S/D of All of Section 29-35-39 is already zoned B-2, and for this reason is deleted from the amended petition. Mr. James ~a~ B~en~e~ his petition because there have been many objections to B-3 zoning which he wanted in order that he could operate a Package Store and sell alcb~lic beverages for consumption on the premises. A license for this ty~e' of business is for sale and Mr. James wanted to buy it. He now has a license for the sale of beer and wine for consumption off the premises and elects to continue on this basis. When zoning came into being, Mr. James' store was given jB-2 zoning. However, since Okeechobee Rd. in Sec. 29-35-39 is not drawn accurately on the official zoning map, the B-2 zoning appears on the map in the Eastern portion of that part of Lot 24, S/D of Sec. 29-35-39, lying North of Okeechobee Rd., now owned by Tower Chemical Co. Later and better maps show that Okee~hobee Rd. ~,~ .................................. DecemberS, 1966 (continued) lies further North so that Mr. James' business, located in the SE corner of Lot 17, of said Subdivision, remains in agricultural zoning. The amended petition, if granted, would give the true lod'ation of his place of business the zoning it was, by intent, assigned with the inception of zoning. Mr. Turner Coats was present at the hearing, presenting a written protest, signed by 32 ~ple living in the area. The objection was to B-3 zoning which would permit a package store and beverage consumptiOn on the premises. Mr. Coats refer~ed to the fact that Okeechobee Rd. is at best a dangerous highway and for Mr. James to operate a package store and sell alcohol for consumption on the premises would make the situation much worse. It was reported that Wallace Martin, Paul Driscoll and Vernon Williams had telephoned earlier in the day to object to the petition being granted. In executive session following the public hearing, it was moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Gates, that recommendation be made to the Board of County Commissioners that the amended petition be granted to correct the error made on the zoning map. By a show-of-hands vote the motion carried unanimously. SALVAGE YARD BUFFER ZONE Mr. Chaffee who is leasing land in Sec. 29-35-40 for the operation of an automobile salvage yard appeared before the Board regarding fencing required by the Zoning Resolution for such operation. Mr. Tokes stated there are natural 'barriers on the East, South and West, and that fencing would be needed only to the North. However, in the discussion it was shown that the buffer zone provided between the salvage operation and the nearest residential property was 191 ft. in depth, so that the need for any fencing was briefly discussed. Mr. Stebbins suggested that a committee be appointed to view the location and make recommendation to the Commission at next meeting. Business being concluded, the meeting adjourned. THE NEWS TRIBUNE pubJished Daily and Sunday- Except Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, STATE OF FLORIDA cOUNTY OF ST. LUCIE: Before the undersigned authority personally' ap~ iness Manage. r of The News Tribune, a daily newspaper pub copy of Fort Pierce in St. Lucie County, Florida; that the ~ttached advertisement, being a No%ice~ in the matter of Change in zoning Oma James and A.~ Court, in the was published in said newspaper in the issues of ~ Affiant further says that the said News Tribu~e is a newspaper published at Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has been entered as secoud class mail matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a period of eno year next preceding the first pub- lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affiant further says that he has · id n~r promised any per_son2~r~°th..~ aP~vertisement for publication xn the mission u ~ _ ; r cor oration any discount, .rob. ate,. eom- neither pa · of ~ur~, ..... r ref~md for the purpose said newsP~Per'~ - - Sworn~0' and subscribe~l::before me THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday ~ Except Saturday Fort Pierce, St. Lucie Counfy, F~orida STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF ST. LUC]E: Before the undersigned authority personally appeared Marion T. Ayers, Sibyl B. Mills, who on oath says that he/she is Publisher, 'Bus- iness Manager of The News Tribune, a daily newspaper published a~ Fort Pierce in St. Lucie County, Florida; that the attached copy o£ advertisement, being a R,~,~o~g of L~nd was published in said newspaper in the issues of Notice in the matter of __ in the Court, Affiant further says that the said News Tribun'e is a newspaper published at Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturda~ and has been entered as second class mail matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a period of .one year next preceding the first pub- lication of the attached copy of advertisement;' and affian~ further says that he has neither paid rmr promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, com- mission or refund for the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the said newspaper. ,~.~ Sworn to ~nd ~ub~cribed before me / ~', ..... -~ /~'2"' c': ..... ~ / , / (~EAL) -(j-, :-' Notary Public fvlY cOM~lS~§iON EXPIRES DEC. 13, 1967 I~,~j~.D--~,~ROUGH FRED '9/. DIF.,STKLItO~[~ 47 : MINUTES - PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A regular meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P. M. on Thursday, January 26, 1967, in the Commission Meeting Room in the Courthouse, Fort Pierce, Florida, with the following present: C. H. Combs, Richard Stebbins, j, V. Waldron, John Lester, Harry Jennings, Philip Gates, Leo LaForge, Regional Plan~ing'Council Director, E. J. Tokes, Zoning Director, Ralph B. Wilson, County Attorney and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Mr. COmbs, chairman, presided. Proof of Publication was presented showing that the petitions for the rezoning of land on which public hearings are to be held at this time were duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Orville Gruwell for a change in zonin~ classification, from R-lC (residential) to A-1 (agriculture), for the following described property: LOt 240 and Lot 241, less tract 425 ft. x 500 ft. in NW corner and less West 200 ft. and less Road r/w , Subdivision of part of Section 10, Township 36 South, Range 40 ~ast, according to Plat Book 1, page 23, public records of St. Lucie Co~nty, Florida. adjacent pre this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to owners, as follows: Olney & Jehu Larter Geo. A. Simon, Tr. Lillian M. Rappold Hers~ell L. Dunn Est David C. Gentile Sonia Simon Robert C. McKinney Daniel Strosheim L. M. Fearer 562 Suffolk, Lowell, Mass. 901 Ainstey Bldg., Miami 651 No. 2nd St., Fort Pierce Rt. 3, Box 330, Fort Pierce 116 Alexander Dr., Red Bank, N.J. 1000 Bay Dr., Normandy Isle, Miami Beach 404 Ulrich Rd., Fort Pierce 44287 Gratiot St., Mt. Clemens, Mich 607 Holly Ave., Fort P~erce Mr. Gruwell was present at the hearing. He.stated the land is presenting in grove and he also keeps bees. Both of these activities were in existance prior to zoning. He wants agriculture zoning so that the grove and beekeeping will con- form to the zoning. No objection was received to the requested rezoning. In executive session following the p~blic hearing, Mr. Tokes reported that this petition resulted from an investigation of two trailers located on the property, during which time petitioner learned his activities were non-conforming. There is an old, unoccupied frame house, in addition to the trailers. Mr. LaForge displayed a land use map of the area which showed most of the land to be in groves. He noted petitioner's grove does not appear to be well cared for to which Mr. Tokes added that the ladd is used chiefly for beekeeping. Mr. LaEorge pointed out that petitioner has stated he wants rezoning so that his grove and beekeeping would conform to the zoning classification; however, should the rezoning not be granted he would not be hurt since he could continue indefinitely as a non- conforming use. Mr. LaForge also stated rezoning should be based on changing conditions, which does not apply in this instance. Following some further discussion, it was moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Gates that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be granted. By a show-of-hands vote the motion carried unanimously. January 26, 1967 (continued) PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Oliver W. Johnson for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (residential) to B-3 (arterial business) for the following described property: South 387.5 ft. of West 320 ft. of E½ of SE~ of NW¼ of Section 17, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. This property is located on the North side of White Way Dairy Road. Prior to this p~blic hearing notice of same was sent tO adjacent property owners, as follows: B. F. Hart Lillian A. Alvey Cecil JR. Bullock Geo. D. Stanley Barbara A. Summerlin James C. Kelley Edward W. Cook Edith Mae Shank Leona Benson Stella C. Kuhn J. E. Sampley T. J. Daigneau J. W. Owens Arnold R. Realty Corp. of Ft. Pierce Ernest B. ~mith 1627 So. Andrews, Ft. Lauderdale 3302 Sunrise, 1512 So. 33rd St., rce 601 Broad St., Tenn. 1512 So. 33rd St. .erce 1501 So. 33rd St. .erce 1308 So. 33rd St., F~ 1401 So. 33rd St., erce 1405 So. 33rd St., 1501 So. 33rd St., F¢ 1503 So. 33rd St. 1507½ A So. 33rd 1603 So. 33rd St., 124 Palmer Ave., 1605 So. 33rd St., Fort Pierce =e =e Pierce ierce ,N.Y. Mr. Johnson, petitioner and owner of the building, spoke in behalf of his petition, stating that Mr. Sheffield, who is a racing enthusiast, wants to rent the building located on the property described, for a place to repair his racing cars. He will probably do work for other people, as well. The building was constructed by a Dr. Hart in 1955 and was used for a drug manufacturing business until 1965. It contains 5000 sq. ft. Dr. Hart is willing to give an affidavit to the effort that the building has been in use until 196:5. While he was operating the drug business, zoning came into being, and the property was zoned for residential purposes. Mr. Johnson stated that if B-3 zoning is mot granted he would not know what to do with the building. Mr. Wm. ~lvey who identified himself as owning land adjacent to Mr. Johnson's property, stated that it is true Dr. Hart did operate a drug manufacturing business in the building in question, but he did not-operate it for ten years; that he did operate for two years, more or less, and was then forced to cease by the Board of Health because oS the odor, and the fact that he ran-refuse into the canal. Mr. Alvey now has ~fve houses on his property and his tenants are opposed to a garage in the building. In fact, some work on cars is already being done and all of it at night and on Sundays. Mr. Edward Cook, adjacent property owner, objected to' petition being granted, stating that when the property changed ownership the n should have realized the zoning was residential. Mr. Cook also stated work is already being carried-~on in the building. Mr. T. J. Daigneau, adjacent property owner, confirmed the building was constructed in 1955 but that Dr. Hart had operated it for only two citrus seasons, after which he closed the business because of odor and disposal of refuse problems. · r. Hart's operation was very quiet but he objects to a garage being operated here because he is not unfamiliar with the buiading of racing cars and knows it is a noisy business. Further, he predicted the street would become a~raceway- Mr. Cecil R. Bullock who lives next to the property under discussion stated there has been a great deal of noise and that two weeks ago it was necessary to call the Sheriff. Mr. Johnson again spoke in behalf of his petition, pointing out that the adjacent property, which abuts on So. 33rd St., is zoned B-3 and this would be an extension of B-3 zoning. He reiterated that Dr. Hart is ~tling to 9~ee an affidavit to the effect that the building was in use until 1965 and reasoned that if the building was in use until 1965 for manufacturing the residential zoning was in error. January 26, 1967 (continued) she Firs. Edward Cook stated that just last evening, about 7:30,/passed the building; there were four or five cars inside, and as many outside, and there was a great deal of activit~y Mr. Sheffield, who proposes to lease the building, admitted he has been working there for three weeks and is building a car for racing at Daytona Beach. He questioned the accuracy of a statement that his use of the building is not an asset to the community becauee, since he moved in, the grass which had been head-high has been cut, the building has been cleaned up and rubbish hauled away. He also stated he has been racing for a number of years; has been working on cars at his home, where neighbors have not compalined and the streets around his home have not become speedways. He referred to Mr. Bullock's call to the Sheriff and the fact there was so little noise the deputies had difficulty locating the building. Mr. Bullock responded to this saying that his children go to bed early but are kept awake because j of the noiee from the garage and the bright lights used by Mr. Sheffield shine in his bedroom windows. Petitioner stated he believed complainants had' all built their homes after Dr. Hart had built the plant. Mr. Alvey replied that four of his houses were constructed prior to 1955 but he had built a ~$0,000 home this year, about one block from the building under discussion. Mr. Daigneau stated he has known Mr. Sheffield for years and does not believe he would be a hot rodder; however, one afternoon recently teen-aged boys came by his house at 60 miles per hour, in second gear, and stopped at the building. Letter from J. E. Sampley, adjacent property owner, was read, in which Mr. Sampley objected to the requested rezoning. In Executive Session, the value placed on the building by Mr. Johnson was questioned. Mr. Lester, Commissioner member, knows the building well and Mr. Tokes, Zoning Director, noted that its condition is such that it will be included on the list for condemnation soon. Mr. Tokes also stated there is no evidence of the building being used since 1960. In reply to a question, Mr. JTokes said Mr. Sheffield had started to use the building before the Zoning Department was awa~e of it and, at about the same time, the petition for rezoning was filed. Moved by Mr. Lester, seconded by Mr. Gates, that the petition be denied because the evidence presented shows the building has not been in continuous use as non-conforming, it is non-conforming is an area zoned for residential purposes and where there is evidence that residential use will expand, and adjacent property owners have expressed strong objection. By a show-of=hands vote the motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Lucille Whitehurst for a change in zoning classification, from R~lC (residential) to A-1 (agriculture) for the following described property: East 30 ft. of SW~ of SW¼ of SW~ and West 198 ft. of SEt of SW¼ of SW~, Section 34, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie CouBty, Florida. Prior to this public haaring, notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property ownez$, as follows: Josephine J. Bass Ethel White~hurst Fred Poster Geo. E. Beekman Lillian Fennell J. E. Dickson Raymond L. williams Sherman C. Veazie,-Jr. Ercell Gilliam Joseph F. Garrison Raymond A. padgett Paul V. Stephenson, Sr. John W. Keane Everett F. Maheuron Arthur K. HotchkiSS 604 Midway Rd., Fort Pierce 611 Weatherbee Rd., Fort Pierce 4202 Oleander Ave., Fort Pierce 601 Weatherbee Rd., Fort Pierce 815 Tumblin Kling Rd., Fort Pierce p. O. Box 3751, Fort Pierce 42~2 Garrison Lane, Fort Pierce 811 Tumblin Kling Rd., Fort Pierce 4214 Garrison Rd., Fort pierce Rt. 1, Box 324, Hopkins, Minn. 1029 A~tilles Ave., T°rt pierce 1910 NW 14th St., M%ami 628 Weatherbee Rd., Fort Pierce 221 Tumblin Kling Rd~, Fort pierce 17924 SW pickington, Lake oswego, oregon January 26, 1967 Dean Willets attended the hearing, representing petitioner. He started that bee-keeping has been carried on on this property for fifteen or twenty years. It is planned to continue this activity and the petition ~o~ rezoning was initiated because they want to have the zoning conformwith the bee-keeping business. There is a concrete blOck honey house and work shop and no great changes are planned. No opposition to the petition was received. In Executive Session following the public hearing, Mr. Tokes noted that the bee-keeping on this property may continue indefinitely, as a non-conforming use, without rezoning. About three months ago a gentlemen called on Mr. Tokes, advising that he wanted to buy the property and asked if he could place a trailer on it while continuing to operate the business. He was told a trailer would not be per- mitted with R-lC zoning. He then inquired what he could do to make a trailer possible and he was advised it could be done if the property were zoned for agriculture. The business would also be conforming in A-1 zoning. Mr. Stebbins cautioned ~u~ioned that any zoming, but especially A-1 zoning, should be granted only after very careful consideration. In this instance, this Property is in the middle of a large area of R-lC zoning; if A-i zoning is granted, many objectionable activities could be carried on, including hog raising. It was moved by Mr. Jackson that the petition be denied. After further dis- cussion Mr. Jackson w~hdrew ~is motion. It was moved by Mr. Jennings that the petition be tabled until the next meeting of the commission with,Tokes to secure more information pertinent to said petition for presentation at that time. The motion was seconded by Mr. Gates and carried unanimously by show-of--hands vote. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Floyd C. Welch for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (residential) to A-1 (agriculture), for the following described property: Ail East 165 ft. of W½ of NW~ of NW¼, Section 29,. T.~rnship 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida, except East 105 ft. of North 250 ft. of South 275 ft. thereof, and r~ of-way for roads and canals. The prospective buyer of the property plans horses for his children. Since the land this would mean an extension of A-! the sale and was pre in the Zoning office was not present and, available. Mr. Welch asked petition until more in~ to table said petition COLD.' 51 January 26, 1967 (continued) MINUTES Upon motion by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Stebbins, the minutes of December 8, 1966 were unanimously approved. VACANC I ES Mr. Combs reported that Mr. Peckelis has resigned as a member of theCommission because of ill health, having submitted his resignation to the Board of County Com- missioners, by whom it was accepted. Don Hortun has indicated that he wishes to resign, also. Mr. Combs was requested to discuss replacement procedures with the Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners. The following were suggested as possible replacements: Bill Walsh, Leo Guettler, ~r., Ken Peterson and Guy Ingram. BEACH AND SHORE PRESERVATION Mr. LaForge presented a letter addressed to the Board of County Commissioners by the Florida Board of Conservation, asking for information regarding certain zoning provisions for St. Lucie County. It was moved by Mr, Gates, seconded by Mr. Lester that Mr. LaForge reply to this inquiry, where possible, asking for further inform- ation on one item which was questioned. The motion carried'unanimously. COMMENDATION FOR THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Lester, that the Commission go on record as commending the Board of County Commissioners for their actions to prevent fraudulant land sales in th~ Northern part of St. Lucie County. The motion carried unanimo~ !ye Business being concluded the meeting was adjourned. THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday -- Except Saturday Fort Pierce, St. L. ucie County, Florida STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF ST. LUCIE: Before the undersigned authority personally appeared Marion T. Ayers, Sibyl B. Mills, who on oath says that he/she is Publisher, Bus- iness Manager of The News Tribune, a daily newspaper published at Fort Pierce in St. Lucie County, Florida; that the attached copy of advertisement, being a Notice in the matter of Change in zoning Bill Hurd & R. Raczkoski in the was pUblished in said newspaper in the issues of Court, Affiant further says that the said News Tribune is a newspaper published at Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has been entered as secor~d class mail matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a period of one year next preceding the first pub- lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affian~ further says that he has neither paid For promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, com- mission or,~refu~d fer the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the sa~d ~e~spaper~, C~, ~ Swor~.~t~ ~nd'~subs~ribe~-before me Notary Public 52 MINUTES - ST LUCIE COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, February 23, 1967, with the following present: C.H.Combs, Richard Stebbins, J. V. waldron and John Lester. Also, LeO LaForge, Regional Planner, E. J. Tokes, Zoning Director, Miriam Diem, Secretary and Ralph Wilson, County Attorney. Mr. combs, chairman, presided. Proof of Publication was presented showing that the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. A quorum was not present. The chairman advised petitioners present that if they wished to be heard the Commission members present would be glad to listen; their comments would be recorded and considered at the next meeting of the Commission when a quorum is present. }{owever~ it would not be possible to make any decisions on petitions at this meeting. PETITION OF R. RACZKOSKI Petitioner preferred to postpone a presentation until March 23, 1967 since no action could be taken until that time. PETITION OF BILL HURD Mr. James Alderman, attorney, stated he represents Mr. Sanford Neal, an adjacent property owner, and is protesting the petition being granted. He referred to the letter he had filed earlier with the Secretary, which is as follows: February 23, 1967 Planning and Zoning Commission St. Lucie County, Florida St. Lucie County Courthouse Fort Pierce, Florida Gentlemen: I represent Mr. Sanford S. Neal of 4851 South Federal Highway, Fort Pierce, Florida. On behalf of my client, I would like to register his opposition to the Petition presently pending before the Planning and Zoning Commission for a change in zoning classification from R-lC and B-3 ~O~B-4 for the following described property, to-wit': N 389' of S 1386' of W 330' of NEb, less W 78' for U. S. $1 right of way, and all Lot 19, Subdivision of Section 3-36-40. Mr. Neal owns property which is directly opposite and across the highway from the property under consideration, his property being designated Parcel No. 8 on the diagram prepared by the Planning and zoning Commission. Mr. Neal contends that this is a gross example of an attempt at spot zoning and if allowed, would have an adverse affect upon his property and upon other surrounding properties. There is a real danger that if this spot zoning is allowed, that iS would be the open- ing wedge by which all of the surrounding property would ultimately be downgraded. Mr. Neal and his family have maintained a residence on their property since 1926 and the area affected contains several other residences and a church. There is no overriding~public need which would justify such drastic alteration of the zoning in this area. Mr. Neal respectfully requests that the pending petition be denied and the present zoning of this property be maintained. Sincerely yours, JEA: c lp James E. Alderman In his presentation Mr. Alderman reiterated the points brought out in the letter. Mr. Gustav H. Perrin, an adjacent property owner, for himself and on behalf of ~he Community Christian Church, opposed the petition. Mrs. ~rampy expressed opposition on behalf of the Blu~, Inc. Mrs. Dual H. Hampton, adjacent property owner, objected to the requested rezoning. Mr. Sanford Neal spoke in his own behalf, stating that his family has owned the property where he lives for forty years, he makes his home here and has recently made improvements. He referred to property adjacent to the property for which rezoning is asked on the North, pointing out that it belongs to the Catholic Church, Diocese of St. Augustine, and it can be Presemed that they propose it for church purposes. Further, that he has discussed the proposed rezoning with eleven of the listed adjacent property owners and found all of them objecting to the petition. Mr. Neal referred to the highway beautification program and commented that it did not seem likely that anything permitted in B-4 zoning would add to highway beautification. Mr. Hurd, petitioner, commented that the Church adjoins a packing house owned by Mr. Kerr and that the packing house is now zoned B-4. Mr. Alderman~requested that he be permitted to reserve the right to make further statements at the meeting of the Commission in March, which was granted. PETITION OF FLOYD C. WE~ LCH Mr. Bedford Foster and Mr. Ralph Lewis were present for petitioner. Mr. Foster asked Mr. Tokes to-explain the reason for the confusion at the public hearing on January 27, 1967. Mr. Tokes stated his office received a telephone call from a prospective buyer for the Welch property who stated he intended to use the land for raising horses. Some time later Mr. Lewis inquired at the zoning office about rezoning the property and it was~assumed that the person ~ho telephoned and Mr. Lewis were one and the same, although they were different people. Mr. Lewis wants to buy the property to be used as a tree nursery. Tokes stated he considers A-1 zoning to be necessary because this would be a commercial operation. Mr. Mr. Wilson suggested that the 60 ft. x 250 ft. strip on the SoUth remain in R-lC zoning to preserve a continuity of residential zoning, to which Mr. Lewis and Mr. Foster agreed. If this suggestion is accepted by the Planning and Zoning Commission in formal session, the legal description of the property to be rezoned to A-1 would be: Ail of the East 165 ft. of W½ of NW~ of NW¼, Section 29-35-40, except the No~th 250 ft. of the South 275 ft. thereof, and rights-of-way for roads and canals. - ., Messrs. Lewis and Foster were advised they would not need to appear at the meeting of the Commission to be held March 23, 1967, unless they wished to do so, since their statements seem to-be complete. LAKEWOOD PARK S/D PROPERTY OWNERS ASSN. Ella Manchester, Secretary-Treasurer of the Lakewood Park Property Owners Assn. was present on behalf of the members of the Association. They are concerned about forty acres !y~ng within the subdivision, which is zoned A-1 (agriCulture), except for 100 ft. on the North which is zoned R-3, fearing it will be rezoned or used in some manor which will be generally detrimental to the subdivision. Mrs. Manchester that if any change is contemplated all individual property owners and the Association be notified. It was explained that all property owners within 300 ft. of any property for which rezoning is requested are notified of the request and the' date of the public hearing. She was satisfied that this regulation would alert the people who might be concerned with any rezoning of property in the sub- division. Business being concluded, the meeting was adjourned. MINUTES - PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A meeting cf the St. Lucie Connty Planning and Zoning Co~ission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, March 23, 1967 in the Commission Meetingi!~om in the Courthouse at Fort Pierce, Florida, with the following present: C. H. Combs, Chairman, A. B. Jackson,~John Lester, Philip Gates, Richard Stebbins, Harry Jennings, Jack Sewell and Harold Beard; also, Leo LaForge, Regional Planner, E. J. Tokes, Zoning Director and Miriam~Diem, Secretary. Mr. Combs, chairman, presided. Mr. Sewell and Mr. Beard, new Commission members were introduced and welcomed. Proof of Publication was presented showing the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Ivan Hunter for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family residential) to R-2 (two-family residential), to permit construction of a duplex residence on the following described property: From NE corner of sE¼ of SE¼ of SW~, run South 85 ft., West 30 ft. to P.O.B., th continue West 180 ft., South~85 ft., East 180 ft., North 85 ft. to P.O.B., Section 19, Township 35 South, Range 40 ~st, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent propmrty owners, as follows: Billie E. Billman Hugh Addison John L. Cavanagh Leo~a W. Karnes Clyde J. Sears Sam McPeak Quincy Griner, Sr. John H. Vance Ira O'Connor Claude SLiver S. W. Hill Marylee June Smith James O. Peters Jean Himelfarb Beatrice Turner Nancy M. Fulwood D. R. Garner Estate R. E. Slay Sadie Lundy Isome Corbitt Jimmie Burkhalter Gertrude Waugh Charles W. Stone Elma Gudger James W. Thornsbury Agnes Douglas Moore and Macon T. R. Cannon Elton Wallace Edward B. Demmeny Allyn W. Davis Chandler Rose P. O. Box 264, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 387, Fort Pierce 1708 Angle Rd., Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 390, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 385, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 397, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 398-A, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 415, Fort Pierce P. O. Box 236, Lake Harbor, Fla. Rt. 4, Box 405, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 410, Fort Pierce P.O. Box 369, Salerno, Fla. Rt. 4, Box 398, Fort Pierce 407 Lincoln JRd, Miami Beach Rt. 4, Box 401, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 410, Fort Pierce 702 Parkway, Fort Pierce 1610 Oleander Ave., Fort Pierce Rt.r 4, Box 381, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 379, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 379, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 373, Fort Pierce 328 S. 2nd St,, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 380, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 619, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 412, Fort Pierce_ P. O. Box 1152, Fort Pierce 214 No. 18th Court, Fort Pierce %2 Keys Court, Pensacola, Fla. 2273 Norma Elaine Rd., West Palm Beach Rt. 4, Box 395, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 386, Fort Pierce Mr. Allan Davis identified himself as present owner of the lot for'which rezoning is requested. When this petition was filed, the property was in Mr. Hunter's name and the petition was filed in his name. Mr. Davis plans to build a duplex on the property , one side to be occupied by his parents and the other side to be rented. He owns the lot adjacent on the South on which there are two houses, one of which he occupies. This lot and additional property to the South are zoned R-2, so that should this petition be granted it would be an extention of existing R-2 zoning. March 23, 1967 (continued) Mr. Chandler Rose, adjacent property owner, spoke in support of the petition and there was no opposition. In executive session following the public hearing the general development of the area was noted to be residential, single family home predominating. Moved by Mr. Stebbins, seconded by Mr. Jackson, that approval of the petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because this would constitute merely an extension of already existing R-2 zoning and. good new residential construction will be of benefit to the area. The motion passed by a seven to one vOte (Mrna. Combs voting "no ") . / PUBLIC HEARING Petition of R. Raczkoski for change in zoning classification, fr~m R-lC (one-family residential)a~d B-3 (arterial business) to R-4 (multiple residential), for the following described property: S½ of E 3/4 of Lot 17 lying West of U. S. ~1 and North 129.2 ft. of E 3/4 of Lot 18 lying West of U. S. ~1, Hogg's S/D, as recorded in Plat Book 1, page 19, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this ~public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: George Holtsberg Bertha Russakis George Prappas Benjamin Handler A. P. Ruppelt Isodor Grovanniello Anthony Sindon American Tel & Tel Donald P. Elliott Cristo J. Crist Murray W. Noyes Peter K. Zand Fred F. Lindemuth Bender L. Mackey Louis E. Thomas Earnest Law Frank Ro Buker Richard L. Cromer C. V. Padrick Carl Helseth John B. Calhoun Antonio Lecascio Julian W. Lowenstein Rt. 3, Box 447, Fort Pierce 1232 Easter Ave., Fort Pierce 3201 Ridgehaven Rd., Fort Pierce 2386 Walton Ave., Bronx, N.Y. 10108 S. Highland Ave., Garfield Heights, Ohio 206 N. Boston Ave., Massapequa, LI, N.Y 2105 Donald Ave., Fort Pierce 195 Broadway,New York, N.Y Rt. 4, Box 425, Fort Pierce P. O. Box 1194, Fort Pierce 2108 Donald, Fort Pierce 2110 Donald, Fort Pierce 2114 Donald, Fort Pierce 170 jHowland Rd., Warren, Ohio 2904 ~nthony St., Fort Pierce 2018 Commerce Ave., Vero Beach 2930 No. Federal Hwy, Fort Pierce 105.Atlantic Ave., Fort Pierce 827 Sunrise, Fort Pierce P. O. Box 3812, Fort Pierce 2721 Old Dixie, Fort Pierce 972 Davison Place, Baldwin, LI, N.Y. 1204 SE U. S. ~1, Vero Beach Mr. Raczkoski was present at the hearing. Re explained his home is located on Lot 18, which is the last lot on the South end of Ridgehaven Road, on the West side. His home is the only structure on this lot. Recently he purchased the adjacent lot on the North. One house and a structure 12' x 30', which had been attached to a trailer are located there. (Both lots were at one time part of a trailer park). Mr. Raczkoski wants to add to the partial structure to make it a dwelling, combine both lots into one parcel and secure R-4 zoning so that the land can be used for multiple dwellings. The Secretary reported that Mr. Frank Buker, adjacent property owner, visited the County Commission office on Feb. 15 to state he has no objection to the petition being granted. No opposition was received from any source. InvE~e~utive Session following the public hearing, it was moved by Mr. Stebbins, seconded by Mr. Lester that recommendation be made to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be approved, since R-4 zoning would be in keeping with the general character of the neighborhood, a motel being located on adjoining property and a warehouse nearby. By a show-of-hands vote the motion carried unanimously. / March 23, 1967 (continued) PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Bill Hurd (in behalf of Charlotte Merritt and I. M. Waters)' for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (residential) and 'B-3 (arterial business) to B-4 (general business) for the following described property: North 389 ft. of South 1386 ft. of West 330 ft. of less West 78 ft. for U. S. $1 r/w, and all Lot 19, S/D of Section 3-36-40, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this heaz~g notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Coleman F. Carroll Blum, Inc. Gustav H. Perrin Fleet Services, Inc. S. S. Neal Harold A. Strauss Larter, Olney & Jeru John Conrad Community ChriStian Church Charley V. Stewart St. Lucie County Ro~ld G. Stafford H. E. Howard Clayton H. Hampton Dual H. Hampton 922 DuPont Bldg., Miami 18 No. Highland, Titusville 4760 So. Federal Hwy., Fort Pierce 1108 West 1st St., Fort Pierce 4851 So. Federal Hwy., Fort Pierce P. O. Box 1212, Stuart 562 Suffolk St., Lowell, Mass. 392 Midway Rd., Fort Pierce 380 Midway Rd., Fort Pierce 379 Traub Ave., Fort Pierce c/o Ralph Wilson, County Atty. 377 Seapowet Ave., Tiverton, R. I. P. O. Box 227, Sebring 386 Baysinger Ave., Fort Pierce 390 Baysinger Ave., Fort Pierce Mr. Hurd was present at the hearing. He has a buyer for the propeE~y for which rezoning is requested, who wants to establish a public truck stop, a small restaurant and facilities ~6r his own trucking business.on the Merritt property.- ~He wants to acquire the Waters property for possible future expansion. The sale of the property is contingent on rezoning being granted. Jerry James, Attorney, stated he represents Mrs. Merritt and Mr. A. R. Hockaday who wants to buy the land. He emphasized his statements would be applied only to the Merritt parcel. He referred to research he has done on present use of nearby properties and found a trend to industry - Foundation We!lpoint,.and Freshwater-Smith, both zoned M-2 (industry). Mr. James presented letters signed by the following: Joe Freshwater, A. R. & Arlyne Kerr, Mad~lyn and Henrik~Robinson, Kenneth Peterson and John Scott, Jr., all identical and reading as follows: TO WHOME IT MAY CONCERN: We, the undersigned, have no objection to the rezoning of Charlotte Merritt's and the I. M. Waters' property l~cated on the EaSt side of U. S. No. 1 just North of Midway (White City) Road. It is our understanding that the new zoning will be a B-4 zoning and that the new owners contemplate building a truck stop, primarily for their own use. Mr. James referred to opposition to the petition expressed, at a meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission on Feb. 23, 1967 - that this would be spot zoning and a truck stop would not be in character with the general area. He questioned that this could be called spot zoning - that the general character and nature of this locality is business. There are filling stations at U. S. ~1 and Midway Road. John C~nrad is operating a non-conforming fertilizer business on adjacent property, abutting Midway Road. Mr. James noted Mr. Hockaday presently has $40,000 invested in a building- in the rear of the Merry-Go-Round bar which he rents to Ryder Truck Lines, and that this is an asset to the community. James Alderman, attorney for Sanford Neal who owns property on the West side of U. S. $1, directly across from the property for which rezoning is requested, stated Mr. Neal's property is zoned B-3 (business) for a depth of 200~ft. but since the 1920's the Neal homestead has been located here. He noted the letters presented by Mr. James were from property owners not within 300 ft. of the Merrit and Waters properties and ~or this reason Mr. Alderman did not feel they should~carry as much weight as opin&ons of adjacent property owners. Mr. Alderman did not agree that Mr. Hockaday's proposed use of the land is in character with the general area, since there is a subdivision directly East of the Waters property where homes have been built. Directly South of the subdivision, abutting Midway Road, there is a church. The Catholic Church owns a large tract North of, but adjacent to the property for which rezoning is requested. Further, there is doubt as to the public need for another truck stop. March 23, 1967 (continued) Charles R. P. Brown, Attorney for Mr. and Mrs. Harold Strauss, adjacent property owners, supported Mr. Alderman' s objections. Mr. Gustav Perrin, a_~acent property owner, expressed objection. He admitted there is business in the area but felt the truck stop would be detrimental. Mr. Sanders, a trustee for the Community Christian Church opposed the petition because noise could prove to be a nuisance during church services. When Mr. Hurd noted that two and a half years ago the church members knowlingly built next to a business, Mr. Sanders stated Mr. Conrad observes the hours of church services which no doubt another business would not do. Mrs. Cramp (Blum, Inc.) stated she hopes the area can remain residential. Mr. Hurd stated that, as a real estate broker, he finds it difficult to find land properly zoned for businesses which fall within the B-4 zoning category. He pointed out a truck stop must be located where trucks can get to it. U.S. %1 is naturally business property, ideally suited to this purpose, but it is not residential. Mr. Hockaday wants the truck stop principally for his own 18-20 trucks but, of course, would get some business from the highway. Mr. James ~[~ined Mr. Hurd in asking where a truck stop can go if not on U. S. %1. He also pointed out Mr. Conrad uses large flat bed trucks in his business, so that Mr. Hockaby's business ,would not be out of character with Mr. Conrad's business nor any other business nearby. Mr. Ed Merritt stated there are eight (8) business establishments in the vicinity and only four (4) dwellings. Mr. Neal disagreed, stating there are six (6) houses in the rear alone, plus those on U. S. %1. He further stated it is a well-known fact that major truck stops are not allowed on Federally financed highways, and felt the approach to Fort Pierce should be protected from all unattractive in- stallations. Further, the site is too close tO the busy intersection of Midway Road and U. S. %1. He did not deny the site is business property but it should be reserved for "the right kind of business". Upon being asked if Mr. Hockaday could achieve his purpose by using only the Merritt property, Mr. Hurd agreed this would be possible, but expansion wQ~d be restricted. In executive session following the public hearing, after thorough discussion of the findings of the hearing, it was moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Beard that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissionems that th~s petition be denied because (10 the nearby busy intersection of.Midway Road and U. S. %1 would make access to the property dangerous, especially from the North, (2) community planners recommend truck servicing facilities be located in Induatrial Parks or on secondary roads accessible from primary road~, (3) petition was opposed by the majority of adjacent property owners and (4) this would be spot zoning. The motion carried by a 7 - 1 vote, with Mr. Sewell voting 'no'. Q~HAFFEE SALVAGE YARD - SCREENING Mr. Combs reported that he and Mr. Waldron had inspected the Chaffee Salvage Yard. The area is not visible from Lewis St., but there is some view of it from Hatcher St. They recommended vegetative screening on the North to protect two or three houses to the North. There is no development whatsoever to the East, South or North so that the only problem is with the North side. Moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Stebbins. that the recommendation be accepted and that Mr. Chaffee provide a vegetative screen on the North side of his salvage yard operation. Motion carried unanimously by a show-of-hands vote. PETITION OF FLOYD C. WE.!~H The petition was reviewed on the basis of the minutes of January 26 and February 23, 1967. Moved by Mr. Lester, seconded by Mr. Jackson that recommendation be made to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be approved, because it would mean only an expansion of A-1 zoning in an area predominately arg~iculture in character and there was no objection from adjacent property owners to the change in zoning classification. The motion carried unanimously. March 23, 1967 (continued) PETITION OF LUCILLE WHITEHURST The following letter was read: I would like to withdraw our request for re-zoning the property at 625 Weatherbee Rd. Thank you very much for your services. ~hitehurst Apiarie by Deane willits. No. further action=necessary. PLAT FILING REG~TIONS - MOBILE HOME SUBDIVISIONS The Board reviewed a draft of proposed Plat Filing Regulations for Mobile Home Subdivi;sions. Several suggested changes were made, and~it was moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. LesSer and carried that the Regulations, as amended, be- recommmnded to the Board of County Commissioners for approval. PERMIT FEES - MOBILE HOMES Moved by Mr. Gates, seconded-.by Mr. Lester that proposed changes in permit fees for mobile homes be advertised for public hearing April 27, 1967, was unanimously carried. MINUTES Upon motion by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Lester, minutes of January 26 and February 23, 1967 were unanimously approved. ELECTION - CHAIRMAN AND VICE-CHAIRMAN Mr. Gates nominated Mr. Combs to serve as Chairman for the coming year. Moved by'Mr. Lester, seconded by Mr. Jennings that the nominations be closed and that a unanimous ballot for Mr. Combs be cast by the secretary. Motion carried. Moved by Mr. Lester, seconded by Mr. Jackson that RichardStebbins we elected to service as Vice-Chairman. Motion carried unanimously. Business being concluded, the meeting adjourned. THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday .. Except Saturday Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida STATE OF FLORIDA ~ COUNTY OF ST. LUCIE: Before the undersigned authority personally appeared Marion T. Ayers, Sibyl B. Mills, who on oath says that he/she is Publisher, Bus- iness Manager of The .News Tribune, a daily newspaper published at Fort Pierce in St. Lucie County, Florida; that the attached copy of advertisement, being a Notice in the matter of Rezoning of land Ivan Hunter __ in the . Court, was published in said newspaper in the issues of 3/6/67 Affiant further says that the said News Tribun~ is a newspaper published at_Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has been entered as second class mail matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a period of one year next preceding the first pub- lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affiar~ further says that he has neither paid Tmr promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, com- mission or refund for the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the Said newspaper. ~ ~ Sworn to and subsc~ibe~l before me tins 7th_ day of~ March MINUTES - ST LUCIE COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A regular meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, April 27, 1967 in Room 203, Courthouse, at Fort Pierce, Florida, with the following members present: Richard Stebbins, J. V. Waldron, Jack Sewell, A. B. Jackson, Harold Beard and Philip Gates. Also present were: E. J. Tokes, Zoning Director, Leo LaForge, Regional Planner, Ralph B. Wilson, Connty Attorney and Miriam Diem, Secretary. In the absence of the Chairman, vice-chairman Richard Stebbins presided. Proof of Publication was presented showing the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of B. H. J. Davis for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family residential) to B-2 (limited business), for the following described property-. East 175 ft. of Tract 16, Garden City Farms S/D, less road r/W, as recorded in Plat Book 2, page 5A, public records of St, Lucie County, Florida. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Central and Southern Florida Flood Control District Oriel Brice The lma Dixon Patrick Duval Edgewater Ranches Elizie Lovett G. B. Walters Henry RObinson Matthew Davis Alvenia McNeal Eugene Much Charles W. Stone Harvey Williams Arthur J. Harris Matthews Watson Harold I. Holtsberg Board of Public Instruction No. St. Lucie River Drainage Dist. West Palm Beach 505 No. 25th St., Fort Pierce 1700 No. 16th St., Fort Pierce 431 Dundas Court, Fort Pierce P. O. Box 673, Fort Pierce 2507 Avenue S, Fort Pierce 444 Means Court, Fort Pierce 1103 No. 13th St., Fort Pierce P. O. Box 1115, Fort Pierce 526 No. 12th St., Fort Pierce 2512 Avenue R, Fort Pierce 328 So. 2nd St., Fort Pierce 2510 Avenue R, Fort Pierce 1850 38th Place, Vero Beach 1803 N. 25th St., Fort Pierce 1908 Oleander Ave., Fort Pierce P. O. Box 490, Fort Pierce P.O. box 191, Fort Pierce Mr. Davis was present at the hearing, stating he petitioned for rezoning so that a gas station and other business buildings could be located on the property described. No one objected to the petition being granted. A letter was received from the Central and Southern Florida Flood Control District (adjacent property owner) stating there was no objection to the re~oning requested so long as the District's right-of-way was not encroached upon. In executive session, following the public hearing, a land use map of .the area was studied. The area is residential in character and there appears to be a steady increase in the number of new homes being constructed. Mr. LaForge, Regional Planner, reported he had visited the property and, because it is a growing residential district of some size, a convenience-type commercial area, like that planned by Mr. Davis is ideal and will fill a definite need. The property abuts a can&l on the North and it is more than 250 ft. from school property. Also, by rezoning this area as a convenience-type shopping center,-~erhaps it will be possible to keep the remainer of this portion of 25th Street from becoming a strip commercial thoroughfare. Mr. LaF~rge stated that should further business zoning be requested in the general area, the need for it should be pro~ed before rezoning is granted. It was moved by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Waldron that it be recommended to the Board of COunty Commissioners that Mr. Davis' petition be granted, beCause the type of shopping area he proposes to construct is needed by the expanding residential district surrounding it and the widening of 25th Street has made it a ma~or traffic artery North and South. By a show-off, ands vote the motion carried unanimously. April 27, 1967 (continued) -_ - - - -- PUBLIC HEARING,, Petition of W. H. Hitt for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (residential) to M2 (industrial), for the following described property: Tracts B-1 and C-2 of Taylor's S/D, as recorded-.in Plat Book 9, page 12, and a strip of land res road as in DBK 66, page 245, public records of Lucie County, Florida. for Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners,, as follows: Hazel C. Higg~ns Caribee Colony, Inc. Gertrude E. Jorgensen Betty Grimes Katherine Goettner Paul R. Hoskins Franklin L. Carpenter Ray Lein Robert Terry, Sr J. Patrick Beacom Roberta F. Peed R. R. Summerlin Ethel Rogers R. C. Haynesworth Nora Shaw Albin Friland C. V. Padrick John B. Calhoun Dorothy E. Brubach Emma Davis Amos E. Tahlier George F. Gittere Arthur W. Brewer willis E. Brewer D. E. Calhoun Annette Enterprises Arthur D. Channing George S. Backus Frank H. Samuel 3015 No. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce 3004 No. Indian-~iver Dr., FOrt Pierce 317 E. Denver St., Rapid City, S. D. 209 AirpOrt Rd., Fort Pierce, Fla. 141 Chamberlaind Blvd., Fort Pierce 706 So. 6th St., Fort Pierce~ 137 Chamberlain Blvd., Fort ~ierce P. O. Box 403, Fort Pierce 2825 No. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce 2811 No. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce 2805 No. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce 2801 No. Indian River Dr., Fort pierce 2713 No. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce P. O. Box 3572, Fort Pierce 2707 No. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce 2731 Old Dixie Hwy, Fort Pierce 827 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce 2721 Old Dixie Hwy., Fort Pierce 2711 Old Dixie Hwy., Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 82, Fort Pierce 206 Chamberlain Blvd.., Fort Pierce 2103 Golfview COurt, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 76, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 76, Fort Piecce Rt. 2, Box 70, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 74, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 79, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 78, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 77, Fort P~erce Mr. Hitt was present at the hearing. He identified the property for which he requests rezoning as lying just NOrth of the North city limits of the City of Fort Pierce, rather peculiar in shape, located between the.FEC RR tracks and Old Dixie Highway, 1000 ft. in length, and ~80 ft. wide at its widest point. Several years ago the property was ueed for industrial purposes which, in Mr. Hitt's opinion, is an appropriate use for land between a highway and a railroad track. It was zoned residential which, Mr. Hitt stated, is in error since it is not suitable for residential purposes. Since being zoned residential Mr. Hitt has not been able to sell or rent it. Mr. Jackson inquired of Mr. Hitt what he intended to do with the property she the petition for rezoning be granted. Mr. Hitt replied that~it would then be suitable for any industry or business that required both a railroad siding and a highway. Mr. Hitt confirmed that he had no immediate use for it. Mr. Stebbins inquired of Mr. Hitt if he had ever used the warehouse now on the property. Mr. Hitt answered that he had built it and had used it. He stated he had also entered into a contract with someone who wanted to use the property immediately North of the warehouse and also entered into a contract for a loan to build another warehouse but was denied a building permit because of the zoning. This, Mr. Hitt said, was an example of the loss of income he has suffered. John B. calhoun objected t~ the petition being granted. He lives across fromthe warehouse. He stated there is not enough room for trucks to load and. unload and that when the warehouse was in use trucks did block the highway. Mrs. CalhoUn added that trucks tore down their hedge and fence when using the Warehouse. Mrs. Dorothy Brubach testified that trucks using the war~hoUse damaged her. proper ty. Mr. Charles Lelly confirmed Mrs. Calhoun's statements. to the letter, dated April 18, 1967, which he had sent to the Comm this public hearing, in protest. Mr. Lelly stated that in he included in his letter he wanted to point out that in the area where he lives, just West of A1A, the assessed value of the property for 1966 is $154,550. These are homes and the residents have a large investment. eferred to in formation April 27, 1966 (continued) Mrs. Albin Friland, adjacent property owner, protested to the rezoning and commented that the use of the warehouse would mean danger for the many children who use the Old Dixie Hwy. to travel to and from school. Vance Smith stated he lives East of Mr. ~itt's property and objected to the requested rezoning particularly because of the nearby school. He_noted that trailers are usually 50 ft. long and there would not be sufficient room for loading and unloading with safety. Robert Terry, Sr.. spoke in protest. He stated he sympathizes with Mr. Hitt and appreciates his problem and if anything can be done to help him within reason that would be fine, but he opposes industrial zoning. The people residing in this community have chosen the location because it is quiet and he wants to see it remain so. to Dr. Paul Hoskins objected, referring/the valuable residential property on the East. He agreed with Mr. Terry that if some s~itable use for the Hitt property could be worked out, that would be fine. J. Patrick Beacom stated he was present as an adjacent property owner and as an official of the Village of St. Lucie. The entire community of_St. Lucre is very much concerned about this petition. Mr. Beacom pointed out that to grant Mr. Hitt's pe~i~ion would be spot zoning. He stated Mr. Hitt's land is valued at $4500_and the building at $1940#~ that in considering the petition the value of Mr. Hitt's property must be compared with the much greater value of property which makes up the St. Lucie community, not only the Village of St. Lucie. The entire community has 65 pieces of property which have a value of slightly less than one million dollars, and this figure was secured from the Tax Assessor's office. He stated that it is most important that the Planning and Zoning Board give every consideration to the effect spot zoning would have on the entire community. Mr. Beacom further stated he wants Mr. Hitt to understand that everyone feels a property owner has a right to improve his property and try to recover some gain from what he has purchased. Mr. Beacom suggested that considering the value of his property, perhaps Mr. Hitt would consider making an offer to a group, whether it be the County or maybe a group of individuals, or the Village of St. Lucie, to form a combine that might be able to raise enough money to purchase the property with the thought in mindQit might be included in the open space program. Mr. Beacom further stated that he understands the County is still considering widening Old Dixie Highway and, in .this event, it would be necessary to acquire part of this property, for additional right-of-way. In_answer to a question by Mr. Stebbins, Mr. Beacom said he has not discussed his proposal with Mr. Hitt but that he would be happy to do so if, for instance, the price would be commensurate with residential, not commercial, zoning. The following also opposed the proposed rezoning: Mrs. R. C. Hayneswok~h, Raymond King, Anne Van Tyle, Amos Tahlier and Mrs. Nora Shaw. Mr. Stebbins read letters of protest from the following: Charles C. Lelly, Mr. and Mrs. Frank H. Samuel, Mrs. George S. Backus, Mrs. A. E. Higgins, Karl and Ruth ~{elseth. Mr. Stebbins stated that in view of Mr. Beacom's suggestion, the situation has becmme somewhat unusual; however., one of several steps may be taken: The Commission can act on the petition, either favorably or unfavorably and it would then go to the Board of County Commissioners for another public hearing and further consideration. The Commission could act to table, giving the parties concerned an opportunity to follow through on Mr. Beacom's suggestion. 3. In view of the opposition expressed, Mr. Hitt might choose to withdraw. Mr. Hitt expressed appreciation for Mr. Beacom's provocative suggestion and stated he would like to discuss the matter further, with his lawyer and all other interested. He approved of tabling the petition for a reasonable length of time; although there is no urgency he would like to bring the matter to a conclusion within the next few months. Mr. Beacom spoke again because he wished to clarify one point, - he was not speaking ~er the people of St. Lucie Village when making his proposal as to the ultimate disposal of the land. In this he was speaking as an individual, hoping others in the community would join him in trying to find a satisfactory solution to the problem. It was moved by Mr. Beard, seconded by Mr. Jackson, that further consideration of this petition be tabled until June 22, 1967. By a show-of-hands vote the motion carried unanimously. April 27, 1967 HEARING, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA, That a p~blic hearing shall be held on April 27, 1967, at 7:30 P.M. in the County Commission meeting room in the Courthouse, at Fort Pierce, Florida, on the following proposed amendments to the Compre- hensive Zoning Resolution for St. Lucie County: 1. Amend paragraph 2 (f) of Section 13 to read as follows: "After issuance the permit shall be conspicuously posted near the front door of the mobile home. The cost of the permit shall be $10.00 and permits are renewable without additional charge, subject to the provisions of this resolution." o SUBDIVISIONS. ae Add paragraph 7, Section 13, MOBILE HOMES IN MOBILE HOME~ One mobile home may be placed on each lot in a Mobile Home Subdivision and used for residential purposes only. A permit for such use must be secured from the enforcing officer. The cost of such permit shall be $10.00. Before the permit shall issue, the applicant shall submit plans, in duplicate, for installing such mobile home and the enforcing official shall inspect such plans to make certain the proposed-installation meets the terms of this resolution, the Mobile Home Subdivision Regulations, and necessary health and safety regulations. No one appeared to speak for or againRt the Resolution. It was moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Jackson that the amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution, as proposed, be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners for approval, since approval of these amendments will make fees and regulations for the installation of mobile homes uniform in all Zoning Districts where mobile homes are permitted, except mobile homes in mobile home parks. By a show-of-hands vote the motion carried unanimously. MINUTES Upon motion by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Waldron the minutes of March 23, 1967 were unanimously approved. THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and SundaY m Except Saturday Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF ST. LUCIE: Before the undersigned authority personally appeared Marion T. Ayers, Sibyl B. Mills, who on oath says that he/she is Publisher, Bus- iness Manager of The News Tribune, a daily newspaper published at Fort Pierce in St. Lucie County, Florida; that the attached copy Of advertisement, being a Notice in the matter of Zoning change-B.HoJ. Davis and W. H. Hitt in the was published in said newspaper in the issues of Court, Affiant further says .that the said News Tribu~e is a newspaper published at Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in Said St. Lueie County, Florida, each day except Saturday .and has been entered as second class mail matter at the post office in l~ort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a period of one year next preceding the first pub- lication '6f'the atta-c~,ed copy of advertisement; and affiant further says that he has neither 1~alff~or pro~ed any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, eom- n~lo~0~'refu~for~i.:t~e, purpose .of securing this advertiseme~it for publication in the Sworn te_and~-sub'sc~bed ~efore me 1967 -' ~ ,,8UC STATE of FL~"ID~G~ubHc MY COMMISSION ~PIRES DEC. 13, 1967 ~OND~D THROUGH FRED ~. D~O~ MINUTES - PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A regular meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, May 25, 1967 in the Commission Meeting Room in the Courthouse, Fort Pierce, Florida, with the following ~resent: C. H. Combs, Harold Beard, J. F. Waldr~on and Philip Gates; also Leo LaForge, Regional Planner, E. J. Tokes, Zoning Director, Ralph B. Wilson, County Attorney, and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Mr. Combs, Chairman, presided. Proof of Publication was presented showing that the public hearings scheduled to be held at this time were duly advertised. A quorum was not present. The County Attorney ruled that the Board could take no formal action, but could hear~all persons present and action could be taken on the information contained in the minutes. PETITION OF HAROLD L. THOMPSON The Zoning Director reported an error had been made in that three adjacent property owners had not been notified of the petition and public hearing. The County Attorney ruled the petition would have to be readvertised and proper notices sent. PETITION OF BILL HURD Petition of Bill Hurd (on behalf of Mrs. Charlotte Me~ritt) for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC ('residential)ahd B-3 (arterial business) to B-4 (gene=al business), for the following described property: SW¼ of Lot 19, less Rd. r/w, S/D of Part of Sec. 3-36-40 and Begin 16 Chs North of SW corner of NE%, run East 5 Cbs, No. 7 Chs, West 5 Cbs and South to beg., less Rd r/w and less North 1 acre to Jerolman, Section 3-36-40, St. Lucie County, Florida. Ajprevious petition for a change in zoning classification for the above property, plus the Waters property adjacent on the East, was heard by the Planning and Zoning Commission Feb. 23 and March 23, 1967, with recommendation to the Board of County Com- mission that the petition be denied. At the hearing before~the County Commission on April 25, 1967 petitioner was advised to file a new petition omitting the Waters parcel to which considerable opposition was directed. The Merritt property is approximately 260' x 660', with 2 hours and a monument works thereon, the South line being 627 ft. from Midway Road. The Zoning Resolution requires that when a B-4 District abuts a residential District, without a separator, a 25 ft. year yard must be provided. Such a yard may be used for walkways, driveways or landscaping but not for any other purpose. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: I. M. Waters Bishop C. F. Carroll Blum, Inc. Gustav H. Perrin Fleet Services, Inc. S. S. Neal Harold A. Strauss Larter, Olney & Jeru, Tr. John Conrad John J. Kearney P. O. Box 3190, Fort Pierce 922 DuPont Bldg., Miami 18 No. Highland, Titusville 4760 So. Federal Hwy., Fort Pierce 1108 West 1st St., Fort Pierce 4851 So. Fede=al Hyw, Fort Pierce P. O. Box 1212, Stuart 562 Suffolk, Lowell, Mass. 392 Midway Rd., Fort Pierce 508 So. 8th St., Fort Pierce Jerry James, ATtorney for Mrs. Merritt, pointed out that, as recommended by the Board of County Commissioners, the petition under consideration at t~is time deals with the Merritt property only; that since the Waters property was deleted the requested rezoning would, have no effect on the Traub S/D nor would the property to be rezoned affect the Church!; therefore opposition from residential property on the ~a~ and the Church should no longer exist. John Conrad, adjacent property owner, sp~ke in favor of the requested rezoning. Mr. Floyd Gallant who identified himself as living on Midway Road, next to Mr. Conrad, stated he had n o objection since the truck stop would be similar to everyone May 25, 1967 .(continued) in the qene~al area. Guido Mesito stated he operated a service station at Midway Road and U. S. ~1 for 16 years and owns property on Midway Road. Does not believe the requested rezoning would hurt the neighborhood; in fact, believe' some activity would help the community. C. R. P. Brown, Attorney, stated he represents Mr. Sanfor'd Neal and Mr. Harold Strauss, adjacent property owners. He presented a petition, with ~ signatures, reading as follows: "We the undersigned are against granting any change in the zoning classification allowing the construction and operation of a Truck Stop on the east side of U. S. ~1 on the Merritt Property." Mr. Brown stated the deletion of the Waters property from this petition is recognized but the position of his clients remains unchanged asa at the first hearing of this Board. He questioned why, if all of the and Waters land was needed originally, it is not needed now; that perhaps the plan is to try for the lesser amount and, if this petition is successful, another petition for rezoning the Waters property will follow later. Mr. Brown again cited the safety factor as being one reason a ~ruck stop should not be permitted ~on an arterial highway. He referred to the several heavy industries to the North of the iMerritt property, pointing out they were there before zoning and are obviously not propertly located; however, the situation should not be worsenby committing a further error. Gustav Perrin, owner of property which abuts the Mer~itt property on the North, opposed the petition, calling it spot zoning and pointing out that if this petition is granted other petitions will follow for the same purpose. If the petition is granted it will be detrimental to the South approach to Fort Pierce. Mr. Perrin stated further he he had approached young Mr. Me~iitt with an offer to buy 100' - 150' of the Merritt property, offering quite a bit more than she is being offered at the present time. The Minister of the Community Christian Church spoke in opposition. Since the Waters property was withdrawn the Church property does not lie within 300 ft. of the property to be rezoned, but he and members of his congregation present wished to record an objection. The Minister stated he was a truck driver at one time, knows something about truck stops and that they do not enhance anything. The Church has $65,000 invested in the Church property and hope at some time to be able to expand. They have assumed an indebtedness for fifteen years and they will have to stay in their present location for this period of time. Declared a truck stop on the Merritt property would devalue the Church property and it would be an injustice to the members of the church. He stated there was a great deal of other property available for a truck stop which ~uld not bring on these complications. He, tOO,. stated if this petition is granted the door would be open "and they will come in from all directions". ~wo letters were read, as follows: GENTLEMEN: The White City Improvement Club at the regular May meeting discussed the matter of re-zoning the Merritt Propery on U. S. ~1 tO permit the building and operation of a Truck Stop. It was the unanimous opinion of the membership present that the White City Improvement Club go on record as being opposed to the granting of this petition. It was instructed to notify you of this action of the membership of the club. Very truly yours, s/ Arthur ~{. Lennox, iPres. WHITE CITY IMPROVEMENT CLUB May 25, 1967 (continued) GENTLEMEN: The Beverly Trailer Park has operated a facility to rent trailer Parking space for the past five (5) years. Our ability to maintain, operate, pay taxes and amortize our investment in this Trailer Park is contingent on keeping our trailer spaces rented. We have twenty five (~5) trailer spaces for rent. Every~night seventy five (75) persons are sleeping in the park. The proposal to establish a twenty-four hour operation of a Truck Stop across U. S. $1 from the Beverly Trailer Park would do this business irreparable financial damage. The tenants of our spaces would leave the park if fumes and the noise level presented~them from proper rest and sleep. Diesel Semi=rigs towing trailers (Southbound) would be hitting the air brakes immediately in front of our place in order to start gear- ing down to turn east into the truck stop. On proceeding North on U. S. ~1 in front of the park, the ~rucks wo~ld be gunning through their gears to proceed in high gear. We, as owners and operators of the Beverly Trailer Park respect- fully request that the petition for Zoning classification change be denied - as the proposed business adversely affects the operation of an established business. Respectfully submitted, s/ Harry B & Madelyn J. Ashmen Sanford Mr./Neal noted the Beverly Trailer Court is at Weatherbee~Road, 2500 ft. North of the Merritt p~operty. ~m Neal opposed the petition speaking of the dangerQus traffic problems which would generate from the truck stop on the Merritt property and quoted traffic accident statistics at Midway Road and U. S. $1, where accidents have generated claims amounting to over $100,000. He referred, too, to housekeeping problems for a truck stop on a shallow lot. Mr. Neal stated that Alvin A. Acton, a traffic engineer, had, at his request made a traffic survey of the area under ~iscussion and was to be present to submit his report. In ~is absence, Mr. Neal advised he would present Mr. Acton's report, in writing, at the earliest possible date. Mr. James asked Mr. Neal whether or not he had hired Mr. Acton, to which Mr. Neal replied that he had. Mr. James questioned a statement made previously that truck stops should not be located on arterial highways, but should be on secondary roads. He felt this would be economically unfeasible and would involve the very undesirable situation of having truck stops in residential areas, where generally secondary roads are located. He further stated he had not expected additional opposition from the Church, since the Church property is not within 300 ft. of the Merritt property. Also, the Church chose to build next to a non- conforming use (Mr. Conrad's trucking businees) in an area leaning towards business and industrial zoning. With regard to the letters which were read, Mr. James felt these were not legitimate objections because the properties covered in the letters were not directly affected. Mr. Neal spoke of the fact truck stops are necessary but should be planned and located to serve truck traffic on future 1-95. He then mentioned he understands property North of the Merritt land is zoned properly for a truck stop. Mr. Hurd said Mr. Neal was no doubt referr&ng to the Kerr property; it is zoned proper~ for a truck stop but the priceis not right. Mr. Kerr is asking $65,000. The existing packing house would be of no use to Mr. Hockaday and would have to be demolished, whi;ch would mean half the market value would be gone. In executive session, the Chairman asked for an informal expression from each Board member~ adding that what must be considered is what is best for St. Lucie County. Mr. Gates stated he was opposed to granting the original petition and is still opposed because of the White City intereection being so &~se by. Will be interested in the report of the traffic engineer. Mr. Beard expressed doubt about the advisability of using a lot with so little depth for a truck stop. 25, 1967 While there is always the desire to help the individual, we should decide if this is the way we want to develop U. S. ~1 and expressed a desire to see an over-all plan. Mr. Waldron commented that truck stops are a necessary evil - we must put them somewhere. Mr. LaForge stated Mr. Beard is right - there should be an overall plan which we do not have, which helps make a decision at this point especially difficult. Mr. LaForge went on to say he wanted to clarify his previous statement about truck stops on secondary roads - that he did not mean secondary roads per se, passing thru residential zones. What we need is to locate an area suitable for truck stops, possibly at interchanges. He would not approve of routing trucks through a residential area to get to a truck stop. However, a, man has driven a truck for 8 hours, why can't he drive another 10 minutes? U.S. ~1, a major thoroghfare is not suitable for highway truck stops. 1-95 should be considered. Although we don"~ now know the exact location of 1-95 through St. Lucie County, this will be the route the trucks will probably be using because it will be free and fast. Mr. Combs stated he is still against granting the petition. Neither is he in favor of trucks having to go,through residential areas or any part of a residential area. Is also concerned, because B-4 zoning permits so many other things than a truck stop and the approaches to Fort Pierce are bad enough now. Mr. Combs said he knows Mr. Hockaday to be a good operator but doesn't want to see the truck Sto~ located on the Merritt property because of the safety factors and, someday, we may not want all this jdifferent zoning on U. S. ~1. Mr. LaForge stated U. S. ~1 will be the route for motels, restaurants, etc. because these accommodations are not permtted on interstate roads.. Further, the move of population is to the South and the South should be protected. It was agreed an effort should be made to arrange for a special meeting of the Board at 7:30 P.M. on June 1, 1967 to dispose of the Hurd petition. Business being concluded, the meeting was adjourned. MINUTES - PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A special meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, June 1, 1967 in the Commission ~a~eting room in the Courthouse, Fort Pierce, Florida. The following were present: C.H. Combs, Richard Stebbins, J. V. Waldron, Harold Beard, A. B. Jackson, Harry Jennings, Jack Sewell, Leo LaForge, Regional Planner, Robert Matiasek, Asst. Zoning Director, and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Mr. Combs, Chairman, presided. This meeting was called to review the findings of the public hearing held May 25, 1967 on the petition of Bill Hurd (on behalf of Mrs. Charlotte Merritt) for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC and B-3 to B-4 for the following described property: SW% of Lot 19, less Rd. r/w, S/D of Part of Sec. 3-36-40 and Begin 16 Cbs North of SW corner of NE¼, run East 5 Chs~No. 7 Cbs, West 5 Chs and South to beg., less Rd r/w and less North 1 acre to Jerolman, Section 3-36-40, St. Lucie County, Florida. (See minutes of May 25, 1967) FollOwing the meeting of May 25, 1967 the following letter and report were received, as promised by Mr. Sanford Neal, and distributed to members of the Commis s ion: May 26, 1967 Mr. C. H. Combs, Chairman Planning and Zoning Commission St. Lucie County Courthouse Fort Pierce, Florida Dear Mr. Combs: On behalf of Mr. S. S. Neal, I enclose herewith letter from Mr. Alvin A. Acton, Traffic Engineer. This is the report Which Mr. Neal mentioned at the hearing of the Planning Board on Thursday evening, May 25, 1967, and is submitted in connection with the Re- Zoning Petition of Mrs. Charlotte Merritt. For your information Mr. Acton is a graduate of Washington University School of Engineering; he was Deputy Traffic Engineer, St. Louis, Missouri, five years and has been Traffic Engin~r for the City of West Palm Beach, Florida, for 6 years; he is President of the Florida Section of Institute of Traffic Engineering; he is a member of the National Institute Committee on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. We would appreciate the Board giving consideration to this report in connection with the Merritt Petition. I appreciate very much the courtesy extened to me in being allowed to present the argument of Mr. Neal and Mr. Strauss at the hearings before the Board. Sincerely, s/ Charles R. P. Brown Charles R. P. Brown 824 Newark St. West Palm Beach, Fla. 33406 May 25, 1967 Mr. Sanford S. Neal 4851 S. Federal Ft. Pierce, Fla. Dear Mr. Neal: Driveways do in fact create an intersection where they join streets; and, as the number of intersections per mile increases, so does the tendency for the involvement of motor vehicles to have collisions. A booklet titled "Accidents on Main Rural Highways Related to Speed, Driver, and Vehicle" Published by the Bureau of Public Roads in July, 1964 reads in part as follows: "As expected rear-end and angle collisions, particularly, tended to increase as the number of intersections per mile increased. This was true for 2-lane highways both during the day and night and for 4-lane highways during the day. There was also a tendency for head-on collisions to in- crease with number of intersections per mile for 2-lane highways at night and for 4-lane highways during both the day and night." Introducing a driveway to serve a truck stop on heavily travelled U. S. ~1 obviously introduces an element of significant traffice hazard, particularly at a section where the speed limit is 60 mph for trucks and semis. To reduce the hazard significantly it would be necessary to install turn bays of sufficient length to allow for the approaching vehicle to pull safely out of moving traffic. A truck stop constructed on the east side of U. S. ~1 opposite your property should definitely require a southbound left turn bay and a northbound right turn bay. using standard design criteria these boys would require 300' of pavement for taper and 465' for vehicle stopping distance or a total of 765' to pull a tractor trailer out of traffic and stop it before turning without interfering with through traffic. This would be a cost of roughly $8,000 for each bay not counting any complica- tions involving culverts and drainage ditch protection 'needed along the northbound right turn bay. Routinely the State Road Department would ask that the cost of this improvement be borne by the developer. A S~ate Road Departmsnt Traffic count which was made approximately May!, 1967 showed 13,856 vehicles on U. S. ~1 at a point 300' north of Midway Rd. (SR 712) which carried approximately 2,500 vehicles per day at the same time. (Information provided by Mr. John Wilson, State Road Depart- ment, District Traffic and Planning Engineer for District 4). Obviously about this same volume of traffic can be expected to be using U. S. ~1 past your property and the number will of course increase in the future with natural population growth and the increased use of motor vehicles. The hazard at the intersection of U. S. ~1 and Midway Rd. controlled by a flashing yellow and red traffic light is already obvious ~ased on the 5 injury accidents and 7 property damage accidents reporte~ by the State of Florida Department of Public Safety as having occured from 1965 through February 1967. A traffic engineer's responsibilities regularly involve him in zoning problems; and his opinions are ~egularly sought regarding what the requirements of a particular zone shou~ be and what application should be made of this zone. The zoning now in existence in your area and the observed existing developments would in my opinion not be well served by the erection of a truck stop across the ~oad from you° My personal observations of the site lead me to believe that the operation of a "truck stop" at this location would depreciate nearby property values and create a significant traffic hazard. Very truly yours, s,/ Alvin A. Acton Alvin A. Acton Traffic Engineer Aaa/bt June 1, 1967 (continued) Mr. Beard commented that it is his opinion that the proper location for a truck stop is important; that Mr. Acton's report is logical and makes sense; that he is not sure any place on U. S. ~1 is the proper location for a truck sto½ but that he is firmly against it being placed at the proposed location. Mr. Stebbins stated he was impressed with Mr. Acton's report; that he feels the most dangerous spot on U. S. 4$1 is the present truck stop across from the Farmers Market. Mr. Waldron and Mr. Jackson stated they were opposed. Mr. Combs stated he is concerned about all the things that can go in a B-4 District, not just the proposed truck stop. It was moved by Mr. Stebbins, seconded by Mr. Beard %~hat denial of the Hurd petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because the proposed truck stop itself would create a dangerous traffic situation on U. S. ~1, the property is too ~®se'~o MidWay~Road which is a dangerous intersection with U. S. ~l,and the petition was opposed by the majority of adjacent property owners. A show-of-hands vote on the motion was as follows: For - Combs, Stebbins, Waldron and Beard. Against - Jackson. (Mr. Jennings and Mr. Sewell are shown in the first paragraph of theee minutes as being present; they arrived late and were not present when this vote was taken). KIN~REY PROPERTY - OLD AIRPORT U. S. #1 Mr. Stebbins stated he has observed the most unattractive condition of the Kingrey property at the old Airport on U. S. ~1, South; that used vehicles and appliances are being sold there, the display is outdoors and is objectionable; in fact it is almost a junk yard. Recommended the Zoning Department check into the situation. Mr. Matiasek reported that he and Mr. Tokes have been working on this problem for two months. Much of the junk has been moved inside of the building and the operator has agreed to erect a fence to conceal the objects that are for sale. TOZOUR vs K.V. KENNELS NO. U.S.W1 Mr. Jackson mentioned the K. V. Kennels on North U. S. ~1, the owners of which had some time ago petitioned, unsuccessfully, for a change in zoning to permit operation of the kennels. S~nce then the kennels has become a pet store. Mr. Matiasek confirmed this and that under present regulations there is no limit to the number of dogs or other animals which may be kept in a pet shop. When the Zoning Dept. checked recently they found approximately 35 dogs there. The.: Keims claimed not to be boarding any dogs. The whole situation will probably be resolved by legal procedure, since the Touzours have sued for an injunction. COMMERCIAL V~HICLES AND SCHOOLS BUSES PARKED IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS Mr. Combs reported that Mr. Tokes asked him to call the Board's attention to the problems generated by the regulations governing the parking of commercial vehicles and school buses in residentially zoned areas. Reference was made to Section 11, page 29, para. 7 of the Zoning ResolUtion. Mr. LaForge's interpretation is as follows: Anyone having a one-ton truck or a vehicle of less capacity may park on his residential property. Anyone having a vehicle of over 1-ton capacity may park it on ~is ~residential lot but it must be under cover. In areas other than residential, permitted non-residential uses may utilize and park on their premises such commercial or other vehicles as may be necessary and customary for such uses, but YoU~::cannot park-aschoolb~s there~ :~At~:the~'sa~e~t~me, ~t.'does not~'~ayYo~ c~nnot park a school bus in a residential area. ~e Board unanimously agreed to request the County Attorney to presRnt an interpretation of this portion of the Zoning Resolution at the Board's next meeting. PETS - WHAT IS AND WHAT IS NOT. A PET? The Zoning Department finds difficulty in dealing with this problem; the Resolution is not clear on the point and has no teeth in it. Mr. LaForge noted the Zoning Resolution does not define "pet". The schedule of District Regulations stated that in A-1 certain animals can and cannot be raised. ~e recommended the Zoning Resolution be amended to clarify what is and what is not a pet. Everyone considers a dog a pet. But, assume a German Sheppard roams the neighborhood and gets into trouble and then the problem is the pet has become a nuisance, the neighbors are frightened andhave a legitimate have recourse in the courts. However, all Planning and Zoning and members of the Board of County Commissioners may not feel have to resort to the courts. It must be kept in mind that in concerning pets come down to b~ing personal disputs between and Zoning Commission and, finally, the Board of County Comm~ whether or not it should be the responsibility of the Zoning such matters. The neighbors members ~hbors should instances disputes The Planning s must determine )r to determine It was agreed the members should consider this problem and it will be discussed again at next meeting of the Board. VIRGINIA AVENUE ZONING Mr. Combs stated he feels the Planning and Zoning Commission should again take up the matter of zoning for Virginia Avenue. He referred to the P-1 category which had been designed and adopted with Virginia Avenue in mind,~but had never been applied. Moved by Mr. Sewell, seconded by Mr. Jennings that a public hearing be held in June to apply P-1 (Professional) zoning to Virginia Ave. After discussion, Mr. Jennings withdrew his second to the motion and Mr. Sewell his motion. Mr. LaForge was requested to prepare a recommendation on Virginia Avenue for the June meeting. Business being concluded, the meeting was declared adjourned. THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday -- Except Saturday Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida STATI~ OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF ST. LUCIE: Before the undersigned authority personally appeared NIarion T. Ayers, Sibyl B. Mills, who on oath says that he/she is Publisher, Bus- iness Manager of The News Tribune, a daily newspaper published at Fort Pierce in St. Lucie County, Florida; that the attached copy of Notice in the matter of advertisement, being a Zoning change Thompson & Merritt in the was published in said newspaper in the issues of Court, Affiant further says that the said News Tribuue is a newspaper published at Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has been entered as second class marl matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a period o£ one year next preceding the first pub- lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affian't further says that he has neither paid r~or promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, com- mission or refund for the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the said newspaper. Sworn to and'~bScribed before me th~s __. ioth ,_ day of~ ~:':MaY ~E~L) ', P. ~-.~ ~No~ Public ? HCffhR¥ PUS~IJ STATE ~.1FLORIDA et L-ARGE MINUTES - ST LUCIE COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, June 22, 1967 in the Commission Meeting Room in the Courthouse at Fort Pierce, Florida. The following were present: C.H. Cuunbs, John Lester, J. V. Waldron,Richard Stebbins, Jack Sewell, Philip Gates, A. B. Jackson and Harold Beard. Also, E. J. Tokes, Zoning Director, Leo LaForge, Regional Planner, Ralph B. WilSon, County Attorney and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Mr. Combs, chairman, ~esided. Proof of Publication was presented showing the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. PETITION OF W. H. HITT - (continued from meeting of April 27, 1967) Letter was read, as follows: June 19, 1967 Hon. C. H. Combs Chairman, Planning and Zoning Commission St. Lucie County Court House FOrt Pierce, Florida 33450 Dear Mr. Combs: I wish to withdraw my petition for a change in zoning classification for property on old Dixie Highway that is scheduled for a hearing at 7:30 P.M. Thursday, June 22, 1967, in Room 303, Court House, Ft. Pierce, Florida. Please extend to all members of your commission and other concerned public officials my thanks and appreciation for their courtesies and careful consideration of my request. Sincere ly, s/ WHH:prh cc: Hon. J. Patrick Beacom Town of St. Lucie, Florida W. H. Hi tt Mr. Beacom was present, stating that he had purchased the property from Mr. Hitt, and that he will not ask for a zoning change. Hopes the property can be included in the Open Space Program as a mini-park or something of that sort. No further consideration of this petition necessary. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Harold L. Thompson for a change in zoning classification, f~om R-lC (residential) to A-1 (agriculture) for the following described property: N½ of NE% of NE% of NE% Section 24, Township 35 South, Range 39 East, said.land also described as the N½ of Lot 1 in the NE% of Boston_~ and Florida Atlantic COast Land ~ompanies Subdivision in Section 24-35-39, as per plat on file in Plat Book 3, page 32, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. This property is located on Jenkins Road, at Canal %37. It is in grove and petitioner wants A-1 zoning so the land use will conform with the zoning classifica- tion and in order that a trailer may be placed there for use of a caretaker. .He hopes to build a home on the p~operty eventually. Mr. Thompson ~as present at the hearing. She stated all the land included in the petition is 'in groVe an~ they want A-1 zoning so that they can do the things necessary to maintain the grove properly. There are five acres. Martin B. Baumker was present. He had no objection to the Thompson petition, nor was objection received from any other source. It was noted that the Russell Burd property, adjacent on the North, was~recently zoned to A-1. A review of the land use in the area shows that most of it is in grove. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Martin B. Baumker Bon Chance Groves, Inc. Anthony P. Woyeski Sidney M. Banack, Jr. Russell K. Burd L. D. Quarles Thomas H. Yagerlener Theresa D. Whitice Michael Perri 3712 Orange Ave., Fort Pierce P. O. Box 281, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 576, Fort Pierce 1642 20th St., Vero Beach Rt. 4, Box 572, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 580, Fort Pierce- Rt. 4, Box 585-A, Fort Pierce Rt. 4,Box 581, Fort Pierce P. O. Box 1805, Fort Pierce unanimously carried, In Executive Session following the public hearing, by motion,the Planning and Zoning ~ommission recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that the Thompson petition be granted since the property isplanted in grove, A-1 zoning will permit the owner to do those things necessary to operate the grove property and it would be an extension of A-1 zoning which prevails to the North and West. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Floyd E. Braatz for a change in zoning classification, from B-3 (business) to M-2 (industry) for the following described property: South 1/2 of North 307.5 ft. of E½ of SE% of NE¼ of SW~, less U. S. %1 right-of-way, Section 34, Town- ship 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Petition is doing business as Pan American Builders Supplies:, The business was established and in operation prior to zoning and was zoned B,3 although it did not conform to this classification. Petitioner now wants to gain conf6rmity for his own benefit and in the event he is able to sell the business. The property adjacent on the North is zoned M-2, having been rezoned to this category not too'long ago upon petition of Christie Politis and Ed M. Radke. Mr. Braatz was present at the hearing. which was a part of the written petition. He confirmed the information above No opposition to the petition being granted was received from any source. In Executive Session following the public hearing, permitted uses in M-2 zoning were reviewed. Also, the history of the M-2 zoning which Was granted some time ago to Messrs. Politis and R~dke for the land adjacent on the North. The Politis-Radke land has never been utilized for M-2. Mr. Tokes confirmed petitioner sta~edoto him that he does'want to sell the business. It was explained to him the business could continue as a non-conforming use regardless of ownership but Mr. Braatz chose to petition for a change to M-2 wherein the business would be conforming. In discussion the Qommission considered the many undesirable uses to which this property could be converted under an M-2 classification. Agreed that an error appears to have been made in recommending approval of the Politis-Radke petition. Mr. LaForge urged the Commission to give every consideration to keeping U S %1, especially U. S. %1 South, as attractive as possible, reserving it for tourist- oriented industries, since this is the only tourist route through Fort Pierce. Mr. Stebbins reported the Regional Planning Council is strongly in favor of tourist industries for St. Lucie County. A recent survey report of the County recommended concentration on tourism, and shows 43,000 tourists presently come here this year. The object is to increase this number considerably. Mr. LaForge also pointed out the county has an abundance of industrial zoning at the present time, quite a bit of it desirably concentrated, but 8~ - 90% is vacant. Moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Lester that this petition be tabled until the July meeting of the Commission, with Mr. Tokes to inquire into and make a report on Politis - Radke plans for the property to the North at that time. The vote was as follows: Ayes - Lester, Jackson, Gates. Nayes - Beard, Stebbins, Combs, waldron. Abstained -Sewell. ~otion lost. June 22, 1967 (continued) Moved by Mr. Beard, seconded by Mr. Waldron, that the petition be den~ed, because M-2 zoning on U. S. ~1 downgrades the area, and an e~or made by the Commission in recommending approval of a petition for M-2 zoning adjacent on the North should not be compounded, and denial of the petition will not handicap the operation of the business located on the property whi;ch may continue as a nnn-conforming use. The vote was polled: Ayes: Beard, Stebbins, Waldron, Gates, Combs. Nayes: Lester, Sewell, Jackson. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Christie Politis Danlia M. Robbins John A. Chutas Georgia L. Hardwick Edm~nd M. Radke William H. Richards Pinson Fields Mary E. Richards Estate Alter Lee Mauldin Francis T. Bunn Joseph L. Segrist Guy E. Gowdy 2450 Van Buren St., Hollywood, Fla. 4143 So. Federal Hwy., Fort Pierce 1813 Edgevale Rd., Fort Pierce 205 W. Ocean Blvd., Stuart, Fla. 4052 Greenwood Dr., Fort Pierce 504-B Tumblin Kling Rd., Fort Pierce 510 Tumblin K!ing Rd., Fort Pierce 502-A Tumblin Kling Rd., Fort Pierce 502-A Tumblin Kling Rd., Fort Pierce 502 Tumblin Kling Rd., Fort Pierce P. O. Box 3781, Fort Pierce 181 NE 161 st. St., North Miami Beach PUBLIC HEARING Petition of George B. Walters, joined by Henry Rob inson and Matthews Watson, for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (one=family dwelling) to B-2 (limited business), for the following described property: Begin at NE corner of Tract 17, run South 330 ft., th West 150 ft., th North 330 ft., th East 150 ft., to P.O.B., less East 50 ft. for road r/w, GARDEN CITY FARMS SUBDIVISION, as recorded in Plat Book 2, page 5-a, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. This property lies immediately South of the B.H.J. Davis property which was recently rezoned to B-2 for a convenience-type neighborhood shopping center, and is directly across from the Garden City School on No. 25th St. Mr. Walters was present at the hearing. He stated since 25th St. is paved and is a truck route it seems the best use of the property would be for business. There is someone interested in installing a coin laundry. There is a building on Mr. Walters' property which was moved there. Mr. Walters said it is not worth much although presently it is rented and used as a home. He said he is prepared to demolish the structure to provide for business. There is an old. building constructed of used block on the South end of the property, not suitable for business. New construction would have to be provided for any business established. No one opposed the petition. In Executive Session following the public hearing Mr. LaForge pointed out that although 25th St. is now two-laned at this point, it is a direct route to the Airport and, someday, may be four-laned. Mr. Lester, a member of this Board, stated the School Board had received notice of this petition, had discussed it, and there was no objection. ~ved by Mr. Sewell, seconded by Mr. Gates that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be granted, because this is one of only two remaining blocks between the City Limits and the Canal zoned residential and business appears to be the general trend. The vote was polledas follows: Ayes: Sewell, Gates, Stebbins, Combs, Waldron. Nays: Beard and Jackson. Abstained: Lester. Prior to the public hmaring notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: B. H. J. Davis Oriel Brice Alvenia McNea! The lma Dixon Patrick Duval Edgewater Ranches Elizie Lovett Eugene Much Charles S tone P. O. Box 1115, Fort Pierce 1103 No. 13th St., Fort Pierce 526 No. 12th St., Fort Pierce 1700 No. 16th St., Fort Pierce 431 Dundas Ct., Fort Pierce P.O. Box 673, Fort Pierce 2507 A~enue S, Fort Pierce 2512 Avenue R, Fort Pierce 328 So. 2nd St., Fort Pierce June 22, 1967 (continued) Harvey Williams Arthur J. Harris Riverside Co. Ella Johnson Nathaniel Chaney David Barr W. A. Palmer Lucius B. Demery Lawrence Breux Many Gilbert Harold I. Holtsberg Board of Public Instruction 2510 Avenue R, Fort Pierce 1850 38th Place, Veto Beach 1102 Avenue D, Fort P~erCe 1707 No. 25th St., Fort Pierce 3103 Avenue R, Fort Pierce 17'01 No.25th St., Fort Pierce 1102 Avenue D, Fort Pierce 2512 Avenue Q, Fort erce Rt. 1, Box l105-D, Beach 2504 Avenue Q, Fort Pierce 1908 Oleander'Ave., Fort Pierce Fort Pierce PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Guy T. Dolce, joined by Howard and Beverly Schmidt and Louis and Elizabeth Rossire, for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family dwelling) to R-3 (multiple dwelling), for the following described property: The West 100 ft. of East 196.4 ft. of W½ of SE¼ of SE~ of NW¼, less North 150 ft. and less road r/w, and From NW corner of S½ of SE¼ of SE¼ of NW¼, run East 300 ft., South 150 ft., to P.O.B., th continue South 166 ft. m/1 to Cortez Blvd., th East on r/w 200 ft., North 166 ft., West 200 ft. to P.O.B., and East 100 ft. of West 300 ft. of S½ of SE¼ of SE¼ of NW¼, less North 150 ft., and less road r/w, all lying and being in Section 21, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, ~St. Lucie County, Florida. Mr. Dolce requested the change in zoning so that he and his wife can establish and opg~ate a child nursery, which is not permitted in an~R=lC district. They did not have sufficient area to permit rezoning so that their neighbors, to the East and West joined in the petition. Mr. Dolce was present at the hearing and confirmed plans for the child nursery. Mr. Schmidt was also present stating he had joined in the petition especially because he is thinking of making a small apartment on his property. Frank Corso, Sr., adjacent property owner,-expressed his opposition to the petition being granted. This is a nice, quiet neighborhood and he constructed his home here 15 y~ars ago. Later, he wanted to add a trailer on ~s property which he was not permitted to do. This is all right, but doesn*t think the neighborhood should be changed now. Mr. Loveridge, adjacent property owner, does not want to see the neighborhood changed in any way. Many people have invested a great deal of money in their homes and they should be protected. Lots in the area now sell~for $4,000 each. Mr. Corso spoke again, saying he has more than one lot and some of his property is for sale. He. feared he would not be able to sell if the neighborhood was downgraded by less restrictive zoning. Petitioner remarked that perhaps property would sell better~ if the requested rezoning is granted. In executive session following the public hearing it mas moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Stebbins that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be denied, because to grant the petition would be spot zoning (multiple dwelling) in a large area of R-lc zoning. The motion carried unanimously. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property ownezs, as follows: William Loveridge, Jr. Frank Corso, Sr. Esther Mary Richmond Michael Richmond Woodrow W. Patterson Albert G. Kretschmer Jr & M. F. Watkins James E. Kiernan Joseph H. Kiernan Nellie R. O'Riordan Jacob and Theresa Hehn Clover Ganary Raymond Barber St. Lucie County H. C. Petzing Estate 1700 Cortez Blvd., Fort Pierce 1802 Cortez Blvd., Fort Pierce 1804 Cortez Blvd., Fort Pierce 1942 Cortez Blvd., Fort Pierce P.O. Box 234, Fort Pierce 308 So. 8th St., Fort Pierce 1708 Cortez Blvd., FOrt Pierce ~1706 Cortez Blvd., Fort Pierce P. O. Box 3271, Fort Pierce 1702 Cortez Blvd., Fort Pierce 1700 Cortez Blvd., Fort Pierce 2711 So. 19th St., Fort Pierce P. 0. Box 413, Vero Beach June 22, 1967 (continued) Edward H. Sullivan Anthony S. Wa!sh Constance O. Gerola Marion L. Curry Edw. ~. McKenzie Orville Henning Michael Perrotelli & Evelyn Gu~az Robert Fetty Charles L. Garrett John Chutas Lynn W. Nelson John M. Tiffany Elizabeth L~ Rosenb erg Albert J. Laudeman Albert Sorrell 1709 Cortez Ave., Fort Pierce 1713 Ponce de Leon Prado, Fort Pierce 1701 Cortez Ave., Fort Pierce 1518 Cortez Blvd., Fort Pierce 1516 Cortez Blvd., Fort jPierce 1514 Cortez Blvd., Fort Pierce 1 Otter Trail, Westport, Conn. 824 Sherwood Rd., Charleston, W. Va. 2803 Summit St., Fort Pierce 1814 Edgevale Rd., Ft. Pierce 212 So. 25th St., Ft. Pierce 2804 Edgevale Rd., Ft. Pierce 11 Cedar Place, Garden City, LI, N.Y 1718 Edgevale Rd., Ft. Pierce 1714 Edgevale Rd., Ft. Pierce EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES APPROVED Upon motion by Mr. Lester, seconded by Mr. ~a~dron, the minutes of May 25, 1967 were unanimously approved. PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ZONING RESOLUTION - FEE FOR MOBILE HOMES IN AGRICULTURE ZONES AND MOBILE HOME PARKS On May 23, 1967 the Board of County Commissioners held a public hearing on the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission that the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution ~ be amended to provide that a $10.00 permit fee be required for mobile homes in areas zoned A-1 (agriculture) and Mobile Home Subdivisions. The County Commission did not accept the recommendation and referred the matter back to the Planning and Zoning Commission for further consideration. The Board of County commissioners felt the provisions of the proposed amendment should apply not only to mobile homes in A-1 and mobile home subdivisions but to mobile homes in.mobile home parks. The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed their recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners and, after considerable discussion, it was moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Stebbins, and unanimously carried, that no change be made in the original recommendation and that it be sent back to the Board of County Commissioners with a full report of the reasons for said recommendation. The following report was made: TO- BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS FROM: C. H. COMBS, CHR., PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION SUBJECT: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ZONING RESOLUTION -- FEES FOR MOBILE HOMES IN AGRICULTURE ZONESLAND MOBILE HOME PARKS. On June 22, 1967, at the request of the Board of County Commissioners, the Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed their recommendation on the above subject. The proposed amendment was initiated because of a need for uniform regulations governing installation of mobile homes in A-1 (agriculture) districts and Mobile Home Subdivisions. At the preeent time the Comprehsensive Zoning Resolution permits mObile homes in(l) A-1 areas, and (2) mobile home parks. Mobile homes in Mobile Home Subdivisions are not specifically covered because mobile home subdivions were not considered when the current zoning resolution was adopted. To ass_ure proper installation of mobile homes in Mobile Home Subdivisions, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends a permit be required with a fee of $10.00. The fee would cover inspection of electrical connections, set-backs, slab, foundation, compliance with deed restrictions, etc. The $10.00 fee would be paid one time - when a mobile home is installed, exactly as a permit and fee are required when a house is constructed in a subdivision. However, should a mobile home on which a permit has been issued and a fee paid be removed from a lot and another installed, a second permit and fee would be payable to cover the cost of inspection to assure proper installation. June 22, 1967 (continued) The zoning resolution now requires that a permit be secured and a fee of $~.00 paid when a mobile home is located in an'area ~zoned for agriculture, renewable every two years thereafter upo $2.00. This permit includes inspection of .set-backs, electrical etc. The Planning and zoning commission recommends be amended to require a payment of a $10.00 fee when the issued, the permit to be renewed every two years, This two-year renewal is an aid to an inventory of al , slabs, ~Resolu~ion permit is t of a fee. homes in A-1. ~o-year renewals were not considered to be desirable or necessary in mobile home subdivisions since these installations are of a more or less permanent nature. The Planning and Zoning Commission could not agree the $10.00 fee should apply to mobile home parks, as has been suggested by the Board of County Commissioners, because when a mobile home park is constructed a building permit is required, the fee for same being based on the cost of construction. Before the mobile home park is accepted each' mobile home space must pass inspection for electrical hookup, sewage connections, slab, foundation, etc. No future inspections are required so that there is no outlay of time or skill by the Building Department to justify a fee when a mobile home is moved into an already inspected and approved space in a licensed mobile home park. For the above reasons the Planning and Zoning Commission again recommends to the Board of County Commissioners approva~ of the proposed amendment to the Zoning Resolution covering fees and permits for mobile homes in agriculture zones and'm~bile home subdivisions. PROPOSED - MOBILE HOME SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS On May 23, 1967 the Board of County Commissioners referred the proposed Mobile Home S/D Regulations back to the Planning and Zoning C~mmission for further consideration. The County Commissioners questioned 100 ft. r/w for major roads since this is a greater width than required by the county or State° Further, they questioned the lot sizes as noted in the Memorandum dated May 11, 1967, feeling they are too large. At this time the Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed portions of the proposed regulations pertaining to roads and lot sizes. It was moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Beard and unanimously carried, that the Commission again recommend to the Board of County Commissioners approval of road rights-of-way and lot sizes as they appear in the second draft of the mobile home s/d regulations, as proposed, and a memorandum dated May 11, 1967, added thereto. Report to the Board of County Commissioners was made, as follows: On June 22, 1967, at the request of the Board of County Commissioners, the Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed portions of the proposed Mobile Home Subdivision regulations pertaining to street widths and lot sizes. Approval of the proposed street widths and lot sizes is recommended, for th~ following reasons: STREETS RIGHT-OF-WAY Major: 100 ft. or greater if specified in official public plans. Comment: This applies only to Major Roads passing through a subdivision which are required to comply with State Road Department or other governmental agency specificiations as to r/w width. (This may never occur but recommend retaining the regulationS. Collector) Minor ) Alley ) Comment: In no instance do these rights-of-ways exceed the requirements of the present plat filing regulations. The Planning and Zoning Commission feels it most unwise and definitely dangerous,to reduce street widths recommended. Mobile homes grow larger each year, longer and wider. In the interest of safety and convenience it is necessary that the streets be wide enough to accommodate the larger mobile homes. Narrow streets in any subdivision are dangerous but are less acceptable in mobile home subdivisions because of the large vehicles using them and the high population density in such an area. June 22, 1967 (continued) LOT SIZES The Planning and Zoning COmmission recommends the lot sizes in the proposed Mobile Home Subdivision regulat&ons be retained, for the same reasons as stated above. It seems evident large lots are not only desirable for an attractive subdivision but necessary to take care of the very large mobile homes prevelant today and the even larger ones which will no doubt be forthcoming tomorrow. Only a large lot will be able to accommodate the double width mobile homes. A lot must not only accommodate a mobile home, but must provide space for at least one automobile, a slab, patio, etc. The Planning and Zoning Commission urges every consideration be giv&n to maintaining the highest standards for the development of all subdivisions, referring to subdivisions now in existance with substandard streets and lots as sad examples of poor planning. PETSt PROBLEMS OF Mr. Tokes reviewed some of the problems he has because of pets - from cats and dogs to horses. The Zoning Resolution is not very specific on this subject, especially concerning ponys, horses, etc. in residential areas. Mr. LaForge suggested this should not be a problem of zoning; if the pet or pets present a health problem, then it is a matter of the Health Department; if they are a nuisance, then it is a matter for the Sheriff's Department. No conclusions reached; no action taken. 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' (S~II~I~MMB$1OI~'~EXPIRES DE~. 1-3}-~'9~'~tary Public MINUTES - PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was called for 7:30 P.M. Thursday, August 24, 1967 but was postponed until Thursday, August 31, 1967, because a quorum was not present. Those in attendance were: C.H. Combs, J. ~aldron, John Lester and A. B. Jackson. Also, Albert ~omas, Ralph B. ~lson, ~e~ LaForge and Miriam Diem, Secretary. MINUTES - PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A m~eting of the Planning and Zoning Commission for St. Lucie County, Florida, was held at 7:30 P.M. Thursday, August 31, 1967 with members present, as follows: A. B. Jackson, Ric hard Stebbins, J. V. Waldron, Harry Jennings, C. H. Combs, Harold Beard and Philips Gates. Others present: Leo LaForge, Regional Planner, Albert Thomas, Zoning Director and Miriam Diem, Secretary and Ralph Wilson, County Attorney. Proof of Publication was submitted showing the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. C. H. Combs, chairman, presided. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of John E. Minor and John J. Moffett (agent for Nicholas V. Fasano and John J. Moffett, Inc) for a change in zoning classification from R-3 (multiple dwellings) to A-1 (agriculture), for the following described property: W½ of N½ of Lot 10, and E½ of S½ of Lot 2, and NE 6 acres of Lot 9 in Section 15, Township 37 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Property for which rezoning is requested is owned by J. Burr and Cora L. Pruitt. In April 1961 Mr. Pruitt had the property described herein rezoned from A-1 to R-3 for the purpose of establishing a mobile home park. This has not been done. to Rezoning back/~ is requested by petitioners, who are adjoining property owners, in order to bring the zoning into conformity with the surrounding area and to prevent establishment of a mobile home park. Prior to this public hearing, and prior to the hearing on this petition which had been she~uled for August 24, 1967, notice was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Moffett & Fasano J. Burt Pruitt General Development Corp. Tarpon Bay, Inc. John E. Minor Don D. W~ikins, et al Andrew A. Henry City of Port St. Lucie Box 746 Ocean Ridge, Delray Beach, Fla. P O Box 1456, Stuart, Florida P O Box 3690, Fort Pierce Jensen Beach, Fla. P O Box 1705, Stuart, Florida P O Box 9996, Riviera Beach, Fla. 248 Pershing Way, West Palm Beach, Fla. Florida Granvel Kirkland, Attorney, was present at the hearing, representing Mr. Minor (petitioner) and the City of Port St. Lucie. He confirmed information contained in the written petition (above) and displayed a map of the area. He stated that Mr. Minor has a very nice home on his property, which abuts Mr. Pruitt's property now zoned R-3. Although Mr. Pruitt apparently has not developed his land as a trailer park, Mr:. Minor does not want this to happen, since such a development would not enhance the Minors waterfront property. The chairman reported Mr. Pruitt had telephoned him saying he has already started on the project. Mr. Kirkland said he had visited the site and could see no development; that perhaps Mr. Pruitt was referring to the site of his fishing camp where he does have trailers. Martin Flanagan, attorney for Mof~ett & Fasano, West Palm Beach, stated he was in accord with all of Mr. Kirkland's statements. Mr. and Mrs. Pruitt and their attorney, Devitt ~sent. Mr. Adams stated that, in his opinion, this petition is a viola constitutional rights, the constitution of the United States and the State of Florida. This is a situation where one individual is attempting to force Mr. Pruitt ~tify the zoning of his property. Petitioners allege no nuisance and can show no Mr. Adams stated he~thinks~the County has a right to petition not beieve an individual has a right to petition for-the Mr. Adams stated, further, that to his knowledge petit~ Pruitt property was rezoned to R-3. done. reZoning, but does Of another man'S property ~uotest~ when the Mr. Adams confirmed that Mr. Pruitt has not developed the property zoned R-3. At one time General Development Corp. had entered into an agreement to purchase and then defaulted. Then Mr. Pruitt had some health problems, all of which prevented him to using the property as he had planned. Urged the zoning be left as it is, especially since no one has shown need to have it changed. Mr. Jennings inquired about the legality of this petition. Wilson referred to Sec. 22-1-a of the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution which reads, ~ollows: ~A petition for the rezoning of land may be filed by an owner thereof or an owner of land within 300 ft. of the land for which rezoning is sought." Mr. Wilson added that he had never found any litigation on this point and, therefore, has no idea wh~ther or not it would be upheld in court. Mr. Adams commented that he knows of no other Zoning Resolution with a similar provision, although he has not investigated all counties. Mr. Kirktand commented he doubts anyone's constition&l rights are being violated in this petition, Petitioners have acted under regulations in force, and the records ~i~sho~ petitioners and Mr. Fasano protested the.granting of R-3 zoning to Mr. Bruitt. In executive session, following the public hearing, and after discussion of the findings of same, it was moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Stebbins that it be recommended to the BoardofCounty Commissioners that the petition be denied since petitioners have preeented a very weak case and A-1 zoning permits many activities which would be undesirable adjacent to a residential area. Vote on the motion was polled, as follows: Ayes: Stebbins, Waldron, Jennings, Combs, Beard and Gates. Nayes - Jackson. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of John W.'Black, Jr. and A. ~F. Padgett for a change, in zoning class- ification, from A-1 (agriculture) to R-3 (multiple dwellings, fOr the following described property: South 259 ft. of North 287 ft. of West 309 ft. of East 491 ft. of Lot 68,~ S/D of Plat of Section 5-36-40 and West 169 ft. of East 660 ft. of South 259 ft. of North~287 f.t. of Lot 68, less Rd r/w - S/D of Section 5-36-40, St. Lucie County, Florida. Petition, Mr. Black, wishes to construct multiple dwellings on his property. He was joined in the petition by Mr. Padgett, whose propertyabuts that of Mr. Black, so there would be sufficient frontage to meet the requirements for a petition for rezoning. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Irene Elliott Joseph Divola Fred F. Adams Alzyre Perreault Carl Wild Melvin C. Varnier W. E. Shew Clara Volk Lepore Rt. 4, Box 70, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 73, Fort Pierce 3959 S. Federal Hwy, Fort Pierce 509-A So. 6th St., Fort Pierce P O. Box 3058, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 67, Fort Pierce 414 Coconut, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 73-V, Fort Pierce A petition, with ten signature, was received by the Commission for the meeting scheduled for August 24, 1967, which read as follows: "The undersigned parties being free-holders in the neighborhood of the captioned property sought to be rezoned subscribe our names hereto opposing any change of zOning for any industrial or commercial zoning, multiple dwelling, or any of those other items set out all inclusive in R-3 Zoning. August 31, 1967 (continued) "And further we desire to make known to the Commission that we have no objection to R-2 zoning provided the same allows no more than two or three family dwellings, particularly duplexes or the like. "IN WITNESS WHEREOF the undersigned have hereto subscribed their names and affixed their seals this 23rd day of August, A. D. 1967." Ten Signatures On this date the following was received and read: "We the undersigned property owners ~n St. Lucie County who had previously registered our objection by Petition of the rezoning of the property.owned by John W. Black from Agriculture to R-3, do hereby submit this petition as a withdrawal of our objections to this rezoning in the previous Petition. Five Signatures Mr. Black spoke in support of his petition. in support or opposition. No one else appeared either Mr. Black wants to construct a cottage in each corner of his lot. In executive session following the public hearing it was moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Wa!dron, that recommendation be made to the Board of County Commissioners that this petition be granted because there was no opposition to it and there is R-2 zoning adjacent on the South. Vote was polled, as follows: Ayes - Jackson, Stebbins, Waldron, Jennings, Combs, Beard and Gates. Nayes - none. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Philip A. Hoeffner for a change in zoning classification, from B-2 (limited business) and A-1 (agriculture) to B-3 (arterial business),fOr the following described property: That part of E½ of SW% of SW¼ lying South of Okeechobee Road, Section 24, Township 35 South, Range 39 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as. follows: Shelden B. Miller, Tr. Leverett Shaw, et al Guy Ingram Ft. Pierce Associates Florida Turnpike Authority Associated Inns, Inc Gulf Oil Corporation 407 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach Rt. 3, Box 607, Fort Pierce 1910 Colonial Road, Fort Pierce Box 826, Athenia Station, Clifton, N.J. P 0 box 8008, Ft. Lauderdale P O Box 1628, Fort Pierce Gulf Building, Pittsburgh, Penna. Mr. Jim Revelle was present as agent for petitioner. The rezoning is requested so that a ~o~f driving range can be located on this property. It is also planned to sell sporting goods. The property to the West is zoned B-2 and is the site of the Holiday Inn and Gulf Gasoline Station. The proPerty on the East is zoned B-3. Comm~mication received from Mr. Leverett S. Shaw indicating approval of Mr. Hoeff~r's request. No objections received. In executive session f~lowing the public hea~ ng, it was moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Jennings that approval_of the petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners, since the change in classification will be in keeping with the zoning already established in the area and the purpose for which it is being requested will provide recreation for travelers staying in nearby motels. Vote was polled and the motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Ressie Lynn for a change in zoning classification,from R-lC (one family dwelling) to B-4 (general business), for the following described property-. Lot 1 and that part of lots 5, 6, 7, 8 lying North of Relief Canal, and all of lots 9 thru 17, Block 1, Granada Park S/D~ as recorded in Plat Book 6, page 57, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing, notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Ralph W. Imboden Lawrence H. Gass Charles L. Baker, Jr Lillie Smith W. S. Grice S. Philip Malspeis, Tr. C. B. Bourn Bascom G. Hammock Frank Sportella Dale E. McBride Michael A. Genovese Lilbyrn Helmich Jessie W. Hamilton william J. Caviness 1503 Angle Rd., Fort Pierce 124 Sherman Ave., Takoma Park 12, Md 5000 Avenue M, Fort Pierce 1703 Angle Rd, Fort Pierce 3608 Sloan Rd., Fort Pierce 901NW 125th St., North Miami 1702 Angle Rd, Fort Pierce 1704 Angle Rd, Fort Pierce 4902 Palm Drive, Fort Pierce 1604 Angle Rd., Fort Pierce 1602 Angle Rd., Fort Pierce 4901 Palm Drive-, Fort Pierce 1707 Angle Rd, Fort Pierce P O Box 1151, Fort Pierce Petit{~ner was present at the hearing. Stated he wants to put his trucking business on the back of the property described and restock the lake located there. (Mr.?Lynn hauls top soil, fill, etc.) At present time he keeps trucks on the front of the property and his business is considered non-conforming in ~R-lC zoning. In the course of the hearing, a rumor of a trailer park being located on petitioner's property was mentioned. Petitioner stated there was no foundation for this rumor but confirmed he did want to have a trailer there for protection. Mr. W. S. Grice who owns property immediately to the East of petitioner discussed the types of activities permitted in B-4 and pointed out a reclassification from R-lC to B-4 is quite a change. He said unless he could sell his land to Mr. LYnn he would oppose the petition. Mr. Lynn expressed no interest in buying. Mr. Grice complained of petitioner using the right-of0way of Alameda Avenue for his own purposes. Mrs. Jean Cristale stated she is in the process of purchasing property in Anglevilla JS/D for her parents. -They ~=e found exactly what they want; however, she feels she cannot complete the purchase while there is any possibility of Mr. Lynn's petition being granted. Mr. George Mathis, 1704 Behrens Road, opposed the petition~ He said he is a friend of Mr. Lynn, but for the sake of the people living in .Anglevilla, the Lynn property should not be rezoned to B-4. Most of the people are retired, bought with the knowledge that Anglevilla and most of the surroundings were zoned for residential purposes. The resident at 1701 Behrens Rd. objected, s&ating he has invested $17,500 in his home and feels B-4 zoning for the Lynn property would devalue all the property in Anglevilla. Mrs. Fred Haack, 1702 B ehrens Rd., expressed opposition. Mr. Charles Baker who owns property opposite Mr. Lynn on the South side of the Emergency Relief Canal, part of which is zoned B-3 and part R-lC, asked how ~-4 zoning for petition would effect him. Et was also explained, at his request, that he could not, under present regulati)ns, secure a permit to build a house in that portion of his property zoned B-3. Made no specific objection to the Lynn petition, nor did he express support. August 31, 1967 (continued) Mr. Jack Caviness who lives across the street from petitioner stated that he has four trucks and two tractors in his yard all the time - parked there, not used there. Believes Mr. Lynn is asking for the same thing. It was explained that Mr. Caviness is non-conforming in the use of his pro~rty but can continue because the land was used for th~s purpose before zoning. Mr. Steve Rolewicz objected. want B-4 zoning adjacent to his home. He lives at 4805 Palm Drive and does not Mrs. Oral Olmstead, 4806 PalmDr. Moved into her home 14 years ago. Has spent a great deal of time and money on it. Moved to Anglevilla to have quiet residential surroundings and objects to any change. Mr. Dale McBride, 1604 Ang~ Rd. stated he can understand Mr. Lynn wanting to protect his business but since he is non-conforming and can continue in this status; also, there is already a trailer on the property and this, too, is apparently non-conforming. Mrs. Cristale advised there is a rumor that a trailer park is to be established on petitioner's property, and asked if the rumor has any foundation. Mr. Thomas, zoning director, stated Mr. Lynn does not have sufficient land, since a minimum of 5 acres is required. Mr. Lynn is permitted by present regulations to store a trailer on the rear of the lot, which he has done. Further, B-4 zoning does not permit trailer parks. Mrs. C~S~&le advised she had a letter from Mrs. Michael Genovese, an adjacent property owner, objecting to the petition. She did not submit the letter to the Commission. In executive session following discussion of the findings of the public hearing, it was moved by Mr. Gates, ~econded by Mr. Beard, that recommendation be made to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be denied, because petitioner may continue to operate his business in its present location as a non- conforming use and B=4 zoning requested is not compatable with surrounding ~residential zoning. Vote was polled as follows: Ayes - Jackson, Stebbins, Waldron, Combs, Beard and Gates. iAbstaining - Jennings. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of E. B. Williams for a change in zoning classification, from A-1 (agriculture) to B-4 (general business), for the following described property: Begin at pt. 98 ft. South and 24 ft. East of NW cor of NE¼ of NW¼, run East 212 ft., South 208.71 ft., West 212.1 ft., th North 208.71 ft. to P.O.B, Section 31, Township 34 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: C. J. Crist W. L. Stewart Maria L. Swift Pearl Sapp Gladys ~ Barron Hollis R. Ramsey Fred Mathis P O. Box 1194, Fort Pierce, Florida Rt. 2, Box 370, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 370, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 1069, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 1076, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 1077-W, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 1080, Fort Pierce Aaron Green present explaining that he wants to operate a well drilling business from the Williams property. He has two 1/2 ton trucks and one 2-ton truck which will be parked here when not being used on a job. Other than these trucks going in and out there will be noise. Approximately 500 ft. Of pipe will be stOred. ~h~eremhinder of his equipment remains in the woods. Rents from the Williams. Mr. Wm. Stewart who lives directly across the street objected to the requested rezoning. He stated Mr. Green is already conducting his business from the Williams property and has been doing so for at least 40 days. Mr. Stewart pointed out this would be spot zoning in an undesirable classification. He had discussed the petition with Mrs. Williams who told him if Mr. Green decided to vacate she would then petition to rezone to A-1. Mrs. Williams was also present. She confirmed that Mr. Green is renting the property from her and she petitioned for rezoning because she wants to keep him as a tenant. Urged the rezoning be granted. August 31, 1967 (continued) In executive session following the public hearing, it was~moved by Mr, Gates, seconded by Mr. Jackson that recommendation be made to the Board of county Commissioners that the petition be denied because it would ~ss zoning in a potentially residential area and there were other ~ suitably zoned for a well drilling business'which would be available ~Greenon a rental basis. The vote was polled and the motion carried unanimously. EXECUTIVE SESSION Moved by ~r. Stebbins, seconded byMr. Gates that the minues of July 27, 1967 be approved as mailed. By show-offhand vote the motion carried unanimously. RESIGNATION Mr. Waldron announced that he will submit his resignation to the Board of County Commissioners within the next few days; that he has enjoyed serving on the Commission but for personal reasons he will resigned. The Commission express regret. The Commission recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that the vacancy created ~by Mr. Waldron's resignation ~be filled by one of the following: John Hallam, A. G. Weatherington ~r Kenneth Peterson. PROPOSED MOBILE HOME SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS The Planning and Zoning Commission had invited the Board~of County Commissionems to attend this meeting to discuss the proposed Mobile Home S/D Regulations, since the County Commission had asked the P & Z Com. to reconsider the regulations they had approved. Commissionems Cody L. Bailey, Everett Green, Marj~orie Silver and John B. Park were present. Com. Bailey stated he is somewhat alarmed about some of:the provisions in the proposed Mobile-Home S/D regulations. The requirements are higher than those in Pinellas, Manatee, Sarasota and Hillsborough counties where mobile home living is very popular. He hopes St. Lucie County would see fit to supply the-to~ls necessary to attract thousands of people to the area for mobile home living. There are only 1300 mobile homes registered here compared to 20,000 in.Pinellas, 11,000 in Manatee and Sarasota and 20,000 in Hillsborough. whY? Simply because St. Lucie County has not provided for them. The mobile home owner contributes more toward ad v&lorem taxes and school taxes than the average small home owner in a small sub- division. The proceeds from vehicle tags for the mobile homes go to the State, with 25% returned to the county. Com. Bailey referred to Trailer City in~Broward County where there are 700 units and provision is being made for 600 more. ~i-Par Estates is a condominium where the average lot size is 40' x 80', the average width of streets is 16 ft. and main streets 20 ft. Even with mobile homes becoming larger, mobile home residents do not want large lots because they do not want the responsibility of maintenance. He referred to Bel-Aire Estates, a mobile home subdivision in which he has a personal interest. Here the lots. have 10,000 sq. ft. and a few 20,000 sq. ft. but many people interested in the subdivision do not want this much land to maintain. Com. Bailey stated he can provide statistics from the Florida Development Commission and the Mobile Home Industry to prove his statements. Com. Bailey pointed out that in addition to monies derived from ad valorem tax, tags, and personal property taxes, development of the area proceeds rapidly where mobile homes are present in large numbers,-and a great deal of money is spent by mobile home owners for groceries, clothing and service facilities. Mobile Homes are known to bring light industry to an area, especially mobile home manufactur- ing. He asked that these advantages be given careful consideration. Com. Bailey stated_he recognizes the benefits of upgrading zoning and pursuing beautification, but at the same time we cannot close our eyes to the fact mobile home installations are successful and prosperous in many counties. Mr. 'Gates reviewed the thinking of the Planning and Zoning Commission on the proposed regulations; that the Commission felt larger lot sizes and wider streets would make a more attractive subdivision. Com. Bailey responded that large beautiful lots, etc. are fine but they do not necessarily entice a developer and retirees do not want large lots. He did, however, endorse mestrictive covenants to assure uniformity and proper maintenance. August 31, 1967 (continued) Commissioner Green stated that he agrees with Com. Bailey in part; that he had toured mobile home parks and subdivisions on the West Coast. -Generally, mobile home parks are controlled by the owner and all trailers in the park have a tag. However, mobile homes in subdivisions are eligible for $5000 homestead exemption. Therefore, a $6000 trailer is taxed on only $1,000 less 3~ depreciation. Roads in the subdivisions are county ~aintained. Unless a mobile home in a subdivision is very expensive, almost no ad valorem tax is derived from it and unless regulations would require mobile homes of sufficient value to assure return of ad valorem taxes, practically no tax will be derived from this ~ource. Deed restrictions could assure mobile homes of sufficient value, but how can necessary restrictions be assured? Com. Bailey referred to deed restrictions for Bel-Aire Estates. Com. Park statedhe feels we want good strong regulations for mobile home subdivisions because there is the problem of the shoddy mobile home; however, there are no provisions in other subdivision regulations to control the manner in which the owner maintains his property. Com. Park stated he does not believe tax returns should be considered a condition of regulations. Referred to the mapy beautiful homes in Fort Pierce constructed on 60 ft. and 65 ft. lots. Com. Park suggested a minimum a~=eage be included in the regulations and that the regulations make our mobile home subdivisions competitive with the nicest inthe State. Could not agree with proposed street widths, since they are wider than many county roads, and Delaware Avenue 'in the City has just been approved for construction on 66 ft. Mr. Stebbins reminded the meeting that the 100 ft. width for a major street is for a road such as U. S. %1. Other rights-of-way are at 60 ft. which is the width required for other subdivisions. 10,000 sq. ft. was considered right for lot size. Doesn't believe people go to a place because restrictions are low; believe they go because a place has something to offer. Believe the people who do invest deserve protection and believe they should have a lot size commensurate with other homes in the county. Com. Bailey suggested a review of the plat filing regulations in force in the counties which have been mentioned and emphasized, again, people who live in mobile homes do ~o~ want ~arge lots and do want to live close together. C~u. Green referred to our building code for home construction, which upgrades all building. Compared it to mobile homes which depreciate 3~ in one year. He called attention to the fact that any time rezoning for a trailer park is requested there are many protests, which shows many people do not like mobile homes. Doubted that any county will be helped in the long run. Com. Silver stated she agrees mobile home living is a new and emerging way of life, but did not agree that we place ourselves in an unfortunate position by keeping standards high. We can reduce our sights and repeat mistakes made in the past. She used Paradise Park, Harmony Heights, etc. as examples of poor and inadequate planning. She held that larger lots, with correspondingly higher prices, bring in people interested in good living and protecting their investment, and that we will be better off by setting sights high enough to attract people who want to live by higher standards. Com. Park suggested that no action be taken now; that more information be secured. Also, urged that mobile home subdivision regulations requ~ e that the developer provide recreation areas. Members of the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Board of County Commissioners agreed it might be well for the P & Z Com. to view some of the long established mobile home subdivisions in other parts .of the State to observe lot sizes, roads, etc. Moved by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Gates, that any decision on Mobile Home Subdivision regulations be postponed until similar subdivisions can be viewed and regulations of other counties studied. Mr. Stebbins offered a substitute motion that the Regional Planner telephone as many other counties as possible requesting copies of their mobile home subdivision regulations, and any other information available; that this information be tabulated and presented to the Commission with recommendations and suggestions; also, that copies of our proposed Mobile Home Subdivision regulations for St. Lucie County be submitted to other counties with a request for criticism and recommendations. By show-of-hand vote the motion carried unanimously. .P,~ETITION OF FLOYD E. BRAATZ On July 25, 1967 the Board of County Commissioners referred this petition back to the Planning and zoning CommiSsion with request that it be reconsidered and that, if it appears to be feasible, rezoning of all of U. S. ~1 might be proper. At this time it was agreed to take no action on this petition since all zoning for U. S. ~1 is being reviewed. Business being concluded, the THE NEWS TRIBUNE THE NEWS TRIBUNE THE NEWS. TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday -- Except Saturday Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF ST. LUClE Before the undermgned authomty personahy appeared Marion T. iAyers, Sibyl B. Halll ~rho on oath s~ys that h~/~ is Publisher, BUsiness Manager of Th,? New. s Tribu~e, a daily newspaper pUbi lished at Fort Pierce in St. Lucie County, Florid~; that the attach- ed copy ,of advertisement, being a ......... .N...o..t..i...c..e.. ................................ in ~the matter of ...C...h..a...n. gg...~..n.....Z..o...n..i..n..gr..H..e_n..r. Zr.._~..1..a.~]~X ............. ............................................ in the ................................................ Court, was published in said newspaper in the issues of' . . . 9. /,1. 3 ./. .6. .?. ........ Affiant further says that the said News Tribune is a newspaper published at Fort PierCe, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has been entered as second class mail mat~er at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a period of one year next preceding the first pt~b- lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affiant further says that he has neither paid nor promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, com- mission Or refund .t'err ,the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the saidi ne~vspapen ~ - MINUTES - PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission for St. Lucie County was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, September 28, 1967 in the Commission Meeting Room in the Courthouse, Fort Pierce, Florida, with members present, as follo~.s: A. B. Jackson, Harold Beard, C. H. Combs, John Lester, Jack Sewell, Richard Stebbins and John Ha llam. Also present: Zoning Director Albert Thomas, Regional Planner Leo LaForge and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Mr. Combs, chairman, presided. Mr. Hallam Was introduced. Mr. Waldron. He is a new member on the Commission, replacing Proof of Publication was presented sh6wing the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Robert E. Rose, et al, for a change in zoning classification, from A-1 (agriculture) to R-3 (multiple residential) and B-3 (arterial business) for the following described property: That part of the S½ of SE¼ of Section 32, Township 34 South, Range 40 East lying South of Juanita Avenue, less and excepting therefrom the East 50 ft. and a parcel along the South side as deeded to the C&SFFCD, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Ronald Anderson Blanche S. Metalitz Abraham Einhorn John McAlevey Muriel E. Wade Sabatino Pecoranro Nellie Kucharski~ Elisa Urraya Leonard Ritzer George H. Jaffin Chas. J. Zimmer Theotis Snow, Pasquale Colarullo Raffaele DePaola Abe Ratner Robert E. Gilson Stergus T. Petra Ann Josephson Diana Brief Jas. W. McFadden Eugene E. Rocken Joseph E. Peluso Ethel Stein Ludmilla S. Paster Alexander Farkas Mariono Jiminez Joseph. D. Jessel Gerard E. Dallas Lillian Sominsky Rose T. Sapeta Abraham Mangel Louis Klempner W. F. Seidel Estate Dugal C. Campbell St. Lucie Investments Laura Handock, Tr C&SFFCD 2405 Coral Ave., F~t Pierce 1358 E. 54th St., Brooklyn, N.Y. 9310 101st Ave., Ozone Park, LI, N.¥ 33 Laredo Dr., Rocherster, N.Y. 16022 Waltz Circle, Huntington Bch, Calif. 370 Greenwich St., Bergenfield, N.J. 54 Obert St., S. River, N.J. 33 Carpenter St., G~en Cove, LI, N.Y. 2902 Avenue J, Brooklyn,N.Y. 2949 Terrace Dr., Chevy Chase, Md. Ridge Road, Milton, N.J. Box 166, Trappe, Md. 83 Cedar St., Valley Stream, LI, N.Y. 108-07 Jamaica Ave., Richmond Hill, L~, N.Y. 341 W. 38th St., New York 18, N.Y. 3552 Steinway St., Long Island City, N.Y. Box 417, Fort Pierce, Florida 220 Littleton Rd, Apt. 3, Parsippany, N.J. 155.9 E. 13th St., Brooklyn, N.Y. 2408 San Diego, Fort Pierce, Fla. Rt. 2, Annville, Pa. 54 S. 6th Ave., Mt Vernon, N.Y. 5985 Shore Parkway, Brooklyn, N.Y. 9 S. Florida Ave., Atlantic City, N.J. 42.5 NE 173rd,.N~ Miami Beach, Florida 525 W. 40th Place, Hialeah, Florida 300 Seminole Ave., Palm Beach 13 E. 27th St., Bayonne, N.J. 83-15 98th St., Woodhaven, N.J. 26 Roselle Ave., Cranford, N.J. 3023 Brighton 3rd St., Brookly, N.Y. 8154 Natick Ave., Van Nuys, Calif. 366 Washingto~ Ave., Brentwood, LN, N.Y. 415 Andrews Ave., Delray Beach, 122 Bloor W, Toronto 5, Ont. Canada 131 No. 4th St., Fort Pierce P O Box 3780, Fort Pierce, Florida Sept. 28, 1967 (continued) Mr. Rose and Don }{orton, Engineer, were present. Mr. Rose stated he is requesting rezoning because he proposes to develop the property. }{e is asking for B-3 (arterial business) zoning for 250 ft. abutting No. 25th St., North to South, the length of the entire property and R-3 (multiple dwelling) zoning for the remainder of the property. There was no opposition to the petition being granted. In executive session following the public hearing, after taking a careful look at .a sketch of the property covered by the petition, the Board felt too much land was involved for them to have so little information concerning petitioner's plan for development. They were particularly concerned about the Strip of B-3 zoning proposed for a depth of 250 ft. abutting No. 25th St. It was generally agreed this is not good planning especially when a tract of this large size is concerned and there is residential zoning on the other side of 25th Street. Moved by Mr. Lester, seconded by Mr. Sewell that this petition be held over until next meeting and that Mr. Rose be prepared to provide information concerning his plans for development at that time. By a show-of-hands ~ote the motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition'of A. C. Pottorff for a .c~ange in zoning classification, from B-3 (arterial business) to R-3 (multiple dwelling) for the following described property: Beg. at SW corner of that portion of North 365.8 ft. of South 1377.1 ft. of NE¼ of Section 33, Township 34 South, Range 40 East, lying West of U. S. %1, th' run North 365.8 ft. to a pt - th East 400'ft. - South 200 ft - SEly 193.77 ft. - th West 483 ft. to P.O.B., Sec!tion 33, Township 34 South, Range 40 East~ St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to t~is public hearing notice of same was Sent by!'first class mail to adjacent proper%y owners, as follows: Reelstone Development Corp. Louise R. Wessei R. L. Reidel Ernest D. Balint, et al, Trs. 2023 St. Lucie Blvdi,, Fort Pierce 210 W. Logan Ave. ~!. St. Paul, Minn. P O Box 1206, 2270 Coral Way, Mr. Pottorff was-present at the hearing. He is the zoning change so that his trailer park (Art's Mobile Ranch) can be This is a mobile home park area, with Whispering Creek on the and Ridgecrest on the South. Mr..Pottorff stated he established Art's Mobile Ranch twelve years ago and .is now ready to enlarge. Also, since mobile homes, are getting larger he needs ~~i~p~o~e~~no~s~u~f~ie~s~ze ~ca~modate the new homes. John M~carty, Attorney,was present on behalf of Dr. Reidel, and adjacent property owner. Dr. Reidel planned to be here but has been delayed. After Mr. McCarty listened to the discuss he said that, although he is not familiar with the situation, f~om the information he had gathered he could see no reason to oppose Mr. Pott6rff's petition. No objections were received. In executive session, following the public hearing, it was moved by Mr. Lester, seconded~by Mr. Stebbins that recommendation be made to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be granted, since the there are several large mobile home Parks in this area and this appears to be the best us for Mr. Pottorff's pr6perty. By a show-of-hands vote the motion carried unanimously. Sept. 28, 1967 (continued) PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Henry Blakely for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family residential) to R-2 (two-family residential), for the following described proper ty: Ail that part of the W½ of NW¼ of NE¼, not platted in Blakely S/D, less North 440 ft., Section 4, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: John Durn Garfield L. Seymour Willie Lee King Joe A. Stallworth Melvene Roy Ernestine Trice Joseph Gandy, Jr. Roy D. Luckey Samuel Knight Theotis Snow Eugene Boatright Claudine Newkirk John Smith Charles Butler Cleveland Walker John J. Thomas E. L. Bruton Eugene C. Williams Simeon Adderly Vernon H. Floyd Ernest W. Edwards Charlie Haynes Rosa B. Brunson C&SFFCD Chas. C. Hayling Johnnie L. Simmons Progressive Investors Robert Lee Mays James Marion Estate Evvie M. Hollifield Beatrice M. Sanders Mike Humphrey W.~ J. Piowaty Oscar Kleckley Lester V. Whiddon Garden of Heavenly Rest Fanny Morris Bessie M. Bryant Hattie D. Manselle W. A. Palmer Emmalee Morris Riverside Co. Samuel Allen Dan Bailey William Adderly Otis Adderly J. D. Davis Joe Archer King S. Strong Robert G. Hall 1907 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1905 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1903 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1901 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1813 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1811 No. 16th Ct., Fort P~erce 1809 No. 16th ~t., Fort Pierce 1807 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1805 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1610 Avenue Q, Fort Pierce 1508 Avenue Q, Fort Pierce 1904 No. 16th St., Fort Pierce 1902 No. 16th ~t., Fort Pierce 1812 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1810 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1808 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 723 Cedar Place, Fort Pierce 1804 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1606 A~enue Q, Fort Pierce 1611 Avenue S, Fort Pierce 1609 Avenue S, Fort Pierce 1605 Avenue S, Fort Pierce 436 Dundas Court, Fort Pierce Box 3780, Fort Pierce 1815 No. 17th St., Fort Pierce 1813 No. 17th St., Fort Pierce Box 3151, West Palm Beach 1821 No. 17th St., Fort Pierce Box 398, Princess Anne, Md. 10004 Empire Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 2947 W. 51st Terrace, Miami 42 1229 McCray Court, Fort Pierce Box 3927, Fort Pierce 1713 No. 17th St., Fort Pierce 719 Citrus Ave., Fort Pierce l13-A No. 4th St., Fort Pierce 1707 No. 17th St., Fort Pierce 521 NW 9th Ave., Pompano Beach 518 No. 25th St., Fort Pierce 1102 Avenue D, Fort Pierce 432 N. 23rd St., Fort Pierce 1102 Avenue D, Fort Pierce 808 No. 17th St., Fort Pierce 430 No. 14th St., Fort Pierce 6303 So. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce 803 Dundas Court, Fort Pierce 1712 No. 17th St., Fort Pierce 1716 No. 17th St., Fort Pierce 1609 Avenue Q, Fort Pierce P O Box 2111, Fort Pierce Mr. Blakely was present at the hearing. He stated he is asking for rezoning to R-2 so that duplex dwellings may be constructed on the property. Mr. Charles Haling presented a petition, with 37 signatures, as follows: September 18, 1967 To: Saint Lucie County Board of County Commissioners We the undersigned residents do not approve of having the following property rezoned. This property is described as: Ail that part of the W½ of NW~ of NEb, not plotted in Blakeley's S/D, less North 440 ft., Section 4-34-40. We feel very strongly that the zoning should remain R-lc (residential family). This is a nice neighborhood!of single residential homes and we wish for it to remain as Such. The introduction of two family dwellings into this neighborhood would cause an immediate reduction in the value of our homes and would also bring among us an undesirable element. We solicit your consideration in helping us to keep this area R-lC. Mr. Haling gave assurance the petition was signed by adjacent property owners only. A letter was read from another adjacent property owner, Mrs. Bessie M. Bryant, Pompano Beach, who did not object to the requested rezoning if her property in Liberty Park S/D was not effected. Mr. Vernon Floyd opposed the petition, stating the proper~y lies in one of the better neighborhoods in Lincoln Park where residents own their homes and take care of them; that when multiple dwellings are constructed they are rented to people who take no pride in their homes and their surroundings. Wants the area to remain for single family homes. Mr. Robert Mays objected to a change in zoning. He has lived in the neighborhood and wants it to remain a desirable place to live. Mrs. Eloise Adams advised sheunderstands Mr. Blake!y wants to build only one duplex and use the rema~.nder of the property for single dwellings. Mr. Blakely confirmed this. Mr. Samuel Knight expressed opposition. Mr. Hayling spoke again, emphasing that the residents consider their neighborhood to be very nice; that there is a "togetherness" or tru t among the neighbor's which they fear will disappear if rental duplexes are p~rmitted. He referred to other a~eas in Lincoln Park where duplex dwellings ha~e been constructed and to the fact that within 3 months of being finished and occupied they had become slums. In executive session following the public hearing it was moved_by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Lester that recommendation be made to the Board of County Commissioners that Mr. Blakely's petition be denied because the property for which rezoning is requested abuts a good, well kept-neighborhood of single family homes and it is the opinion of the Planning and Zoning Commission every effort should be made to maintain this condition; further, the property is already properly zoned for the single family dwellings planned by petitioner. By a show-of-hands vote the motion carried unanimous ly. EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES Upon motion by Mr. Stebbins, seconded by Mr. Jackson the minutes of August 31, 1967 were approved as distributed. PETITION INITIATED Moved by Mr..Stebbins, seconded by Mr. Lester that the Commission initiate a petition to rezone Lots 1 thru 13, Block 1, Blakeley S/D, from R-2 to R-lC. By a show-ofghands vote the motion carried unanimously. This block was zoned R-2 ~en zoning came into being. However, the lots are now occupied by single family dwellings and it is the only R-2 zoning, in a large area of R-lC. The Commission has initiated the petition because they feel proper zoning should be applied. September 28, 1967 (continued) PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO DISTRICT REGULATIONS W~nen the Board of Adjustment met on Wednesday, August 27, 1967, they recommended to the Blanking and Zoning Commission that the Schedule of District Regulations be amended, as follows: "Amend SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS in R-1AA to R-lC (One Family Dwelling) by adding "In R-lC Districts nursery school or child care center when building is located not less than twenty (20) feet from any other lot in an "R" District, provided that there is established, maintained and used for the children at play in connection therewith one or more completely and securely fenced play lots which if closer than fifty (50) feet to any property line, shall be screened by a masonry wall or compact evergreen hedge not less than five (5) feet in height, located not less than twenty (20) feet from any other lot in an "R" District." Mr. Thomas explained a kindergarten, considered to be a private school, is permitted in R-lC by Special Exception; that the Board of Adjustment felt a nursery school or child care center served practically the same purpose and there should be no discrimation between a child care center, nursery school and kindgarten. The members of the Commission felt none of these services should be permitted in R-lC zoning and that quiet residential neighborhoods should not be disturbed by children in large groups playing outdoors, being called for, etc. Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded bv Mr. Beard that the proposed amendment be rejected. Show of hands vote was taken, as follows: Ayes - Beard, Hatlam, Stebbins and Lester. Nayes - Jackson. Abstained - Sewell. PROPOSED AMENDMEN~ TO DISTRICT REGULATIONS WHICH WOULD PERMIT CONSTRUCTION OF DWELLINGS IN ZONES WHERE NOW PROHIBITED The County Attorney proposed the following amendments: Amend PERMITTED USES AND STRUCTURES in B-1 (Neighborhood Business) District by adding "Any use permitted in an R-5 District" Amend PERMITTED ACCESSORY USES AND STRUCTURES in B-1 (Neighborhood Business) , B-2 (Limited Business) and B-3 (Arterial Business) Districts to read "Accessory Uses and Structures incidental to a permitted use". Moved by Mr. Lester, seconded by Mr. Sewelt that consideration of these proposed amendments be postponed until next meeting, when the County Attorney can personally explain their purpose. MOBILE HOME SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS Mr. LaForge reported he visited the West Coast where he talked with planners in Hillsborough County, Tampa, Clearwater. Hillsborough County does not have subdivision regulations controlling mobile home subdivision; neither does Clearwater,or Pinellas County . Pinellas County has regulations for mobile home parks. Hills- borough County has two or three mobile home subdivisions, Clearwater, none. The Hillsborough C~y-County Planner mobile home subdivisions must comply with regula- tions governing convential type subdivision~X~P~ollows: Minimum of 100 acres, minimum of 8500 sq. ft. for lot area, with~ter and sewer and 3250 sq. ft. with water and sewer. Other other requirements are the same as for any other subdivision. The Commission again discussed the proposed regulations at length, which resulted in action, as follows: Moved by Mr. Stebbins, seconded by Mr. Sewell that "Major Street - r/w 100 ft. or greater if specified in official public plans" be deleated. B~ a show-of-hands vote the motion carried, with Mr. Hallam abstaining. It was noted all other rights-of-way requirements are the same as those for conventional subdivisions. Moved by Mr. I{allam, seconded by Mr. Lester to delete provisions for mobile home subdivisions in A-1 and ~R~2 zoning, permitting said subdivisions in R-3 zoning only, lot sizes to remain as first proposed for this zoning. By a show-or,hands vote the motion carried unanimously. September 28, 1967 (continued) Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Lester that a minimum of~fift~ acres be required for a mobile home subdivision. By a show-of-hands motion carried unanimously. Business being completed the meeting was adjourned. SPECIAL MEETING - PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A special meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on ~onday, October 9, 1967 in Rm. 203, Courthouse, at Fort Pierce, Florida, with the following present: C.H. Combs, Harold Beard, John Lester, Richard Stebbins, Philip Gates, Jack Sewell, Albert Thomas, Zoning Director, Leo LaForge, Regional Planner,Ralph B. Wilson, County Attorney and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Chairman, C. H. Combs, presided. Mr. Combs explained this special meeting was called for the purpose of giving further consideration to the petition of Robert E. Rose. Mr. Rose and his engineer, Don Horton were present. Mr. Rose and Mr. Horton understood why the Board delayed action on this petition on ~ptember 28th. They displayed a sketch showing the manner in which they propose unit develop of the entire 67 acre tract. The business district on the sketch was realigned, so that it no longer extended the length of the property along No. 25th St. The Commission accepted this realignment, thei County AttOrney agreeing that this could be done since the total amount of land to~ be rezoned was not increased. and unanimously carried Moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Lester,~hat it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners the petition be granted because the proposed development appears to be of benefit to the community, the rezoning to be as follows: B-3 Zoning (arterial business) for the following described, property: The North 250 feet of the East 500 feet and the East 170 ft. of the South 400 feet of the North 650 ft. of the following described land: That part of the South half of the Southeast % of Section 32, Township 34 South, Range 40 East, lying South of Juanita Avenue as described in Offical Record Book 139, Page 54, St. Lucie County, Florida, less and excepting therefrom the East 50 feet, and a parcel along the South side as deeded to the Central and South Florida Flood Control District and recorded in Deed Book 259, Page 166, St. Lucie County Records. R-3 Zoning (multiple dwelling) for the following described property: That part of the S½ of the SE¼ of Section 32, Township 34 South, Range 40 Ea st, lying South of Juanita Avenue as Described in Offical Record Book 139, Page 54, St. Lucie County, Florida; less and excepting therefrom the East 50 ft., and a parcel along the South side as deeded to the Central and South Florida Flood Control District and recorded in Deed Book 259, Page 166, St. Lucie County Records, and less the North 250 ft. of the East 500 feet and the East 170 ft. of the South 400 ft. of the North 650 feet, St. Lucie County, Florida. County Commissioners W. R. McCain and Everett Green attended this special meeting also. Mr. McCain explained plans for 25th Street to the Commission. Business being completed, the meeting adjourned. MINUTES - ST LUCIE COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A regular meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, October 26, 1967, in the Commission Meeting Room in the Courthouse, Fort Pierce, Florida, with the following present: C.H. Combs, John Hallam~ John Lester, Harold Beard, Harry Jennings and Philip Gates; also, Albert Thomas, zoning director, Leo LaForge, Director Regional Planning Council, Ralph B. wilson, County Attorney, and Miriam L. Diem, Secretary. Mr. Combs, chairman, presided. Proof of Publication was presented showing the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. PUBLIC H~ARING Petition of Robert E. Poysell for a change in zoning classification from B-3 (arterial business) to B-4 (general business) for the following described property: West 200 ft. of North 168 ft. of South 198 ft. of NW¼ of NEt, less Road r/w, Section 34, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to the public hearing notice was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: H. W. Kendall Saul Franklin, et al N. A. Shaheen Lenke Y. Granat Joe Jennings, Jr. A. K. Hockaday David Parret Joseph C. Loutnik Heller Development Co. Mrs~Dewey Crawford Somia Simon Carl Herzog Russell Lacroix Russell W. Bernhard william B. Hodges Roger W. Davis, Jr. Theodore R. Latwaitis P O Box 704, Fort Pierce 1231 95th St., Bay Harbor, Miami Beach 415 Market St., S, Fort Pierce 3612 So. Federal Hwy., Fort Pierce 3626 S. Federal Hwy, Fort Pierce 2410 So. 19th St., Fort Pierce Oxford, Florida 6318 NE Miami Pi, Miami P 0 Box 743, Fort Pierce P O Box 4102, Fort Pierce 1000 Bay Dr., Normandy Isle, Miami Beach 124 E. Arbor, Fort Pierce 3728 St. Francis Rd., Fort Pierce 3726 St. Francis Rd., Fort Pierce Chestnut Drive, Boone, N.C 3719 St. Marks Rd., Fort Pierce 3729 St. Marks Rd., Fort Pierce Mr. Poysell and his attorney, Chester Griffin, were present. Mr. Griffin stated the property for which rezoning is requested is the 200 ft. which lies East of the East right-of-way of U. S. %1, zoned B-3. The remainder of the property is zoned B-4 so that the petition is, in fact, asking for an extension of existing B-4 zoning. There are two buildings on the property. Approximately 15 ft. of the building nearest the highway is zoned B-4, the remainder of the structure B-4. Mr. Poysell has a tentative iease arrangement with Railway 'Express Agency. REA is required to find new quarters because of the removal of the FEC Depot. The amount of traffic which would be generated by REA was discussed. It was reported one large truck from the North and one from the South will deliver parcels each day, which will be re-distributed locally by small trucks. Plans are to route the trucks to the building in the rear by a driveway which will circle the building in the front. Mr. LaForge stated REA has been ope=ating to the rear of hi~ office, on a narrow street with. a dog leg in it, without apparent difficulty; therefore, it would seem they would have no difficulty with more space in new quarters. ~n opinion was expressed that REA would generate less traffic than RBC Lumber Company which had operated from this site. Mr. Granat, adjacent property owner, was present. After talking with Mr. Griffin he stated he had no objection to the petition. In Executive Session following the public hearing it was moved by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Gates, that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be granted since it is not possible to utilize with efficiency a building split by zoning, that it would mean extension of existing B-4 zoning, that REA provides a needed service and the operation will require a minimum amount of traffic in and out of the property. Vote on the motion was polled, as follows: Ayes - Lester, Jackson, Gates and Hallam. Nayes - Jennings, Beard and Combs. October 26, 1967 (continued) PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Richard E. Wolf for a change in zoning classification, from A-1 (agriculture) to M-2 (industrial) for the following described property: Begin at NW corner of S½ of SE¼ of SE¼ of NW%, 'th run South 305 ft., East 200 ft-,, North 100 ft., West 60 North 205 ft., West 140 ft~ to POB, Section Town- ship 3.5 South, Range 39 East, St. Lucie Florida, fto, and from A-1 (agriculture) to B-2 (limited business) for the following described property: From the NW corner of S½ of SE¼ of SE% of NW¼ of Section 24, Township 35 South, Range 39 East, St~~ Lucie County, Florida, run East 140 ft. for POB, th South 205 ft., East 60 ft., South 100 ftc, East 430 ft., North 305 ft., th West 490 ft. to POB. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Jean Dupont Henry J. Caproni E. W. Stonecipher Chas. W. Peters Estate Sybil M~ Hayes Shaw & Montgomery Rt. 3, Box 197, Fort Pierce 333 Summer St.,Lynnfield, Mass Rt. 4, Box 602, Fort Pierce P 0 Box 126, Fort Pierce '2911 Okeechobee Rd., Fort Pierce Rt. 3, Box 607, Fort Pierce Mr. Wolf was present. His prgperty, which he has owned, for 12 year~, is 5 acres in area. There is a contractor's yard on the West portion with access from Andrews Avenue. His home is located on the remainder of the property, with access from Peters Road. Mrs. Wolf is a beautician, is not too well and would like to work at home. Therefore, he wants to add'a beauty shop to the house; also, construct several multiple dwellings. Chester Griffin, attorney, was present representing the Charles Peters Estate. Mr. Peter's daughter, Mrs. Louis, has not plans for the Peters property, which is now in grove, and would appreciate anything which would clean up and improve the Wolf property. Prefers the zoning to remain A-l, and especially dislikes the idea of any M-2 zoning in the area because ~bf the activities, other than a contractor's yard, permitted in M-2. In answer to an inquiry, Mr. Griffin stated he did not know how Mrs. Lewis would feel about B-2 zoning only. Mr. wolf stated that although his contractor's yard has existed for a long time as a non-conforming use, he now needs M-2 zoning to make it conforming because he wants to build sheds to store materials and equipment. There is one shed at the present time whic;h was constructed about five years ago. There was discussion about the extremely untidy condition of the yard at the present time, including the shed which is used as a machine shop rather than for storage. Mr. Wolf declared it is his intention to build sheds for storage, clean up the place and keep it clean, and to screen the yard from the remainder of the property. Mr. Wolf indicated the clean-up program would extend to Mrs. Hayes property on the South which he uses with her consent. In executive session following the public hearing there was oonsiderable discussion about the undesirable manner in which Mr. Wolf maintains his yard at the present time and fear was expressed that the situation would become even worse if it operates as a conforming use. Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Jackson that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be granted since the contractor's yard has been in existance for a long time and M-2 zoning would give petitioner an opportunity to construct shed for storage of materials and equipment. Vote on the motion was polled, as follows: Ayes - Lester, Jennings, Cmmbs-and Gates. Nayes - Hallam, Beard and Jackson. OctOber 26, 1967 (continued) PUBLIC HEARING Petition of William E. Carpenter for change in zoning classification from R-lC (residential) to A-1 (agriculture), for the following described property: SWb of NE¼ lying North and East of White City R~ad, and W½ of SEb of NEb, less one acre lying West of White City Road, and less that part South of Platt's Branch, and the NEb of SEb of NEb, Section 33, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Nathan A. Resnik H. ~T. Sullivan Reginald L. Childs John C. Scott, Jr. J. R. Roane, Jr. Nile E. Skaggs Walter E. Shew Estelle Godfrey 52 Whitney Ave., New Haven, Conn. 2016 Golf View ~ourt, Fort Pierce 3803 Sunrise, Fort Pierce 2205 S. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce 3915 Sunrise, Fort Pierce P O Box 1192, Fort Pierce 414 Coconut, Fort Pierce 600 So. 10th St., Fort Pierce Mr. Carpenter was present at the hearing. He stated that when the zoning plan became effective in 1959 all the land included in this petition was zoned R-lC (residential) although at that time it was planted in grove, as it is now. The Zoning Director has told him the permitted periOd for this non-conforming use will expire in 1968. He is, therefore, asking for agricultural zoning. Mr. Carpenter stated they have made extensive agricultural improvements, including an overhead irrigation system which indicates they plan to continue in the citrus business. As a small grove owner, Mr. Carpenter finds it necessary to operate own packing house to survive. Therefore, he is asking A-1 zoning so the property will be in the proper category for the land use and he will be able to make improvements as needed. Mr. Reginald Childs, adjacent property owner,was present in support of Mr. Carpenter's petition. Mr. Childs has recently developed a grove which is zoned R-lC; therefore, he has beenunable to build shelters for his equipment and supplies. No one opposed the petition. In executive session following the public hearing it was moved by Mr. Lester, seconded by Mr. Jennings, that recommendation be made to the Board of County Com- missioners that the petition be granted since it appears the grove operation is to continue indefinitely and ~he owner should be able to make necessary improvements for the efficient operation of his business. The vote was polled and the motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING PetitiOn of Isaiah Lucas, et al, for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family dwelling) to B-2 (limited bu~ ness), for the following described property: Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 24, Block 6, Sunrise Park ~!, as recorded in Plat Book 8, page 42, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Linos Payne Rolbert Moore, Jr. Juanita Gray Riverside Co. Jessie Snelling New South, Inc. Lenora Pullen W. A. Palmer Rufus Ghent Samuel Brown 2909 Avenue S, Fort Pierce 1741 Avenue L, Fort Pierce 3004 Avenue R, Fort Pierce 1102 Avenue D, Fort Pierce 2912 Avenue R, Fort Pierce 1102 Avenue D, Fort Pierce 2908 Avenue R, Fort Pierce 1102 Avenue D, Fort Pierce 29Q4 Avenue R, Fort Pierce 2902 Avenue R, Fort P~erce Earnest Jackson James Merritt Elijah Smith W. P. Outlaw Eugene Anderson Joe Edwards Sim Gibson, Jr. DeWitt Blake Mid State Investment Corp. Edgewater Ranches James I. George Alexander Tuggle L. C. Rumlin Alvin Armstrong Alexander Moyee Ray Jones Joseph Reynolds Charles Barron, Jr. Robert S. Barron Calvin Jones Pete Bacon Zacchaeus Miller Mary Rolle Willie J. Lowery Emmitt Brown Cleaster Jefferson Harvey D. Lee Lottie Williams Susie R. Adderly Rufus White Alton Fuller David L. McCain, Tr. 516 No. 19th St., Fort Pierce 2909 Avenue R, Fort Pierce 3015 Avenue R, Fort Pierce 3008 Avenue Q, Fort Pierce 3004 Avenue Q, Fort Pierce 2908 Avenue Q, Fort Pierce 2904 Avenue Q, Fort Pierce 2902 Avenue Q, Fort Pierce Box 9128, Tampa Box 673, Fort Pierce 1511 Eduewater Terrace, Fort Pierce 2801 Avenue R, Fort Pierce 440 Ala. St., Lake Wales 2708 Avenue Q, Fort Pierce 2802 Avenue R, Fort Pierce 2710 Avenue R, Fort Pierce 2806 Avenue R, Fort Pierce 1308 No. 24th St., Fort Pierce 1806 No. 29th St., Fort Pierce 2801 Avenue S, Fort Pierce 2805 Avenue S, Fort Pierce 2801 Avenue Q, Fort Pierce 2803 Avenue Q~ Fort Pierce 2805 Avenue Q, Fort Pierce 1708 No. 29th St., Fort Pierce 1706 No. 29th St., Fort Pierce 1704 No. 29th St., Fort Pierce 1702 No. 29th St., Fort Pierce 28.06 Avenue P, Fort Pierce 2804 Avenue P, Fort Pierce 2802 Avenue P, Fort Pierce P O Box 348, Fort Pierce Mr. Lucas was present at the hearing, stating he wants to establish a grocery store for the convenience of the people in the neighborhood. Mr. Wm. Outlaw, adjacent property owner, opposed the petition stating that he has a great deal of respect for Mr. Lucas as a neighbor and friend, but in his opinion the grocery store is not needed; that the change in zoning would permit a liquor store, etc. Mr. Outlaw said that so far this is a nice neighborhood, peaceful and quiet, and it is growing in this manner. Everything he has worked for is in his home. There are a lot of children in the community and they want it ~o~remain and quiet, decent area in which to live. Mrs. Lula Mae Anderson supported Mr. Outlaw's statements. Alex Tuggle stated he is 77 years old, not well, came to this neighborhood because it is quiet and wants it to stay that way. Rev. James S. Morice, 2602 Avenue R, said he does not ~bject to anyone going into business and has no objections to grocery stores, but th~s petition, if granted, would open the neighborhood to many undesirable things - that there are enough juke joints, liquor stores, etc. John Barrett, Mrs. Rufus Ghent, Aaron Young all opposed with brief statements. Rev. Jessie Snelling stated he very m~ch favors a grocery store, if it could be had without bars, juke joints, etc. Mrs. Young, 2902 Avenue S, said she would like for Mr. Lucas to have a grocery store but, knowing the other things permitted in B-2 zoning, she had to object to the petition being granted; that even though Mr. Lucas may operate an acceptable business, someone might not do so. Mr. Lucas stated he had no intention of having anything but a grocery store; that he has other property zoned for juke joints, bars, etc., if he wants that kind of business; that he has his home in this neighborhood and he would not put in anything undesirable nor permit anyone else to do so. Mr. Lester asked why so much property was included in the petition for a grocery store; it was explained, a certain amount of frontage and square footage must be included in any petition for rezoning, mr. Lucas advised he plans to put the business on Avenue Q. October 26, 1967 (continued) Mr. Thomas asked Mr. Lucas why he did not ask for B-1 zoning which permits a grocery store but not the sale of liquor or beer. Mr. Lucas did not answer directly until the question was asked again by Mr. Beard, when he said that when he went to the 'County' he was told B-2 was right. Mr. Thomas stated he heard the interview and that the sale of beer and wine was mentioned. Mr. Lucas replied that he would sell beer and wine like any other grocery store. Mr. Outlaw referred to recent rezonings for business on No. 25th St. which is only a few blocks away, and, since practically everyone has transportation it is no problem to travel a few Blocks to a grocery store. Mr. Hallam asked the people present in the interest of this petition (other than Mr. and Mrs. Lucas) to indicate by a show-~f-hands honky, many objected to the sale of beer and wine on the property covered by this petition. 15 persons indicated they objected; 3 indicated they did not object. In executive session following the public hearing it was moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Lester that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that this petition be denied since it did not appear to be in the best interests of the community and the residents of the area, by their protests, showed a sincere desire to retain the residential character of the neighborhood and should be encouraged in their efforts to keep it quiet and attractive. The motion carried unanimously. EXECUTIVE SESSION Upon motion by ~r. Gates, seconded by Mr. Hallam, the minutes of September 28, 1967 were unanimously approved. MEETING DATES CHANGED Because of the Holidays it was agreed the next two meetings ofthe Commission should be changed to December 7, 1967 and January 18, 1968. PROPOSED A/4ENDMENTS TO DISTRICT REGULATIONS Mr. Wilson, County Attorney, suggested the District Regulations be amended to permit single or multiple dwellings in B-1 and B-2 zoning and that they be prot~ibited in B-3 and B-4 zoning. At the present time the Regulations leave some doubt and are, at the same time, too permissible. Mr. Hallam questioned that any dwellings be-permitted in "B" zoning because of the many instances where homes have been constructed in business zoning, then business moves in, and then the home owner complains of the business activities. Mr. LaForge stated he feels most uses permitted in B-1 and B-2 would not be very detrimental to residential uses. However, he would not recommend dwellings in B-3 or B-4. It was stressed that the purpose of the amendment is to clarify the District Regulations - to definitely permit and to definitely prohibit. Moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Jennings, that the Commission grant authorization to advertise the proposed amendments. The motion carried unanimously. Business being concluded, the meeting adjourned. THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday_~ m Except Saturday THE NEWS TRIBUNE ~Published Daily and Sunday -- Except Saturday Fort Pierce, St, Lucie County, Florida STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF ST. LUClE Before the undersigned authority personally appeared Marion T. Ayers,' Sibyl B. Hall, who on oath says that~he/she is Publisher, Business Mahager of The News Tribtme, a daily newspaper pub- lished at Fort Pierce in St. Lucie CountY, Florida; that the attach- ed copy .of advertisement, being a ..~9.~..i...c.?. ........................................ .......... ~ ......................... :. ........................... .-. ..... ~ .............. in the matter of Zoning change-~ucas~ Boyse±! cc Carpenter ............................................ in the ................................................ Court, was published in said newspaper in' the issues of. .... L0./..9./.~.7. ...... Affiant further says that the said News Tribune is a newspaper published at Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County; Florida, and'that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has been entered as second class mail matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a period of one year next preceding the first pub- lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affiant further says that he has neither paid nor promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, com- mission or.xefund ~for the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the said...me. WspaPe~- ~ Sworn to a_nd~subscribed~before me lOth : Octob~-r this ................ .::::.:.. day o~.,; ........... 22_.12- .............. .... ..... ........................... (S~L~O ISStON aX?l~aff 9L~. 13~lgiS~b-tary Public MINUTES - .,PI_~NNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, December 7, 1967, in Room 203, Courthouse, Fort Pierce, Florida, with the following present: A.B. Jackson, C. H. Combs, John Hallam, Harry Jennings, Richard Stebbins, and Philip Gates; also, Albert Thomas, Zoning Director, Ralph Wilson, County Attorney, and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Chairman, C. H. Combs, presided. Proof of Publication was presented showing the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of the Planning and Zoning Commission for a change in zoning classification, from R-2 (multiple dwellings) to R-lC (one-family dwellings), for the following described property: Lots 1 through 13, Block 1, Blakely S/D, as recorded in Plat Book 10, page 50, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. The Planning and Zoning Commission initiated this petition because recent public hearings on petitions for rezoning of land have shown the residents of this general area to be most anxious that the single-family residential character of the neighborhood be retained. To date, only single-family homes have been constructed in Block 1, although it is zoned for multiple dwellings, and it is surrounded by R-lC zoning. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to owners of the property involved in the rezoning petition, and surrounding property owners, as follows: Owners of property is area for which rezoning is requested: Theotis Snow Samuel Knight Roy Lucky Joseph candy Ernestine Trice Eloise Wiggins & Melvene Roy Joe Stallworth Willie ~ee King 1610 Avenue Q, Fort Pierce 1805 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1807 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 18.09 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1811 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1813 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1901 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1903 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1905 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1907 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce Adjacent property owners: Eugene Boatright Claudine Newkirk Johni~Smith Chas. E. Butler Cle vie land: wa lke r John J. Qu~enie E. L. Bruton Eugene C. Williams Simeon Adderly ~ufus C. Sheppard Chas. E. Russ Willie J. Russ Geo. D. Robbing Lee Futch John W. ~enry Lillie Mae Gilmore Langley Hair Fred Donaldson Robert E. Case Charlie Hayes Ernest W. Edwards Rosa B. Brunson Troy Johnson Charles C. Hayling Johnnie L. Simmons Progressive Investors Robert Lee Mays ~m. Adderly Otis Adderly 1508 Avenue O, Fort Pierce 1904 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1902 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1812 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1810 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1808 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 723 Cedar Place, Fort Pierce 1804 No. 16th Ct., Fort Pierce 1606 Avenue Q, Fort Pierce 1604 Avenue Q, Fort Pierce 1805 No. 16th St., Fort Pierce 1805 No. 16th St., Fort Pierce 1807 No. 16th St.., Fort Pierce 1809 No. 16th St., Fort Pierce 1811 No. !6th St., Fort Pierce 1901 No. 16th St., Fort Pierce 735 E. 163rd St., Apt. 6, New York, N.Y. 1905 No. 16th St., Fort Pierce 609 No. 7th St., Fort Pierce 1605 Avenue S, Fort Pierce 1609 Avenue S, Fort Pierce 436 Dundas Ct., Fort Pierce 427 Douglas Ct., Fort Pierce 1815 No. 17th St., Fort Pierce 1813 No. 17th St., Fort Pierce Box 3151, West Palm Beach 1821 No. 17th St., Fort Pierce 6303 So. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce 803 Dundas Ct., Fort Pierce December 7, 1967 (continued) J. D. Davis Joe Archer Fanny Morris Bessie Bryant Hattie Manselle Cecil S turrup Willie Lane, Jr. King S. Strong Robert G. Hall Henry Blakely Vernon Floyd Ernest Edwards James Marion Estate Mike Humphrey W. J. Piowaty Oscar Keckley Garden of H~avenly Rest 1716 No. 17th St., Fort Pierce 1716 No. 17th St., Fort Pierce 1707 No. 17th St., Fort Pierce 521 NW 9th Ave., Pompano Beach 518 No. 25th St., Fort Pierce 1709 No. 16th St., Fort Pierce 1707 No. 16th St., Fort Pierce 1609 Avenue Q, Fort Pierce P O Box 2111, Fort Pierce P O Box 233, Frogmore, S. C. 1611 Avenue S, Fort Pierce 1609 Avenue S, Fort Pierce P O Box 398, Princess Ann, Md. 1229 McCray Ct., Fort Pierce P O Box 3927, Fort Pierce 1713 No. 17th St., Fort Pierce 133-A No. 4th St., Fort Pierce Charles Hayling was present at the hearing. He stated he was speaking for the residents of the neighborhood and came to thank the Planning and Zoning Com- mission for initiating this petition. Henry Blakely was also present. Mr. Blakely stated he did not fully under- stand the purpose of the people but wanted to be sure that, if granted, it would not interfere with the single family residence he has under construction. He was assured that his structure conformed to the zoning of his land. There was no opposition to the petition. Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Gates, and unanimously carried, that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that this petition be granted. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of St. Lucie County ~Icouts, Inc. for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family residential) to A-1 (agriculture), for the following described property: S½ of NW¼ of SW¼, less West 88 ft. & less that part that lies within 54.08 ft. Ely of baseline of survey of Selvitz Road, survey recorded in PB 13, Page 2, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida (Sec. 29-35-40). Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Olie B. McCarty Leonard B. McCarty EMPIART Corp. Girl Scouts Little House Asnn. Willimm G. Tye C. E. Hanner Aflred Savinelli Carl Wild P O Box 715, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 208, Fort Pierce 1611 Talleyrand Ave., Jacksonville Fort Pierce P 0 Box 3058, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 203, Fort Pierce 316 Loring Ave., Pelham, NoY. P O Box 3058, Fort Pierce Mr. Joe French, Chairman, Treasure Coast District of Boy Scouts of America, present at the hearing. The request for rezoning has been made so that the existing use of the land, a Boy Scout recraational area, will conform with the zoning c~ass- ification and the construction of sheds or buildings will be permitted at some time in the future. There was no opposition to the petition. Moved by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Hallam, that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be granted since a change to A-1 zoning appears to be in the best interests of the Scouts and the community. The motion carried unanimously. December 7, 1967 (continued) PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Frederick B. Sexauer for a change in zoning classification, from M-3 (industrial) to A-1 (agriculture), in order to gain conformity for the existing use, for the following described property: From SE corner of SE¼ of NE¼ run North along East Section line 500 ft. more or less to South line of Maule Industries property, th West 425 ft. to East r/w line of FEC RR, th SEly 530 ft. to South line of SE¼ of NE~, th East 240 ft. to P.O.B., Section 33-34-40, and That part of NE~ of SE~ lying East of East r/w of FEC RR in Section 33-34-40, and Lot 1, except the North 200 ft., and North 2 acres of Lot 2 and tract of land 256.7 ft. on West Section line and 267.8 ft. on river and half of private road in North partof 2238.7 ft. of Fractional Section 34-34-40, all lying and being in St. Lucie County, Florida. .. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Maule industries, Inc. Davidson Chemical R. Lloyd Vonckx East Coast Packers, Inc. Box 645, Buena Vista Station, Miami Old Dixie, Fort Pierce 2210 Old Dixie Highway, Fort Pierce P O Box 1059, Fort Pierce Mrs. Frederick B. Sexauer was present at the hearing. She confirmed the information included in the written petition - that petitioner had no knowledge that his property had been zoned for industry, having taken it for granted that since the property had been used for raising vegetables, some citrus, cows, horses, chickens, goats, etc. for the past 65 years it was zoned for this purpose. ~hat petitioner became aware of the industrial zoning classification when the tax assessor increased the valuation of the property, giving industrial zoning as the reason for the increase. That petitioner feels the property should not have been zoned for industrial use when the agricultural use has existed for 65 years or more. No one opposed the petition. Moved by Mr. Stebbins, seconded by Mr. Gates, and unanimously carried, that approval of this petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners in order that the existing use will conform with the zoning classification and A-1 is the best holding classification. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Shell Oil Company for a change in zoning classification, from B-2 (limited business) to B-3 (arterial business), for the following described property: South 210 ft. of North 235 ft. of West 210 ft. of East 235 ft. of NEb of SE¼, less triangular tract in NE corner being 20 ft. on the East and 20 ft. on the North and less right-of-way for Roads in Section 11, Township 35 ~Duth, Range 39 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Regina K. Bishop Agnes L. Nevling Kasoll Groves Kate S. Burch Gulf Oil Corp. Minnie L. Dickey Rt. 3, Box 612, Fort Pierce 109 NE River Dr., Ft. Lauderdale Rt. 3, Box 607, Ft. Pierce Killarney, Florida Box 7245, Station C, Atlanta, Ga. P O Box 312, Fort Pierce Jim Yates, opeaator of the Shell Oil Company Service Station located on this property was present at the hearing. A change to B-3 zoning is requested so that a mobile home can be placed on the property and occupied as a means of protection against theft and vandalism. During the past year the Station has been robbed a number of times. The filling station across the road has had the same experience. December Note: The Comprehensive Zoning Resolution does not permit a mobile home in B-2 zoning for the purpose of protection, but it is allowed in B-3 by Special Exception granted by the Board of Adjustment. A permit for such mobile home is issued for one year, subject to renewal. No one opposed the petition. Moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Jennings and unanimously carried,that recommendation be made to the Board of County Commissioners that thepetition be granted, since it was felt the Station operator should be permitted to use whatever means are available to him to protect his assets. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Joseph Divola and Irene Elliott for a change in zoning classifica- tion, from A-1 (agriculture) and R-2 (2-family residential) to R-3 (multiple dwelling), for the following described property: South 208 ft. of North 495 ft. of East 660 ft. of Lot 68, S/D of Plat of Section 5-36-40, and South 148 ft. of North 287 ft. of West 157 ft. of East 182 ft. of NE¼ of NE¼ of NE¼, Section 5-36-40, and North 28 ft. of East 660 ft. of Lot 68 and South 111 ft. of North 139 ft. of West 157 fto of East 182 ft. of Lot 68, S/D of Plat of Section 5-36-40, St. ~cie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: A. F. Padgett John W. Black, Jr. Fred Adams Robby Rosen Alzyre Perreault Carl Wild Melvin C. Varnier W. E. Shew Clara V. Leporte Rt. 4, Box 69-A, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 69-Bt Fort Pierce 3959 S. Federal Hw!;, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 125, Fort Pierce 509-A So. 6th St., Fort Pierce P 0 Box 3058, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 67, Fort Pierce 414 Coconut, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 73-V, Fort Pierce Petitioners were present at the hearing. Mrs. Elliott whose property is zoned A-1 has a duplex on it. Wants to add another unit. There are already several units on Mr. Divola's property which is zoned R-2. Each petitioner wants the zoning of their property to conform with its use. It was noted that the Padgett and Black properties, lying to the North and West, are zoned R-3,. Mr. Black's having been rezoned to this classification very recently. There was no opposition to the petition. Moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Stebbins, and unanimously carried, that recommendation be made to the Board of County Commissioners that this petition be granted because this is an extention of R-3 zoning and R-3 appears to be a general trend in this area. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Mrs. Clara Leporte for a change in zoning classification, from A-1 (agriculture) to R-3 (m~ltiple dwellings), for the following described property: West 300 ft. of: Begin 510 ft. North of SW corner of NW¼ of NW¼; run North 550 ft., East 510.5 ft., Sly 200 ft., East 183 ft., Nly 200 ft., East to St. Lucie River, th Sly along river to a pt East of POB, th West to POB, Section 4, Township 36 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: December 7, 1967 (continued) W. E. Shew John L. Volk John Lyman, Sr. Irene Elliott A. F. Padgett John W. Black, Jr. Joseph Divola Thomas Shrouder Fred Adams Robby Rosen John H. Baker Melvin C. Va~nier 414 Coconut, Fort Pierce Phipps Plaza, Palm Beach Rt. 4, Box 109, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 70, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 69-A~ Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 69-B~ Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 73, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 72, Fort Pierce 3959 S. Federal Hwy, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 125, Fort Pierce P 0 Box 674, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 67, Fort Pierce Mr. Leporte was present at the hearing. He explained that rezoning is being requested because they want to convert approximately 4000 sq. ft. of space, which was formerly a woodworking shop, into~artments. The present residence is a duplex. Robert Salisbury stated he represented John L. Volk, an adjacent property owner. Mr. Yolk did not object to the petition, in principle, but did object in part. Some of the uses permitted in R-3 zoning are offensive to him, especially the fact mobile home parks are permitted in R-2. He would not object to R-2 and would not object to that portion of the property on which the house is located being zoned R-3. It was pointed out the Leportes already have a duplex and only R-3 zoning will permit the duplex plus the proposed apartments. Discussion brought out the fact that the petition does not include all of the Leporte property, only the West 300 ft., which is less than 5 acres, the minimum land area required for a mobile home park, so that petitioner could not establish such a park, which he gave assurance he did not.plan to do. Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Stebbins, and umanimously carried, that approval of the petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because R-3 zoning has already been established in the area and remodeling to apartments appears to be the best use for that portion of petitioner's property presently not utilized. PUBLIC HEARING Amended / Petition of Earl King for a change in zoning classification, from B-3 (arterial business) to B-4 (general business), for the following described property: West 200 ft. of Lot 5 in Lake O'the Wood (unrecorded plat in SE¼ of See. 22-36-40) and also begin at SW cor of Lot 5, run-SEly along highway r/w 175 ft., to East line of Section 22, North to SE corner of said Lot 5, SWly on South line of Lot 5 to POB, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Kevin Farrell W. E. Vassar Estate Paul M. Jeffrey Estate J. Paul Broeker Alton A. Register Elizabeth Hi~zman, Tr. Donald Henry General Development Corp. Emanuel M. Lowig Edward S. Bisch 1213 So. Harbor Dr., Riviera Beach 4001 Coachman St., Tampa 711 Quincy, Fort Pierce P O Box 1975, Stuart 320 Granada, Fort Pierce 218 N. Latrobe St., Chicago, Ill. 50 Stratton St., London, W.I., England P O Box 3690, Fort Pierce 142 Entrada, Fort Pierce 100 Eaton Drive, Fort Pierce Mr. King was present. Stated he owns and operates Crown Kitchens, housed in a buildings25 ft. x 60 ft., located on the property described. The building was constructed for a shell novelty manufacturing business and was placed close to the right-of-way to attract the attention of travelers. Now, it is a disadvantage to have the building so close to the road. Mr. King acknowledged the building is most unattractive in appearance and he hopes to do something about this. He wants to demolish the present building and construct a new facility for the kitchen cabinet business some distance from the highway. He does not know exactly when he will be able to do this but is asking for rezoning now so the property will be zoned for a cabinet shop; when this has been done he feels he can then make plans and proceed with the new building when he is able to do so. The King home is loca'ted to the South and East of the cabinet shop. There was no opposition to the petition. -104 December 7, 1967 (continued) Moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Jackson that it be recommended to the Board of County commissioners that this petition be granted, since a new building would be an improvement and Mr. King should be ~able to plan for his future business needs. The motion carried with Mr. Stebbins abstaining. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Harry C. Anderson, Jr. for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family residential) to M-2 ( Medium Industry), for the following described property: NE% of NEb of NEb and N½ of SE¼ of NEb of Section 7, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, ~lorida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent ~rpperty owners, as follows: Plastics Specialties Mfg. Corp. Ranulf Compton Frances L. Sloan Eleanor G. Brandt Samuel T. Hamilton Charles 9. McGuire Inez L. Roese Freeman H. Dunn Easter Smith Leroy Hurst George A. Brandt Leslie Garrison Florence Banana CorR. John R. Stanley Marion Sizemore H. R. Hammock C. S. Howell Bruce Allen Vernon Rhinesmith Ella Mae Rathburn Bobby Jo Jolly Arlond Eo Lott Joseph Weber Cecil Page Rosella Ballew Eula York Leven T. Tyndall Mary Lewis Bordenuik Stanley Green O. G. Gear 4000 Metzger Rd., Fort Pierce P 0 Box 1046, Delray Beach P jO Box 892, Fort Pierce Rt. 3, Box 658-D, Fort Pierce 102 No. 19th St., Fort Pierce 4204 Avenue D, Fort Pierce 4206 Avenue D, Fort Pierce 4209 Metzger Road, Fort Pierce 4209 Metzger Road, Fort Pierce North 34th St, Fort Pierce Rt. 3, Box 658-D, Fort Pierce Watertown Rd., Greenwood Lake, N.Y. 350 Morse St., N.E., Washington, D. C. 3913 Metzger Rd, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 593, Fort Pierce 4006 Avenue D Fort Pierce 3905 Metzger Rd., Fort Pierce 505 No. 39th St., Fort Pierce 1108 Alameda, Fort Pierce 414 No. 41st St., Fort Pierce 4001 Avenue D, Fort Pierce 413 No. 40th St., Fort Pierce 1803 So. 8th St., Fort Pierce 409 No. 40th St., Fort Pierce 408 No. 41st St., Fort Pierce 407 No. 40th St., Fort Pierce 403 No.40th St., Fort Pierce 406 No. 41st St., Fort Pierce P O Box 121, Fort Pierce 402 No. 41st St., Fort Pierce Mr,. Anderson stated he wants to sell this property to Richard Davis and the sale will be made if the zoning classification is changed to M-2o Mr. Davis confirmed his interest in the property, where he wants to establish a contractors yard. In general discussion it was point out there is industrial zoning to the North and Northwest of the property, there is B-4 to the East, and businesses occupy many of the surrounding residentially zoned properties. The Plastics plant is nearby, as is Radio Station WARN, a Glass and Mirror Company, etc. Bruce Allen, adjacent property owner, said he is not for or against the' requested rezoning but wanted to know if there would be activity in the contractors yard at nite. Mr. Davis stated they do not work after 4 P.M., to which Mr. Allen replied that under these conditions he favored the rezoning. Mrs. Arlond Lott, 413 No. 40th St. inquired whether or not the requested rezoning would mean any change to her property. She was assured it would not. She did not object to the petition. Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Jackson and unanimously carried that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that tbs petition be granted because there is already much industrial zoning and industriel activity in this general area and this petition is another indication of the trend of development. December 7, 1967 (continued) V PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Sargeant Citrus Products, Inc. for a change in zoning classifica- tion, from A-1 (agriculture) to M-1 (Industrial), for the following described property: From the intersection of West line of Section 1, Township 36 South, Range 38 East and the centerline of SR 70, run North 67 deg 01'20" along centerline of SR 70 & projection 1568.9 ft., th run North 0 deg 06'20" East 10.56 ft to North r/w of SR 70 and the P.O.B., th cont North 0 deg 06'20" East 529.4 ft., th South 89 deg 53~40'' East 600 ft., th run South 0 deg. 06'20" West 400 ft. to North r/w line of SR 70, th run SWly along said r/w 613 ft. more or less to P.O.B., St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Ideal Holding Company Shawnee Groves Corp. H. J. McReynolds E. J. Parker W. C. Graves, Jr. P O Box 1029, Fort Pierce P O Box 1300, Eustis,Florida P O Box 1587, Orlando, Florida p O Box 813, Fort Pierce P O Box 517, Vero Beach, Florida Mr. Sargeant stated the petition covers 6 acres of grove on which they propose to construct a citrus juice concentrate plant. The plant would consist of three buildings, each approximately 50' x 100'. Buildings and parking area would occupy approximately 3 acres. The buildings will be modern and attractive indesign and the area will be landscaped.~h~y will employ approximately 30 people and handle approximately 1 million boxes of fruit yearly. The company has similar plants in Lakeland and Miami. In answer to a question, Mr. Sargeant stated six acres will provide sufficient space -- that the plant in Lakeland handles 2 million boxes yearly on 8 acres. There was no opposition to the petition. Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Hallam, and carried unanimously, that this petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners for approval; that while the Planning and Zoning Commission recognizes this could be considered spot zoning, approval of the petition will bring another industry to St. Lucie County and will be in the best interests of the community. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of the Planning and Zoning Commission being of the opinion that dwellings should be permitted as a principal use in B-1 and B-2 Districts, proposes amendments to the Schedule of District Regulations, as follows: 1o Amend "PERMITTED PRINCIPAL USES AND STRUCTURES" in B-1 District by adding: "one-family, two-family and multiple dwellings" 2. Amend "PERMITTED ACCESSORY USES AND STRUCTURES" in B-1 and B-2 Districts to read: "Accessory uses and structures incidental to a permitted use." 3. Amend first line of "PERMITTED PRINCI~L USES AND STRUCTUES" in B-3 District to read "Any use permitted in a JB-1 or B-2 except as otherwise prohibited". 4. Amend "PROHIBITED USES AND STRUCTURES" in B-3 District by adding: "Dwellings except as an accessory to a permitted use". The COmmiRsion felt nothing permitted in B-1 and B-2 zoning is incompat- able with dwellings, and the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution should be amended accordingly. Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Gates, that these amendments be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners for approval. Vote was polled, as follows: Ayes - Jackson, Combs, Hallam, Jennings, Gates. Nayes - Stebbins. MINUTES Upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, the minutes of October 26, 1967 were approved. Business being concluded the meeting adjourned. Tt~ NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday -- Except Saturday Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF ST. 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Sworn to t~is 17t~ ~y of-'- Nove 107 MINUTES - PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M~. on Thursday, January 18, 1968, with members present, as follows: Philip Gates, C. H. Combs, Harold Beard, A. B. Jackson, John Hal lam, Richard Stebbins, and Harry Jennings. Also, Leo LaForge, Regional Planner, Albert Thomas, Zoning Director and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Mr. Combs, chairman, presided. Proof of Publication was presented, showing the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Louis Haynes, Jr., et al, for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family residential) to A-1 (agriculture) for the following described property: SQuth 7½ acres of NW~ of NW¼ of SW¼, except 200 ft. r/w for FEC RR and also excepting the North 33 ft. of above property, and all SW~ of NW~ of SW~, Section 28, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Gerald James, ATtorney, stated he was speaking for himself and others with an interest in this property. He circulated a survey on which the property was divided into one acre + tracts. This is a new venture and all the land is presently unimproved except for one tract where Conrad Hardee Jr has his home. The tracts have been sold, or will be sold, to individuals. There will be restrictive covenants in the needs; the homes will be in the $20,000 - $30,000 range; the purchasers are interested in living in a rural atmosphere and most of them are interested in keeping horses for pleasure. A-1 zoning is being requested so they will be permitted to have horses. In answer to a question Mr. James confirmed that he and the other people buying tracts are aware of the industrial zoning which lies to the North and West. He also confirmed they are aware A-1 zoning permits animals other than horses, some of them undesirable; however, they plan to control this problem with extensive restrictive covenants. A member of the Commission pointed out it is not inconveivable that someone may ask for A-1 zoning for adjacent property, as an extension of A-1 zoning of this tract, should this petition be granted, and that the adjacent property might be used in an undesirable manner - for hog raising, perhaps. Mr. James stated he understands and appreciates the Commission's concern about the adjacent M-1 zoning, and possible adjacent A-l, but urged the Commission to consider the petition favorably. There was no opposition to the petition. Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Beard, that it be recommened to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be granted because a residential area such as the one proposed would be an asset to the community and petitioners are willing to accept the industrial zoning to the West and North. The motion carried unanimously. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Laura R. Drysdale, et al Lillian Falk H. C. Barker George Sircovics Robert M. Carden Jerry H. Ware A. F. Childers, Jr. Harry 6. Fortner J. Davis Bullock 407 N. Rockingham Ave., Los Angeles, Calif. 8846 Harding Ave., Surfside, Florida 3307 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce Rt. 1, Roaring Creek, Catawissa, Penna. Rt. 4, Box 43, Fort Pierce 3313 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce 503 S. 17th St., Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 48, Fort Pierce P 0 Box 3231, Fort Pierce 108 January 18, 1968 (continued) PUBLIC HEARING Petition of John L. Lester, et al, for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family residential) to A-1 (agriculture), for the followin!g described property: N¼ of SW¼, less West 71 ft. right-of-way, in Section 13, Township 34 South, Range 39 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class 'mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Bertha Conley B. L. Potter Keith Hummel Morris Gates Seth Haight Edmund Brant Frank Sarnow, et al Burnett W. Esch Ben L. Deetjen Frances Ann Jahn Ft. Pierce, Florida Garden Estates Frank A. Gigante Miguel Morffi, et al Rt. 2, Box 2105, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 2100, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 2350, Riviera Motel, Rt. 2, Box 2050, F Rm. 2615, Houston, 2020 Cropsey Ave., Rt. 2, Box 2025, 2101 Old Dixie, 822 Seybold Bldg., 4000 NE 2nd Ave., Box 2043, Vero 369 Livingston St., Pierce , Florida Pierce s 77002 N.Y. Pierce Pierce ami Vernon, N.Y. Petitioner, a member of the Planning and Zoning Commiss himself as eligible to participate in consideration or dis ualified this petition. However, Mr. Lester spoke in behalf of his petition, statin citrus grove, was purchased four years ago. It is an old grove must be replaced. He cannot do this under the present non-con the land and is, therefore, asking agricultural zoning. the property, a ~-500 trees status of It was noted there is agricultural zoning adjacent on the South so that, if the petition is granted it will be, in effect, an extension of A-i zoning. Letter received from Mr. Morris Gates, adjacent property owner, objecting to the petition being granted because, he states, there are more than enough groves and what the county needs is people. No other opposition received. Moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Stebbins that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that this petition be granted because petition should be in a position to improve and maintain his grove as necessary. The motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Mrs. Helen Behrens, et al, for a change in zoning, classification, from R-lC (one family residential) to R-2 (duplex), for the following described property: Lots 7 thru 13, Block 2, Anglevilla S/D, as recorded in Plat Book 9, page 15, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Joseph Pawlikowski Emma M. Cavanagh Virginia Walsh Barbara Hahn William A. Sloan Oral H. Olmstead Fred Haack George D. Mathis Robert A. Terry, Jr. Evelyn Boye tte Steve Rolewicz 1707 Behrens Rd, Fort Pierce 1708 Angle Rd., Fort Pierce 1712 Angle Rd., Fort Pierce 1714 Angle Rd., Fort Pierce: 4804 Palm Drive, Fort PierCe 4806 Palm Drive, Fort Pierce 1702 Behrens Rd., Fort Pierce 1704 Behrens Rd., Fort Pierce 2825 N. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce 4803 Palm Drive, Fort Pierce 4805 Palm Drive, Fort Pierce 109 ' January 18, 1968 (continued) Walter J. Dech Lilbyrn L. Helmich Michael A. Genovese Dale E. McBride Ressie Lynn Elmer Wo Williams Jessie W. Hamilton Lillie Smith Nellie I. Hall Lena D. Owens J. T. Hall 4809 Palm Drive, Fort Pierce 4901 Palm Drive, Fort Pierce 1602 Angle Rd., Fort Pierce 1604 Angle Rd., Fort Pierce 1603 Angle Rd., Fort Pierce 607 Main St., Narrows, Va. 1707 Angle Rd., Fort Pierce 1703 Angle Rd., Fort Pierce 1718 Angle Rd., Fort Pierce 1716 Angle Rd., Fort Pierce 4703 Avenue Q, Fort Pierce Mrs. Behrens stated there is a building on her property designed and constructed for cleaning rugs. This building, non-conforming in the present R-lC zoning, is now unoccupied. Petitioner wants to remodel it into a duplex residence. In doing this the high shaft in the middle of the building, where rugs were hung, would be removed and the roof would be flat. The neighbors have always been hostile to the building and the business in this residential neighbor- hood. The building is large, 145 ft. in depth, too large for conversion to a single family residence. Petitioner does not own the minimum amount of land required to file a petition for rezoning. Therefore, neighbors, Bascom G. Hammock, Kathleen M. Bourn and Frank Sportella, have joined in the petition, including their lots occupied by single-family homes. Mr. Thomas, Zoning Director, advised the building has not lost its non- conforming status and someone else could take over the rug cleaning operation before the six months expires. There are no empty lots in the area. Mr. Thomas further stated that should the building be demolished there would not be sufficicrt area for two single-family houses. It was his opinion that petitioner's plan for a duplex dwelling is the best possible use for the structure and would be an improve- ment for the entire area. Mr. Joseph Pawlikowski, adjacent property owner was~present, as were the co=petitioners and several other neighbors. Mr. Pawlikowski, spokesman for the group, stated they would like to have the building remodeled into a duplex because it would be a definite improvement to the community. There was no opposition to the petition. Moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Jackson, that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that this petition be granted; that although the Planning and Zoning Commission recognizes this is spot zoning, permitting a duplex in an area of single-family dwellings, this will permit petitioner to use the building to the best advantage, it will eliminate a business from a residential neighborhood, at the same time retaining the residential character 0f the area. The motion carried with one dissenting vote by Mr. Hallam. PUBLIC_HEARING Petition of Robert E. Rose for a change in zoning classification from R-lC (residential) to R-3 (multiple dwellings)' for the following described property: , , East 390 ft. of NW% of SE% of NW%' less North 33 ft., and East 1/2 of SW% of SE% of NW%, and E½ of NW% of NE% of SW%, and from a pt. 25 ft. South and 25 ft. West of NE corner of NE% of SE% ~f NW% run Wly // to North section line 390.24 ft., Sly // to East Section line 464.87 ft. to POB, th Sly 190 ft., Wly' 259.24 ft., Nly 190 ft., East to POB, All in Section 30, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to the hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property Owners, as follows: Taurus Investments, Inc. Bessie Storman N. S. Storman W. E. Godwin Loman Lewis M. R. Parrish M. W. Friedman Clara L. Hackney Herman Goins D. R. Hamrick W. W. Arnold J. R. Turner George Stanich 414 French St., Wilmington, Delaware Rt. 4, Box 443, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 434, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 445, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 450, Fort Pierce P O Box 3178, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 438, Fort Pierce P O Box 3244, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 455, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 456, Fort Pierce P O Box 880, Fort Pierce P O Box 1202, Fort Pierce 2006 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce January Mr. Rose stated he has owned this property for 10 or !1 years and has lived here for that same period of time. He is a developer and contractor, He is planning he~arden-t~pesapartment building, with a marina on the the tenants, a sewage disposal plant, etc. There are indivations a of this type is needed in St. Lucie County. Mr. Rose did not present any , opment plans. W. W. Arnold, adjacent property owner, presented two copies of a petition, with 16 signatures, which he stated was ~a protest against Mr. Rose's petition. Upon examination the petition was found to be incomplete because the pL~cpose of the petition was not stated. However, Mr. Arnold presented an oral protest. He owns property directly across the river from Mr. Rose. Disapproves of the type of development proposed, especially since there is as much as 5 ft. of water on the lower end of the property during storms. Mr. N. W. Friedman, Mr. D. R. Hamrick~?Mr. John Goins for his father, Herman ~Goins, Mrs. Clara Hackney, Mrs. D. R. Hamrick protested. ~heir remarks included ~he fact they bought their properties so they would have country living and privacy and they wanted to change. They also pointed out that R-3 zoning permits mobile home parks which are objectionable to all adjacent property owners. Mr. Rose stated he agrees that no one would want to see a mobile home park on his property. He wants to construct an attractive, well-planned, garden-type apartment building, which will attract good tenants. He noted that with the present R-lC zoning he could make the area ...... god-awful" with minimum housing which he has no desire to do. He would be glad to develops:the property with restrictive covenants in deed~ and/or leases to protect himself and his neighbors. He challenged the statement by neighbors that they "want no change", since all progress is change and certainly not all change is detrimental to a community. __Mr. Rose stated further there has never been 5 ft. of water on his land-- =~x~s~_ Also, his proposal does not change the residential THE NAarS TRmUNE ~ed Dai~y and Sunday ._ Except Saturday ~ort Piece:e, St. Lucie STATJlDA Coun ty, Florida, E T A i dersigned authorit · :Y. Hall ~vh Y personaI!y ap care · Busm , o on oath s P. d Marion ·, !r of The ' .ays that he/she ~s Pub ' hshed . 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[~rg~otary Public 1971 upon motign by Mr. the minutes of _.December 7, 1967 [' to view the property, ~.' s his development ng for .~w the neighbors- Mr. ~e an artist's en to two of the ~ the matter no further. :~: the next meeting iime. unanimously carried, CiiAiR/g~N AND ViCE,CI~AI.RMAN FOR 1968__ Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Gaines, and unanimously carried that C. H. combs serv&..as?:~hairman and Richard Stebbins as vice-Chairman for 1968. January 18, 1968 (continued) ZONING RESOLUTION -AMENDMENTS SUGGESTED Mr. Hallam suggested several new zoning classifications are needed or some we have should be split; that it might be well to remove mobile home parks from R-3 and R-4 zoning. People are afraid of Mobile Home Parks and this seems to handicap developers of multiple dwellings in securing proper zoning. Mr. LaForge suggested a new and special classification might be established for apartment con- struction. Mr. LaForge explained the reason for placing mobile home parks in R-3 and R-4. It has been considered discriminatory to place them in a special district, as was done in St. Lucie County at one time. Mobile home dwellers want their mobile homes to be considered as single family dwellings in a residential classification. No action taken. Upon motion duly made and seconded the meeting adjourned. THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday -- Except Saturday Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida. STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF ST. LUCIE Before the undersigned authority personal!y appeared Marion T. Ayers, Sibyl B. Hall, who on oath says that he/she is Publisher, Business Manager of The New. s Tribu~e, a daily newspaper pub- lished at Fort Pierce in St. Lucre County,. Florida ; that the attach- ed copy of advertisement, being a ...... ~.o..~..e.?. .................................... in the matter of ..~..o..n..~.n..~....e..h..a...n..g..~.-..S..!;..a...n.Z...e.,y. ................................... ............................................ in the ................................................ Court, was published in said newspaper in the issues of ....... 3.f.~/._6..~. ...... Affiant further says that the said News Tribune is a newspaper published at Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, jeach day except Saturday and has bee~ entered as second class mail :matter at the p?St office in Fort Pierce, in said St..LUCie County, Florida, for a period of one year ne~t preceding the first pub. lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affiant/further says :that he has :t aor promised anyperson, firm :or corporation ~ny discount, rebate, eOm- refund for the purpose of securing this advertisemient for p~Iblication in the Sworrr- ,~ me "': ,' ':'~ ............ ........... ?'~er' ' I / ..... . / ~)O~r~m~ssion Expkes D~c. 13. !971Notary.Public MINUTES ST LUCIE COUN~ PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A regular meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning CommiSsion :was held at 7:30 P.M. on ~ursday, February 22, 1968 in. the Courthouse, Fort Pierce~ Florida, with members present, C. H. Combs, Harold Beard, A. B. JacksOn, Richard present were: Leo LaForge, City-County P&anner, Albert Thomas, Ralph B. Wilson, County Attorney and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Meeting Room in Jack Sewell, ) Gates. Also ing Director, Mr. Combs, chairman, presided. Proof of publication was presented showing:that the public hearing to be held at this time was duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of George D. Stanley, by his agent, Kenne in zoning classification, from B-3 (arterial business) and R'4 to B,4 (general business), for the fOllowing described property: for a change dwelling) South 100 ft. of Lot 175, Maravilla Gardens, Unit 3, recorded in Plat Book 6, Page 62~ public records of St. Lucie County, Florida, and a change in zoning classification, from B-3 (arterial business) and R-4 (multiple dwelling) to M-1 (light industry), for the following described property: North 100 ft. of the South 200 ft. of Lot 175, Maravilla Gardens, Unit 3, as recorded in Plat Book 6, page 62, public records of St. LucieCounty, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Patti Joan Land Corp. Wilson B. Bost Joseph F. Garrison Anthony Backiel S. L. Nathanson Traub Enterprises, Inc. Jeanette McMaster John A. Katzor E. B. Traub, Jr. Mary B. Voth Ivy C. Tucker, et al Robert Maier C. W. Milosh Russell Bunn Lillian N. Schenk Young D. Dickson Sheldon B. Miller, Tr. 4247 N~ Bay Rd., Miami Beach, Florida 87 Bell St., SW, Concord, N.C. 28025 Rt. 1, Box 324, Hopkins, Minn. 700 MidWay Rd., Fort Pierce 1021 S. 8th St., Fort Pierce P O Box 1012, Fort Pierce Box 3, Vero Beach, Florida 923 Azalea Lane, Vero Beach 6 widmer Circle, Daytona Beach, Florida 1907 Jacaranda, Fort Pierce 1610 NW ll9th St., Miami 2404 San Marcos Ave., Fort Pierce 1405 Barcelona Ave., Fort Pierce Emily, Minn. 1211 Ormond Ave., Fort Pierce 3350 So. Federal Hwy, Fort Pierce 407 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach Mr. Armfield stated Mr. Stanley wanted to amend his petition to eliminate the request for M-1 zoning and to ask for B-4 zoning for: The East 500 ft. of the South 200 ft. of Lot 175, Maravilla Gardens, Unit 3. The Attorney ruled that since the request is for a decreased amount of land to be rezoned and the zoning requested is more restrictive, the amended petition could be considered. The Commission agreed to consider the petition as amended. Mr. Armfield noted there are no impre~ements on the property at ehe present time. Mr. Stanley proposes to move his surplus sales business, now at the old airport hangar on U. S. %1, to the site. Commission members expressed concern about this plan since the business at its present location is unsightly, with a great deal of merchandise in open storage along the highway. Mr. Stanley was also present and spoke in his own behalf. He admitted his present location is most unattractive and stated he is much distressed about it. However, he does not have sufficient enclosed space and was not permitted to move any of it to the back of the building. Mr. Stanley presented a drawing of his p~ans for this new location. There will be two concrete block buildings, 50 ft. x 108 ft. and 48 ft. x 76 ft. in size, placed approximately 300 ft. back from the highway. At the rear of the lot 700 ft. will be dedicated to the use of the Boy Scouts for a period of five years. Access to this area will be provided on the North side of the lot. The entire area will February 22, 1968 (continued) be fenced, part by chain link and part basket weave. Mr. Stanley stated all merchandise will be under roof because this will be required and it is uneconomical to handle it any other way. Anything requireing outdoor storage - vehicles or equipment - will be in the space behind the buildings and invisible from the highway. of merchandise Mr. Thomas confirmed that open air storage/will be prohibited. Mr. Stanley confirmed that he understands this requlation and will be only too glad to abide by it. It was noted if this petition is granted it would be, in effect, an extension of B-4 zoning now adjacent on the South. There was no opposition to the petition. Moved by Mr. Stebbins, seconded by Mr. Jackson, that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be granted because the change in zoning classification will permit petitioner to operate his surplus sales business with adequate facilities in the proper zoning classification, at the same time eliminating the unsightly outdoor sto~age at the present location. The motion carried unanimously by a show-of-hands vote. PETITION OF ROBERT E. ROSE - continued from January 18, 1968 Mr. Rose stated that at the suggestion of the Commission some preliminary studies of his project had been completed. Requested his engineer, Don Horton, to show the two sketches. Mr. Horton referred to the shape of the property - long and narrow, for which it is difficult to design an attractive development plan for a maximum yield. He warned the plans presented are strictly preliminary. One plan provided 40 single family lots for which it would be economically possible to provide a water supply but not a sewer system. The lots would contain the minimum requirement of 8250 sq.ft. This would provide for a development to minimum standards. The second sketch showed a stereotype single home development for an area at the extreme North end of the property, the remainder in garden-type multiple dwell- ings in clusters with la~ ge open spaces between. This design would have a water and sewer system; apartment buildings would be one and two stories in height; apartments would have 800 - 900 sq. ft.; 8 - 12 units per building. Mr. Horton noted this garden apartment project is directed'at a group of people not now in St. Lucie County - people who settle to the South ~r North where these accommodations are available. Mr. Rose was asked about financing. Re stated the low-cost single family homes can be FHA financed. The apartment development would be privately fiBanced. His primary interest is in sales on a condominium basis, with maintenance contracts. Mss. Elizabeth Hamrick referred to the petition opposing the requested rezoning presented at last meeting, signed by adjacent property ~wners. The signers continue to stand behind their objection, fhe again mentioned the property floods and expressed doubt the property is suitable for development. She stated, also, that Mr. Rose has had his home for sale for a number of years. Mr. Herman Goins, Mr. Friedman and Mr. Roy Bragg (purchaser of Storman property) supported opposition to the petition. Mrs. Hamrick remarked that practically all adjecent property owners have had trouble with Mr. Rose who has abused prpperty lines or removed something from his neighbor's property. This is one reason she doubts Mr. Rose's intentions. Mrs. Hackney says she has enough trouble with children in her grove without apartments close by; also, Mr. Rose has had to use two pumps to get rid of water in storms. Mr. Horton stated he would not debate the question of high water; that any problems of elevation would be solved in the course of development. Utility plants are available which are far superior to anything now in St. Lucie County and they are controlled by the State Health Department whose regulations are rigid. Further, before any land is developed, the plat must be approved according to the Plat ~Fiting Regulations of St. Lucie County and then by the lending institution, whether for single family purposes or for apartments. 114 February 22, 1968 (continued) Mr. Rose stated he appreciates the interest his neighbors have in wanting things to remain as they are, and that perhaps under the same cir, he would feel the same. He contended whether or not there is water on the during storms has nothing to do with the petition for rezoning. He firmly stated that he is going to build; that if he does it under R-lC zoning it is not going to be as nice° He emphasized that he intends to do nothing except what he says he will do. There was general discussion of the apartment buildings and apartment complexes which have been constructed elsewhere. Mr. Horton pointed Q~t that R-3 zoning must go somewhere and some of it will be located along creeks and waterways. Moved by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Beard that the petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners for approval because multiple dwellings will be the best use of his property if he wants it to be. Vote was polled as follows: Ayes - Jackson, Beard and Combs. Nayes - Stebbins, Gates and Sewell. It was not possible to break this tie vote. The Chairman~announced the petition would be brought up at the n-ext meeting on March 28, 1968. PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ZONING RESOLUTION - RECLASSIFICATION FOR MOBILE HOME PARKS AND MOBILE HOME SUBDIVISIONS During discussion on the petition of Robert Rose the wisdom of permitting mobile home parks and mobile home subdivisions in R-3 and R-4 zoning was questioned. Recently, most requests for R-3 zoning have been strenuously opposed principally because mobile home parks and mobile home Subdivisions are permitted in this classifica- tion. The need for R-3 and R-4 zoning is recognized because apartment living is be- coming more popular and requests for these zoning categories will continue. The history of zoning for mobile home parks was ~r~efly reviewed -- when zoning was adopted in 1959 all mobile home parks were in T-1 classification. In 1961 when the Zoning ~solution was amended and revised mobile home parks were rezoned to R-3 and R-4 because mobile home dwellers and mobile home manufacturers, generally, felt T-1 zoning was discrimination and they wished to be treated as residents in residential zoning. Moved by Mr, Beard, seconded by Mr. Steb~ins that mobile home parks and mobile home subdivisions be removed from R-3 and R-4 zoning classifications and placed in a s~parate classification. Motion carried unanimously. RULES OF PROCEDURE AMENDED Moved by Mr. Beard, seconded by Mr. Gates that the Rules of Procedure be amended, as follows: Section 6, Article IV Now reads: ~11 meetings shall be open to the public except executive sessions. Amend to read: Ail meetings shall be open to the public. Section 4, Article VI Now reads: Amend to read: Decisions on petition shall be made in executive session after the public hearings, and after the Commission has carefully weighed evidence provided by said public hearings, voting shall be by roll call as provided in ~ticle III, SeCtion' 3. Decisions on petitions shall be made during the public hearing unless tabled to a later meeting. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTES Moved by Mr. Stebbins, seconded by Mr. Jackson, and unanimously carried, that the minutes of January 18, 1968 be approved. Business being concluded the meeting adjourned. MINUTES - PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, March 28, 1968 in the Commission Meeting Room in the Courthouse, Fort Pierce, Florida, with members present, as follows: C. H. Combs, Chairman, Harold Beard, John Hallam, Harry Jennings and Philip Gates. Also present were: Leo LaForge, Regional Planner, Albert Thomas, Zoning Director, Ralph B. Wilson, County Attorney, and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Proof of publication was preeented showing the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. PETITION OF ROBERT E. ROSE Letter read, as follows: March 27, 1968 Dear Mr. Combs: Due to certain circumstances, I hereby respectfully request withdrawal without prejudice for my application to rezone a tract of land on Edwards Road from R-lC to R-3. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the Board for its time and consideration in review- ingthis application. Respectfully yours, s/ R. E. Rose R. E. Rose, Pres. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Carl E. Lennard for a change inzoning classification, from R-lC (one-family dwelling) to A-1 (agriculture) for the following described property-. W½ of NW% of SW% of NW% and West 99 ft. of E½ of NW% of SW% of 57W%, less road r/w, Section 7, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. PRIOR to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: John R. Diehl William W. Gwinnup Claude D. James Walter Kirk George Culverhouse, Jr. Rollin Tedder Rosa Mae Tedder Jan M. Arnold George A. Brandt F. L. Taylor Joseph G. Miller Lenards, Inc. Philip A. Hoeffner P O Box 795, Fort Pierce Rt.. 3, Box 160, Fort Pierce Rt. 3, Box 160, Fort Pierce 2004 So. 30th St., Fort Pierce P O Box 1446, Fort Pierce P O Box 115, Fort Pierce P O Box 15, Fort Pierce Rt. 3, Box 658-G, Fort Pierce Rt. 3, Box 658-D, Fort Pierce Rt. 3, Box 658, Fort Pierce Rt. 3, Box 654, Fort Pierce il0½ So. 2nd St., Fort Pierce 327 So. 13th St., Fort Pierce Mr. Lennard was present at the hearing. Stated he wants to establish and operate a plant nursery for which he needs agriculture zoning. It was noted there is A-1 zoning to the North and West of Mr. Lennard's property so that the requested rezoning would be in character with the general area. Mr. Douglas Mullins, a neighbor but not an adjacent.property owner, supported petition. March 28, 1968 (continued) There was no opposition to the petition. Moved by Mr. Beard, seconded by Mr. Gates that approval of Mr. Lennard's petition be recommended to the Board of CoUnty Commissioners because the proposed use of the land would be in accord with the general area. By a show-of~hands vote the motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Florida Power and Light Company, Inc. for a change in zoning classification, from R-lA (one-family residential) and R-4 (hotel, motel, etc. to M-1 (industrial), for the following described property: Ail of Fractional Sections 8 and 9, less the North 583.71 ft. as measured along the Atlantic Ocean and ie~ss the South 200 ft. of the North 783.71 ft. lying East of A1A; and all of Fractional Sections 15, 16 and 17 all being in Township 36 South, Range 41 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Gene T. Dyer P O Box 1086, Palm Beach Ray M. Earnest 815 Lanford Bldg., Miami Present, representing Florida Power & Light Company, were R. ~. Hill, V-President, R. H. Figt, President and George Kensman, V-pres. and atomic-energy~ expert. Mr. Hill stated the Company needs excess power in this vic' and to the North and to the South. They feel they have found an ideal There are approximately 12,000 ft. of ocean frontage, and a totai of Plan to use 30 - 40 acres for a nuclear power plant which will be located in approximately the geographical center of the property. They have options on, or are negotiating for, options on all the property. It would require about five years t° complete the plant. Dur~ing construction 500 skilled workmen would be on the job, with a payroll of 12 million dollars a y~ar. After completion, 80 highly skilled workman would be employed with a payroll of $850,000 - $900,000 annually. Mr. Hill further stated the plant could produce 850,000 There would be no danger of radiation. He referred to great deal is heard. He prefers to call it "thermal enrichment". fear that a higher water temperature would destroy good fishing. it has been their experience at other plants that the higher wa better fishing. Water would be used as a coolant, only. It of energy. tion" about which a There is, also, On the contrary, ~rature produces [be taken from the Indian River and when disposed of into the ocean, the temperature would be incareased by about 10°. Mr. Hill ~ressed that the proposed plant is necessary to the growth and development of Florida; that we are now the 9th State in popu'lat~ion in the nation and growing. Therefore, more and more power will be needed. Mr. Hal lam inquired why so much land is being plant site to cover 30 acres. Mr. Hill replied that this is a requirement ~tmoic ~nergy Commission. Mr. Kinsman added that the large acreage is not necessarily a safety factor. They have had experiences which p~oved to them a large tract is necessary. When they built their plant in the Southern part of the State, the plant was the only thing there. Then the neighborhood began~ to develop and when they needed to expand the plant nearby residents objected. Therefore, they want a buffer zone here. Mr. Beard commented that a friend of his, who is an ardent fisherman, claims the plant at Turnkey Point has ecology, and aSked if the same thing could be expeeted here. Mr. Hill. advised that at. Turkey Point they take water from the Bay and dispose of the water, heated by about 10°, into the Bay. Here, the water would be taken from the River and dumped in the ocean. The water at Turkey Point is somewhat shallow. Here, the water would be taken in and disposed of at about 18 ft. and this makes a difference from Turkey point. Mr. Hiil stated that since the water wo~ld be taken from far down, fish would not be pulled in. Mr. Hoyt Murphy spoke, saying he feels the people of St. Lucie County ~should welcome this new industry to the Connty. It is going into an area that has been wilderness for years and this will mean development. Referred toHOLIDAY OUT and the protests received at the zoning hearing but everyone now agrees this is a credit to the community. Sinc~ the announcement of this new plant, there has been a new interest in property on Hutchinson Island, including a number of increases in price. Mr. Ransom ~Tlton who owns property in St. Lucie County, but lives in Martin County, said we should be proud Florida Power and Light Co. cose this location. March 28, 1968 (continued) We need it and it is probably the biggest shot in the arm that has come our way for a number of years. Robert Stone, Atty, presented his clients, Mr. Geo. McFadden and Mr. Thomas Walker of Fort Lauderdale who purchased the Gene Dyer property adjacent on the North to the property under discussion. Mr. Dyer had forwarded notice of this hearing to the new owners. Mr. Stone stated his clients purchased the property because it was zoned residential and they plan to develope it as a residential community. While they are not opposed~to the proposed power plant, they are opposed to this location. This is the last beautiful frontier on the Southeast Coast and the opportunity to have a well planned residential development on the beach should not be lost. He quoted portions of an article written by Homer Holt several years ago concerning the eventual development of Hutchinson Island. Mr. Stone objected to ~ezoning at this time, suggesting this should wait until Florida Power & Light has shown they comply with regulations of the Department of Interior, AEC, etc. Hoped the Planning and Zoning Commission would take the petition under advisement and, meantime, request information from the Governor, Chairman of the Air and Pollution Committee, and other agencies. Mr. Jennings said he has discussed this proposed plant with a chemical engineer to have more information for himself about it, and is convinced there are sufficient standards which have to be met by the Company without involving the Governor, etc. Mr. Hallam commented Florida Power & Light, nor any other company, is going to spend millions of dollars in studies and plans not acceptable to the Corps of Engineers, Atomic Engergy Commission, and any other agencies which have regulations which must be complied with. Mr. Stone pointed out if industrial zoning is granted now, and for some reason the plant cannot be constructed, then the industrial zoning would be there and the land could be used for any activity permitted in this classification. Also, the Company could use the land not occupied by the plant for any industry coming within this classification. Mr. Stone also objected to the proposed location of the Plant, saying it was too close to the property of his clients. Discussion revealed Mr. Stone was mistaken as to locations and that the plant.location was not near the property line. Mr. Figt gave assurance they do not want to hurt anyone's property. He reiterated some of the geographical facts'and listed some of the many agencies having stringent regulations with which the Company must comply: jCorps of Engineers, Atomic Engergy Commission, Department of Interior, State Dept. of Conservation, State Health Department, etc. He stressed the company wants a la~ge tract of land because by experience they have learned it is necessary, especially when expansion is required. They have learned something about the advantages of con- servation and mu;ch of this property can remain in its natural state. It may be possible to find a way to make the beach public. Mr. Figt suggested it would be well to have a zoning classification for public utilities only, which would eliminate any idea of other industry being permitted. Mr. Wilson, county attorney, agreed a separate zoning classification would be better and restrictions could be written into it. Mr. Kinsman noted the ARC is reluctant to permit nuclear power plan~S in heavily populated areas, although one has been constructed in New York City. However, they do not require a specific amount of property. ~The ARC does not have juris- diction over thermal effects but does have authority over radiation. Mr. Kinsman emphasized the Company can do nothing without permits from the Corps of Engineers, Department of In~erior, Atomic Engergy Commission, State Board of Conservation, State Health Department, and St. Lucie County. Moved by Mr. Beard, seconded by Mr. Hall that the petition of Florida ,Power and Light Company, Inc. be tabled until a zoning classification for public utilities can be developed. Spencer Gilbert, Atty. questioned the effect removal of water from the Indian River would have on fishing and asked why water could not be taken from the ocean and returned to the ocean. Mr. Hill replied this could probably be done and is being explored at this ~ime. The Company has no intention of inter- fering with ecology. Experience in other plants has shown the output of warm water makes better fishing. There was general discussion between Mr. McFadden, Mr. about prospects of development on Hutchinson Island, comparing and Galt Ocean Mile. and Mr. Gates with Ft. Lauderdale Mr. Dale Kiplinger spoke, saying he represents the owners of the property under option. The Kiplinger interests have been holding this property for 13 ymars, waiting for someone to develop it. Until Holiday Out was started no one built even a shack. The Kiplingers put millions of dollars in this area and they would permit nothing detrimental to Martin or St. Lucie Counties. But both counties need people and have been somewhat slow about getting them. This industrial prospect would bring in people and millions of dollars. Mr. Kiplinger stated emphatically he is for it. Applause from the audiance. A vote on Mr. Beard's motion was polled, by show-of-hands. unanimous ly. The motion carried The following communications were noted: Letter from Ralph H. Hiers, Sewall's Point, objecting to the petition being granted. Telephone call from Mr. Sam Kaye, 143 NO. County Road,' Palm Beach, broker for Mr. Homer Hoyt who owns 5000 ft. of land on Hutchinson Island, requesting information about the public hearing. He commented he had advised Mr. Hoyt not tooppose the petition, feeling the installation would be good. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Fort Pierce Shrine Club Holding Corporation for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family dwelling) to R-4 (motel, hotel, etc.), for the following described property: South 4½ acres of E½ of E½ of NW¼ of NE¼,- less South 150 ft. and less East 25 ft. for road r/w - Section 20, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Private clubs andrLodges are permitted in R-4 zoning. In an~R-4 classification she Shrine Club will be conforming and will be permitted to enlarge their present building. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Camille W. Alwi~e, Trustee George A. Simon, Tr. Arthur V. Kunes Adelbert B. Steinert Frank W. Loll Board of Public Instruction Fort Pierce Lodge %87 F & A.M. Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints Women"s Club of Fort Pierce Indian River Camp %53, W.O.W. Dr. W. H. Meyer, Jr. Dr. Martin G. Gould P 0 Box 518, Vero Beach 901 Ainsley Bldg., Miami 213 Olive Ave., Fort Pierce 1718 Edgevale Rd, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 865, Fort Pierce P O Box 490, Fort Pierce P O Box 3925, Fort Pierce 2717 So. 4th St., Fort Pierce 2505 So. 29th St., Fort Pierce 701 Anita St., FOrt Pierce 706 No. 7th St., Fort Pierce 708 So. 6th St., Fort Pierce No one was present specifically representing the Shrine Club, although Shrine Club members were present. Mr. Hoyt Murphy stated he is familiar with the situation and urged the petition be granted. Tr. Mr. Geo. Simon, adjacent property owner,asked for for exact location. After this was given, he stated he would support the petition. Mr. Frank Loll, adjacent property owner, inquired as to the eXact intent of the Club. Mr. C. H. Combs, a Club member, explained the Club wants to add a room to its present building, which was constructed before zoning was in effect. It now has a non-conforming status and, in order to expand the building, it must conf~rm with the zoning classification. The land will never be used for any other purpose and the Masonic Lodge has plans to build adjacent to it. Mr. Loll was shown a sketch of the area, showing R-4 zoning across the street. Mr. Loll March 28, 1968 (continued) then stated he withdrew any objection since he ~nderstands the situation. Moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Beard that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be approved because the requested rezoning is in line with the development of the general area. By a show-of-hands vote the motion carried,unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of O. N. Hardwick for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family dwelling) to B-4 (general business), for the following described property: South 110 ft. of.- East 100 ft. of West 340 ft. of North 245 ft. of SW¼ of SW¼, Section 17, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, and South 125 ft. of: Beg. at NW corner of SW¼ of SW~.k run Sou~h 260 ft., East 215 ft., North 260 ft., West 215 ft. to P.O.B., less North 25 ft. and less West 45 ft.,-Section 17, ~ownship 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent to adjacent property owners by first class mail, as follows: Mrs. C. A. Hilliard Ruth C. Hilson W. H. Hilson Mary C. Hubbard Burnup & Sims, Inc. Ft. Pierce Growers Assn. Carl W. Bradt, et al Herman R. Summerlin Fort Pierce Gospel Center, Inc. Gilbert Totten Estate E. P. Fulford T. V. Fulford Rt. 3, Box 200, Fort Pierce 1901 So. 41st St., Fort Pierce 1901 So. 41st St., Fort Pierce P O Box 1022, Fort Pierce 1020 llth St., West Palm Beach P O Box 609, Fort Pierce 82 Letitia Ave., Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 881, Fort Pierce 606 So. 5th St., Fort Pierce 11~6 Peri St., Cpa Locka P O Box 219, Wabasso 20~6 So. 41st St., Fort Pierce Mr. Hardwick was present at the hearing. He is asking for rezoning to B-4 so that that he can construct a small shop for himself, on the back of the property with access from Hartman Road. Access wo~d be a private driveway. Mr. Hardwick said he is a mechanic and would do th~s type of work in the shop. Herman Summerlin present, speaking in favor of petition being granted. Letter received from Burnup & Sims stating they have no objection to the petition. No objections received.from those present. Members of the Board discussed the present development ~ftHartman Road. There are many new homes, many of them in the $30,000 - $50,000 bracket and it was mutually agreed there should be no ~-4 zoning on Hartman Road. Mr. Hardwick said this would be agreeable to him because he planned to construct the shop on the rear of the lot. However, attention was called to the fact the Zoning Resolution prohibits a driveway across residential zoning to o~he~ than residential zoning. Mr. Gates reported he had a call from Bill Hilson objecting to B-4 zoning on Hartman-Road. ~r. Jennings said he had a call from Mr. Hilson, also. Various possibilities for a driveway were discussed, including the possibility of access through the Burnup and Sims property. Mr. Hardwick said the Burnup & Sims route was not. feasible. The problem was not solved. However, Mr. Hardwick indicated he would be satisfied for rezoning to be granted for the land he actually needed for the shop, leaving the property abutting Hartman Rd. residential, and he would try to solve the problem of access at a later date. Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Gates that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be granted, as amended, with the understanding that this-motion in no way implies approval of a driveway across residential zoning the t~e property zoned B-4 or approval of business zoning on Hartman Road. By a show-of-hands vote the motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Deane H. Stokes and Ransom R. Tilton for a change in zoning class- ification, from R-1Clone-family dwelling) to R-4 (motel, hotel, private clubs, etc.) for the following described property: The South 450 ft. of the below described tract: Parcels "G & H" as shown on plat of survey made by F. E. Englar, of the S½ of Lot 5 in Section 2 and the North part of Lots 1 and 2, in Section 11, all in Township 37 South, Range 41 East, which plat was filed for record on July 20th, 1931, and recorded in Plat Book 7, at page 13, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. LESS HOWEVER, any and all rights-of-way of record. TOGETHER with all riparian rights appertaining thereto. LESS the Easterly 200 ft. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Thomas K. Currie John P. Potthoff Ann L. Krohne, Tr. Paul Investment Co. 1701 NE -159~h St., North Miami Beach 1160 Plover Ave., Miami Springs 318-A Royal Poinciana Plaza, Palm Beach P O Box 245, Uleta, Florida Mr. Tilton at the hearing, stating the property described is owned jointly by him and Deane Stokes. It is located two properties North of Holiday Out, comprising approximately ~½ acres, and lies between A1A and Indian River. The 200 ft. abutting A1A is already zoned B-4, as is the land lying East of A1A. A group in Atlanta is interested in developing this property as a mobile home park (not a mobile home subdivision) for rental only. There was no objection from anyone present at the hearing. However, letter from John & christine Potthoff was read, expressing opposition. In answer to a question, Mr. LaForge stated this t~pe of development would fit into the proposed master plan for development of St. Lucie County. Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Beard that recommendation for approval of the petition be made to the Board of County Commissioners because ~ei~ype of development proposed is in line with the type of development underway in the area. Motion carried with Mr. Hallam abstaining. PUBLIC HEARING,, Petition of Laura Hancock, Trustee, by Rupert J. Smith, Attorney, for a change in zoning classification, from A-1 (agriculture) to R-4 (multiple dwellings, motels, etc.) and B-2 (limited business) for the following described property:' The South one-half of the SW% of Section 32, Township 34 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by .first class mail- to adjacent property owners, as follows: Robert E. Rose Cugal C. Campbell St. Lucie Investments, Inc. Mrs. Harriett J. Boyle Fred F. Petrone Earl M. Smith, Jr. Reginald Knight Phoebe J. Turtle Marie 9- Sutter Edward H. Keeler Enrique Clavell Marie Harrison Joseph Cerverizzo q Nicholas Infante Abraham Natter Harry Pottberg Theresa Sutton Nicholas Coppola william Fischer Earl B. Ebner Rt. 4, Box 450, Fort Pierce 415 Andrews Ave., Delray Beach 122 B1oor West, Toronto, Ont., Canada 331 Sunset Ave., Old Bridge,~ N.J. Ridge Road, Monmouth Junction,NJ 516 Brooks St., Bridgeport, Conn. 2303 No. 41st St., Fort Pierce 65 Atlantic Ave., Hawthorne, N.Y. 255 Midwood way, Colonia, N.J. 197 Connecticut, Norwalk, Conn. 930 E. 87th St., Brooklyn, N.Y- 2308 N. 42nd St., Fort Pierce 1266 Spur Drive, South is!iP Manor, LI, N.Y. 37 Clifton Ave., Apt. 2-D, Rockville Center, N.Y. 11 N. 2nd Ave., Highland Park, N.J. 592 Oak Dr., Saddle B~o~k, N.J. 331 Sunset Ave., Old Bridge, N.J. 107 River St., East Rutherford, N.J. 246 N. Fulton Ave., Lindenhurst, L.I.,N.¥. 3221 So. Federal Hwy, Fort Pierce March 28, 1968 (continued) Edson T. Bennett, Sr. Edith H. Van Amringe Florida Homesite Estates Carl D. Bronson Clara O"Laughlin Estate Josephine Ward Sander Lember Chas. B. Thomas Albert Tapp Chas. G. Engstrom Sheppard Davis Mathilde Meruzzi Estate Axel O. Bragner Paul Gagtiano Chas. Fisher P O Box 224, Carmel, N.Y. 234 E. 52nd St., New York, N.Y. 220 W. 42nd St., New York, N.Y. 6909 So. Indian River Dr., Ft. Pierce 6045 Benalux Dr., Toledo, Ohio 415 Suydan St., Brooklyn, N.Y. 1769 SW 9th St., Miami 2218 N. 42nd St., Fort Pierce 620 NE 2nd Ct., Hallendale, Florida 150-29 Hoover Ave., Jamaica, N.Y. 1021 NW 198th St., Miami c/o Chas. Stone,328 So. 2nd St., Ft. Pierce 2107 NO. 41st St., Fort Pierce 7010 E. Continental Dr., ~101, ~cottsdale, Arizona 261 Broadway, New York, N.Y. Rupert Smith, attorney, repereenting petitioner, stated this 80-acre tract has been purchased for the purpose of constructing one and two story rental units. Also, a small convenience-type shopping center in the Northeast corner. Mr. LaForge, Regional Planner, said this property appears on the proposed master plan for the County as a high density residential area. The plan shows a future school site close by on the North. Adjacent property to the East was recently rezoned to R-3, a high density residential classification, and is already under development. A telephone message from Robert E. Rose was read. Mr. Rose does not object to the property being rezoned for residential use but feels R-4 is too broad, per- mitting motels, institutions of various kinds, etc. ~ecommended a more restrictive classification. He also objected to B-2 zoning because in his opinion there is sufficient business zoning in the area; further, that Juanita Avenue should remain residential. Mr. Hoyt Murphy noted that although the area of business zoning has been referred to as a shopping center it is planned to be only a small neighborhood business ar~a; in fact, 300' x 300' would permit n~ing else. Mr. LaForge advised this type of business area planning is good. Mr. Murphy urged approval of the peeition since this type of housing is needed. Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Beard that the petition be recommended to the Board of County commissioners for approval because the requested rezoning fits in with the proposed master plan, multiple dwellings are under development on adjacent property and there is an apparent need for such construction, By a show- of-hands vote the motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Douglas E. Mullins for a change in zoning classification, from M-2 (industry) to A-1 (agriculture), for the following described property: East 440 ft. of West 465 ft. of South 1998.45 ft. of SE¼, Section 12, Township 35 South, Range 39 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Kasoll Groves, Inc. Star Construction Co. walter Adams Jimmie L. Peterson Gilbert T. Rogers Gerald Reidling Alfred Harris Rt. 3, Box 607, Fort Pierce 805 Kaufman Ave., Fort Pierce Greenway Drive, Glennville, Conn. 2709 Citrus Ave., Fort Pierce Rt. 3, Box 170, Fort Pierce Rt. 3, Box 183-C, Fort Pierce 1416 No Hollywood Way, Burbank, Calif. Mr. Mullins stated he plans to d~vide the property into lots approximately 1½ acres in area for residential purposes. A number of people are interested in the project. He plans restrictions, requiring a setback of 100 ft. from Copenhaver Road, 25 ft. side yard, 50 ft. rear yard, one house per lot with a minimum of 2000 sq. ft. of living space. Many people are interested in keeping horses and they would be abl~ to do it here. There was no opposition to the petition. i22 Moved by Mr. Hal!am, seconded by Mr. Beard that recommended to.the Board of County Commissioners because it from an area essentially residential in character and will ial property which is in demand. Bya show-of-hands vote imously. M-2~zoning a type of resident- carried unan- PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Paul E. Ki~ngrey, et al, for a change in zoning classifi=ation, from B-3 (arterial business)~ and R-lC (one-family dwelling), to B-4 (general business), for the following described property: Lots 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10, Block 3, St. James Park, as ~e~orded in Plat Book 5, page 58, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent pro~e rty owners, as follows: Rupert J. Smith, Tr. Edward C. Burrows N. A. Shaheen Saul Franklin Robert E. Poyseli A. K. Hockaday Joe Jennings, Jr. Frank J. ~exa Tommy A. Crowell Samuel J. Lewis Jack Sewell Theodore R. Latwaitis Roger W. Davis William B. Hodges Russe Russe Helen Jesse Dewey Soni; occu He m supp~ appel the ] advi-, bui It Raulerson Bldg., Fort Pierce 4151 Lebanon Rd, Fort Pierce 415 So. 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MINUTES - PLA/qNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A joint meeting of the-Planning and Zoning Commission and the Board of County Commissioners was held at 7:30 P.M. on Wednesday, April 3, 1968 in the Commission Meeting Room in the Courthouse, Fort Pierce, Florida, with the following present: P & Z Com. Members - John Hallam, Richard Stebbins, C. H. Combs, Harold Beard. County Commissioners - Everett Green, John B. Park and Cody L. Bailey. Others: Albert Thomas, Zoning Director; RalphB. Wilson, County Attorney; Fred Bell, CountyAdministrator; Gordon Zealand, Director, Industrial Development Council; Miriam Diem, Secretary Leo LaForge, Regional Planner, presented the proposed Land Use Plan (Master Plan) for St. Lucie County. This work is done as part of the 701 Program and projects the ideal growth trend for the County until 1985. No action taken. A special meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission members present was called by the Chairman, Mr. Combs. Mr. wilson read a draft of the proposed Public Service District. After discussion, moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Hallam, that the County Attorney ~e authorized to advertise for a public hearing on this. proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution to be held May 2, 1968. Motion carried unanimously. 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' 'goramiss/o. £X ]. 19]~otary Public MINUTES - PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A meeting of the St. Lucie county Planning and Zoning was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, May 2, 1968 in the CommisSiOn Meeting Courthouse, Fort Pierce, Florida, with the following members present: C. H. Combs, Harry Jennings, Philip Gates, Richard Stebbins, A. B. Jackson, John Hallam, Also present: Albert Thomas, Zoning Director, Ralph B. Wilson, C ey, and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Mr. Combs, chairman, presided. Proof of Publication was presented showing the public hearing to be held ~t this time were duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission to amend the Schedule of District Regulations of St. Lucie County, as follows: "Amend "PROHIBITED USES AND STRUCTURES" in B-4 District (General Business) by adding- 'Open air display, sale or storage of second hand or used merchandise, except motor,vehicles in running order,i' Upon request, Mr. Thpmas read the provisions of the Schedule of District Regulations pertaining to B-4 classification. He explained the~proposed amendment is merely to prohibit outside storage except for automobiles in running condition. Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Gates that it be Board of County Commissioners that the proposed amendment be to the Mr. Hallam then asked if under this amendment outdoor ;e of boats would be permitted. Mr. Thomas suggested that provision be ~cond hand boat sales along with secondhand automobiles. There was general! agreement this would be fair and a service to the community. Mr. Hallam moved to amend his motion to recommend to the~Board of County Commissioners approval of the amendment, as follows: "Open air display, sale or storage of secondhand or used merchandise, except motor vehicles and boats in running order." This motion was seconded by Mr. Gates. Vote was polled on the amendment to the motion and carried unanimously. Vote was polled on the amended motion and carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission to amend the Schedule of District Regulations for St. Lucie CountY by adding a new district to be designated "PUBLIC SERVICE DIBTRICT" to read as follows: PUBLIC SERVICE DISTRICT INTENT OF DISTRICT A Public Service District is designed to locate public utilities and public services which, though they may be large in area, will not involve the use of processes or machinery whieh~.~ will by the emission of noise, vibration, odor or other polution create conditions detrimental to the value or existing use of ad- jacent property. PERMITTED USES AND STRUCTURES Public utilities and public service plants and facilities, including parks and recreational areas. PERMITTED ACCESSORY USES AND STRUCTURES Accessory uses and structures including living quarters accessory to a permitted use. PROHIBITED USES AND STRUCTURES Any manufacturing or commercial use other than a public utility or public service use or any residential use other than as an accessory use. May 2, 1968 (continued) SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS Permissible by the Board of Adjustment after public hearing and subject to appropriate conditions and safeguards: Mobile home as accessory use to protect property against vandals, thieves, etc. providing that any grant of special exception shall set a time limit of not to exceed one (1) year. MINIMUM LOT REQUIREMENTS None MINIMUM YA~ REQUIREMENTS Where a public service district directly abuts a residential diStrict without any separator, such as, a street, alley, canal or open space between them, then the lots in such public service district shall be required to provide a yard at least 25 feet deep adjacent to the residential district. Any such yard may be used for walkways, driveways or landscaping but not for any other use. MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF STRUCTURES None except as established by St. Lucie County Airport Zoning Resolution. SITE PLAN Before development commences on any parcel of land located in a public service district, the owner of said land or his agent shall submit a site plan for approval by the Board of County Commissioners. Said site plan shall include but not be limited to the following: 1. Area showing in general the location of the following: areas in which various processes will be per- .formed or machinery used, including the proposed use of such areas; b. areas for off-street parking; c. areas for loading and unloading facilities; d. areas, whether enclosed or open, for storage. 2. Points of ingress and egress. 3. Plans, showing in general, landscaping and beautification. OFF-STREET PARKING There shall be provided one off-street parking space for each employee on duty at any one time. LOADING AND UNLOADING Ail loading and unloading shall be off-street so as not to interfere with normal pedestrian or vehicular circulation of public rights-of-way. Mr Richard Hill, V-Pres, Florida Power ~ Light Company, was present. Stated he understands this zoning classification is being created to provide proper zoning for public utilities in the county and that the proposed Public Service District would appear to provide for the needs of his company. Mrs. Ruth Freeman questioned the yard requirements of 25 ft. It was explained that this provision would apply to only small installations such as transformer stations. Moved by Mr. Jenn~ngs, seconded by Mr. Haltam that the proposed Public Service District be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners for approval. The motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Muriel C. Steffen to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution for St. Lucie County, as follows: Add to PERMITTED USES IN ONE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS: "The owner of a parcel of land. containing not less than two (2) acres and who resides thereon, may keep not more than two (2) horses or two (2) ponies for his personal or family use: provided they are not placed, kept, or permitted within one'hundred fifty (150) feet of any dwelling under separate ownership." Mrs. Steffen stated she would like to amend her petition to restrict the proposed amendment to R-1AA zoning. Mr. Steffen advised he has lived in a good many parts of the.country in the past twenty-five years and has found that more exclusive residential areas do permit horses to be kept, where property was large enough. Mr,~ Steffen stated they have approximately ten acres. Had intended keeping the horseson the West side of the railroad track where there is A-1 zoning; however, after arranging for it to be cleared and planted found there was no source of water. This portion of the Savannah is c~mpletely dry at this time. Mr. Steffen noted that the place where they keep their horses is 300 ft. from Indian River Drive. The nearest house on the South is a distance of 450 ft. The closest house on the North is approximately 140 ft. to 150 ft. distant. They have two pet horses which they do not consider to be livestock, and they are not being raised for profit. Denied rumors that they are planning to breed horses. Considers pet horses to be in the same category as dogs, cats and other pets. Mr. Steffen invited inspection of the property at any time to verify its cleanliness and freedom from flies and objectionable insects. Mr. Andrew Rubin, 4107 So. Indian River Dr. supported the petition, stating he feels people, or many people, living on the Drive have adequate property on which to keep horses. Mrs. Harold Williams,3333 So. Indian River Dr., Charles W. Bloehm, 4245 So. Indian River, Dr., Don Horton, 4111 So. Indian River Dr., and Ollie Sample, 3125 So. Indian River Dr. all spoke in favor of the petition. Petitioner presented a petition in support of her request, signed by 47 property owners on So. Indian River Drive. She also presented letters in support from: Mrs. M. K. Dunklee, 6209 So. Indian River, Dr., Col. and Mrs. John Morgan, 6003 So. Indian River Dr., Dr. and Mrs. John Sines, 3115 So. Indian River Dr., Mr. and Mrs. Ray C. Phelps, 5309 So. Indian River Dr., Myer C. Heller, 3141 So. Indian River Dr., Mr. and Mrs. John B. Hughes, 6109 So. Indian River Dr., Mr. and Mrs. Geo. A. Blackburn, 3121 So. Indian River Dr., Dr. C. R. Cambron, and Dr. Ralph W. Bohn. Wm. F. Willis, attorney, was present representing Charles 'T. McCarty, adjacent property owner on the South. He presented the following petition: PETITION We, the undersigned, are property owners lying within 150 of the property owned by MURIEL C. STEFFEN, 5605 South Indian River Drive, St. Lucie County, Florida, and we, and eabh of us, are opposed to the addition of the permitted use in one family~residential districts as proposed in the Petition of MURIEL C. STEFF~!to the Planning and Zoning Commission of St. Lucie County, the proposed additional use is set out more particularly as ltows: "The owner of a parcel of land containing not less than two (2) acres and who resides thereon, may keepkRot more than two (2) horses or two (2) ponies for his personal or family use~ provided they are not placed, kept or permitted within one hundred Fifty (150) feet of any dwelling under separate ownership." s/ Charles T. McCarty 5103 S. Indian River Drive, Ft. Pierce, Fla. Mary Neil Mary M. Bordhers 5603 S. Indian River Drive, Ft. Pierce, Fla. 5603 S. Indian River Drive, Ft. Pierce, Fla. May 2, 1968 (continued) Mr. Willis stated the three signatures on the petition represent 85% of the property within 150 ft. of the Steffen property. He pointed out the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution provides for the keeping of horses in A-1 (agricultureal) districts. Also, that the proposed amendment would affect all residential areas, not just the Drive. Mrs. Steffen pointed out she had requested that her petition be amended to apply to ~iAA zoning only. Mr. Wilson, County Attorney, ruled that the petition could be amended to apply to R-1AA zoning only, because this would be more restrictive. However, he felt the the "150 feet of any dwelling under separate ownership" would have to be retained, and could not be reduced to read "140 feet of any dwelling ...... "since this would be less restrictive. Mr. Willis noted the petition of protest was signed by adjacent property owners on the North and South, the people most concerned about their own properties and about the downgrading of R-1AA zoning generally. He stated the Zoning Resolution permits horses in A-1 zoning, which is the classification assigned to the land West of the Railraod trac~s. ~herefore, any resident on So. Indian River Drive could keep horses on their land West of the tracks. Mr. Thmmas quoted from the regulations from A-1 zoning with regard to raising of animals and stated the Zoning and Building Department takes the position the "raising of cattle, sheep and goats" in A-1 is being done for profit. Mr. Andrew Rubin referred to Mr. Willis statement that people on the Drive are permitted to have livestock West of the railroad. However, the County has chosen to flood the Savanna to make a recreationarea and when this is done, he will lose 250 ft. of his property West of the tracks. Mr. Rubin approved this use of the savanna but everyone will lose the use of a portion of their property to the West. Felt this should be taken into consideration. Mrs. Steffen referred to a statement made by Mrs. Harold Williams - that using the railroad as a boundry line for keeping horses is not fair because the railroad meanders and in some instances horses could be kept quite close to dwellings and in others quite far away. Mr. R. Feuerbacher remarked that he doubts many of the properties will qualify for keeping horses because of the narrow lots. George Carnahan, President of the Indian River Drive Assn. opposed the petition on behalf of the Association, stating the members of the Association went on record as being in opposition at their last meeting. He proceeded to cite actions of the Steffens which he termed 'illegal" , referring to a permit secured for a fence which turned out to be a riding ring~ a permit for a carport which turned out to be a shelter for horses; and accused the Steffens of merely attempting to make somethinglegal which was illegal fromthe time the horses were brought in. Mr. Jennings asked Mr. Carnaham how many people attended the meeting of the Drive Association and whether or not the vote was unanimous. Mr. Carnahan said he was speaking of the vote taken at the meeting which was attened by 28 people. Mrs. Steffen referred to the petition she had presented, statingshe knows some of the people who signed the petition had attended the meeting. Morris Appel, 4201 So. Indian River Dr. stated the Indian River Drive Assn. has been a bone of contention of most Of the people on the Drive for 20 yeass, because they object to everything. Fee~s the people on the Drive should have horses if they want them, and the majority of the people on the Drive have indicated they are in favor of it. Gregory L~ke, 3701 So. Indian River D~e, stated he has no objection to the people. W~en he talked with the Steffens this af&ernoon he was near the horses and there was no offensive odor. The chairman declared discussion from the floor closed. Mr. Carnahan objected to Mr. Jennings casting a vote because he has a horse of his own. Mr. Jennings admitted he keeps a horse. Ed Burns, 5407 So. Indian River Dr. stated he sees no r~ason why Mr. Jennings should abstain because he is entitled to his opinion. Looked over the Steffen property today and found nothing objectionable. Mr. Stebbins asked Mr. Wilson: If this petition is granted, someone is keeping horses in compliance with the regulations and then a home is constructed on adjacent property so that the required distances ~rom adjacent dwellings are no longer complied with, would it be necessary to move the horses? Mr. ~I~lson replied that the horses would have to be moved. Moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. }{allam that approval of the proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution be recommended to the Board of C unty Commissioners, re trl~ctlng it to R-/AA zoning. Moved by Mr. Stebbins, seconded by Mr. Beard, to amend Mr. Hallam's motion to add "that no horse shall be kept within 300 ft. from the edge Of the right-of-way of Indian River Drive". By a show of hands vote the amendment to the motion carried, with Mr. Jennings abstaining. Bya show of hands vote to motion, as amended, carried, with Mr. Jennings abstaining. Petition of Mrs J. Electa Cordary for a change in zoning classification, from B-2 (limited business) to B-4 (general business) fQr the following described proper ty: That pa~t of SE~ of SW~ of NW¼ lying South of Okeechobee Road, Section 19, ?ownship 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows; W. C. Graves, Jr. Gene S. Cofer Sidney M. Gilbert Charles I. Johnson Minton Equipment Co. William C. King Clotilde F Taylor Archel Johnson Fred Ooley Ma~de H. Martin L. C. Rowe Susan Meredith Arnold E. Williams Tom Collins Auto Sales Box 517, Vero Beach Tucker, Georgia Box 82, Fort Pierce Box 188, Palm Beach Box 3270, Fort Pierce Box 878, Fort Pierce 404 So. 5th St., Fort Pierce Rt 4, Box 648, Fort Pierce 1502 S. 27th St., Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 649, Fort Pierce 5909 Citrus, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 618, Fort Pierce 1590- 5th Ct., Vero Beach Rt. 4, Box 613, Fort Pierce Petitioner, Mrs. Cordary, and Earl Cordary present, at the hearing. Petitioner rents this property and a prospective tenant wishes to operate an applicance repair b~i~s~ in the existing building. The Commission reviewed the present zoning of the area. ~ There is B~4 zoning to the Northwest and Southwest. Only one objection was presented, this in the form, of a letter, as follows: "Dear Sirs: Persuant to the =ezoning request on the tract legaly described as follows: That part of SE¼ of SW¼ of NW¼ lying south of Okeechobee Road in Section 19-35-40. As title holders to 10 acre tract lying south of the property line of the above described property,: and further described as: NE¼ of SW% of SW¼ of Sec. 19-35-40. We wish to register our objection to any new Zoning classif- ication to B 4 as is asked in the petition under consider- ation. A business of this type would certainly ~owngrade~ the area. I am sure you can readily visualize the decrepit appliances scattered-about the premises. Making an eyesore on this main drive from the Trunpike Entrance to the City of Fort Pierce, as well as having an adverse effect on the value of our joining property. I earnestly hope that you will bear with us in this matter. Respectfully yours, Charles and Alice Johnson May 2, 1968 (continued) (Mr. Jennings was excused) Moved by Mr. Stebbins, seconded by Mr. Hallam that approval of this petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because the requested B-4 classification is in line with the established trend of the area. The motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Robert C. Fender for a change in zoning classification, from M-1 (industrial) to B-2 (limited business) for the following described property: Beg at a pt. on North line of Lot 150, Maravilla Gardens Unit 3, which is 210 ft. West of NW corner of said lot, th South parallel with centerline of Oleander Avenue 200 ft.; th West parallel with North line of said lot 35 ft.; th South 125 ft.; West 165 ft.; to West line of Oleander Ave., th following said line North and Easterly to South line of Edwards Road, th East to P.O.B., St. Lucie County, Florida Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owne~, as follows: Robert L.. Brewer Joel L. Ellis Rolande Van Raventeyn Maravilla Estates, Inc. Ernest Goldston St. Lucie County Box 3321, Fort Pierce 3060 Oleander Ave., Fort Pierce 3055 A1 Lane, Fort Pierce Palm Beach Towers, Palm Beach 3061 So. 10th St., Fort Pierce Box 700, Fort Pierce Frank Fee, Attorney, present at the hearing representing petitioner. Mr. Fee stated his client proposes to construct a service station on the Southeast corner of the intersection of Edwards Road and Oleander Ave., and a 7-11 Store adjoining on the South. When the property was purchased by Mr. Fender there was a misunderstanding about the zoning. There was no opposition to the proposed zoning change. Moved by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Hallam that approval of the petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners since this appears to be a reasonable use for this property and B-2 zoning places it in a higher classification. The motion carried unanimously. PETITION OF GEORGE D. STANLEY (continuation) On April 9, 1968 the Board of County Commissioners referred this petition back to the Planning and Zoning Commission, the Commission having requested this action pending approval of an amendment to the Schedule of District ~Rgulations which would prohibit outdoor storage of merchandise in B=4 Zoning. This date said amendment was referred to the Board of County Commissioners with recommendation for approval. Moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Jackson that the George Stanley petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners for approval, presuming County Commission approval of the amendment to the Schedule of District Regulations prohibiting outdoor sto=age of merchandise in B-4 zoning except for motor vehicles and boats in running condition. PETITION OF O.N. HARDWICK (continuation) On April 23, 1968 the Board of County Commissioners referred this petition back to the Planning and Zoning Commission inasm;ch as no building permit could be given because access to the proposed shop couldn't be through residential zoning, and there, was no other means of access. Mr. Hardwick had inquired if he could construct a house, for rental, using the original amount of land. Mr. Thomas noted he already has three houses in R-lC zoning, which are, of course, non-conforming. Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Stebbins that Mr. Hardwick be permitted to withdraw his petition for B-4 zoning and, if he desires, resubmit it for multiple housing. Motion carried unanimously. MI}~3TES Moved by Mr.~ Jackson, seconded by Mr. Gates that the minutes of March 28, 1968 be approved as circulated and the Minutes of April 3, 1968 be corrected to show the motion was made by Mr. Beard. Motion unanimously carried. ['Marion :urday Marion is er pub- attach- ~day la r appeared Marion pub- that the attach- Saturday rida appeared Marion is Publisher, )er pub- rida; that the attach- ................................................ Court, ,aper in the issues of ...~..3..~f.~ .......... said newspaper has heretofore day except Saturday matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, oae year next preceding the first pt, b- and affiant further says that he has' discollnt, rebate, corn- for publication in the otary ,Public I MINUTES - Planning and Zoning Commission A meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, June 13, 1968, in the Commission Meeting Room in the Courthouse at Fort Pierce, Florida, with the following present: C.H. Combs, John Lester, John Hallam, Harold Beard and A. B. Jackson, members of the Commission; also, Leo LaFDrge, Regional Planner, Ralph B. Wilson, County Attorney and Miriam L. Diem, Secretary. C. H. Combs, chairman, presided. Proof of Publication was presented showing the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. PUBLIC H~ARING Petition of Florida Power & Light Company for a change in Zoning Class- ification, from R-lA (one-family dwelling) and R-4 (multiple dwelling) to PS-1 (Public Service District), for the following described property: Ail of Fractional Sections 8 and 9 less ~he~North 583.71 feet as measured along the Atlantic Ocean and less the South 200 feet of the North 783.71 feet lying East of A-1-A right of way; and all of Fractional Sections 1'5, 16 and 17 all being in Township 36 South, Range 41 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Florida Power & Light Company proposes to construct a power plant to serve the entire East Coast of Florida. The lands described are situated so as to provide a proper and suitable location for the development of this service which is necessary for the future growth of the community. Owners of the property described are: The Kiplinger Association, Inc. LaVerne C. Kiplinger, Trustee; Bonnie Kiplinger McNamara and Francis F. McNamara LaVerne C. Kiplinger The Kiplinger Washington Editors, Inc. Trustees of the Kiplinger Employees' Profit Sharing Plan Norman B. Mumaw and Florence S. Mumaw Eva H. Bray Irvin A. Brooke and Kathryn B. Brooke Raymond Richardson and Lillian W. Richardson C. Gale Kiplinger and Jeannette B. Kiplinger Walter Willard Boyd and Ruth Goodhue Boyd Frederick C. Mayer Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Broward National Bank of Ft. Lauderdale 25 So. Andrews, Ft. Lauderdale Ray M. Earnest 1101 City National Bank Bldg. 25 W. Flagler, Miami Mr. R. D. Hill, V-Pres., Mr. Kensman, V-Pres. and George Patterson, Attorney, present on behalf of Florida Power & Light Company'. Mr. Hill stated the change in zoning classification is requested so the Florida Power and Light can proceed to construct a power plant at the location described in the petition. Suggested that in view of the statements made by him and others representing the Company on pre~vious occasions, it would be unnecessary to reiterate at this time. Letter read from Paul J. Driscoll, V-pres, St. Lucie County Farm Bureau, urging requested rezoning be granted. purchased about powe extend the at St. Geo. McFadden, Ft. Lauderdale, opposed the petition. A syndicate has acent on the North which they propose to develop. Inquired out from the plant. Mr. Hill stated that it is proposed to overhead, Westward across the Indian River, to meet the line witching Station in White City. Alleged type of fRe many timeS if rezoning Mr. McFadden's Attorney, arrived and spoke for his client. tassification has no safeguards for the public as a whole - not specified. A nuclear power plant has been mentioned necessary clearances cannot be secured for a nuclear plant then, ~dy been done, they can construct a plant using any other type possible of fuel. This would change the problem from possible thermal polution to/air pollution. Does not doubt intent of present administration of the Company but another administration might not carry through on the present intent. Mr. Stone objected to the provision for only 25 ft. setback. While Florida Power and Light now plans to place their plant in the center of the property, they could place it within 25 ft. of the North line of their property to the detriment of his clients. Mr. Stone also objected to use of one of the most beautiful portions of Hutchinson Island for a power plant. Ocean frontage to the South is almost totally utilized making Hutchinson Island the next place for development. Mr. Hill replied that the 25 ft. setback is not intended for the Florida Power and Light Company plant, but for all utilities. There are plenty of safeguards - a site plan must be approved, which means the Board of County Commissioners can prevent the company doing anything injurious to the area. A nuclear power plant is planned which, in addition to the site plan, will require permits from many Federal and State agencies and these permits in themselveS will be safeguards. Mr. Hill referred to the power plant in Fort Pierce which burns oil when gas is not available,, and the emission from the plant is not bothersome and does not cause air pollution. Further, Mr. Hill stated, the plant will not deter the development of the Island, since a more~ than adequate buffer zone will be provided, and conservationists need not be concerned since there will be a co-mingling of industry and conservation. He stressed that Florida is the 9th State in the Union and hopes, soon, to be the 8th. To achieve and sustain such growth power must be available. Mr. Richard Davis reported that last niqht the Board of Directors of the Chamber of Commerce passed a resolution favoring the change in zoning classification and the plant installation~proposed. Ernest Gross, a resident of South Indi~ River Drive, stated he, and others, are distrubed about the proposed power plant. Emphasized he is not opposing the plant and knows of no one who is opposed to it. Has talked with four members of the Planning and Zoning Commission about his concern and wishes to present his reasons at this time. Has not spoken before because he has no organization and little communication with other residents of the Drive. Mr. Gross is concerned: A thorough look is not being taken atboth sides of this matter - no consideration is being given to hoW much harm, ~as well as good, may issue. b. There is too m~h haste to accommodate Florida Power & Light Co. Ce About transmission lines of the Indian River requiring condemna- of property and whether or not adjacent property owners will be reimbursed for depreciation in values of their realty. About glare from outdoor lighting of plant which may result in lessening the natural night beauty of the River. ee That there may be bad effects from radiation (quoted literature published by the State Board of Health on this subject). That Florida Power and Light Co. awarded a contract 48 hrs. before the last meeting on their previous petition to a "Northern" firm. "1Qw ~-" h. That the estimate of 50 permanent employees is B? ~ u~ That conservation and recreation plans for the Company property are not requirements of the Federal Government and are, therefore, prObably suspect. Mr. Gross concluded by saying he has not intentially made any untrue state- ments and suggested that before granting rezoning the County extract some accommodations from the Company in return for granting accommodations to the Company. Mr. Hill responded by restating things said many times before: That safeguards for all phases of construction a~d operation ars guaranteed because of the many Federal, State and local govern- ment agencies involved. 0 The Company has proven its interest in conservation and recreation by their activities in these areas at other locations. 133 3. The amount of employment promised will be forthcoming. 4. Glare from outdoor lighting, if any, can be shielded. Large buffer zones have been planned to (1) assure an attractive installation and (2) to avoid complaints from residents at any time in the future. The Company does have time limitations and want to avoid any delays in getting the groundwork underway. A combustion engineering firm has been hired but the contract provides for cancellation if proper zoning, etc. is not forthcoming. Mr. Hill and Mr. Gross both mentioned having had a conference about the power plant some months ago. Mr. Hallam inquired if the AEC requires a mile of buffer zone. Mr. Kensman replied that the ARC has strict criteria - there must be sufficient distance from adjacent property or very, very heavy containment around the plant. The Company felt it would be easier and better 'to have more land and avoid having close neighbors. The AEC has a formula which muSt be followed. Mr. Hallam: Is temperature of water controlled by the AEC? Mr. Hill replied that the AEC has no-jurisdiction over thermal control but the State does have control. Mr. Hallam ~ment~d that he has done some checking and found the Departmen't of Interior has control over thermal pollution and that if they changed their criteria Florida PoWer & Light Company would have.to make. changes accordingly. Mr. Kensman agreed this is true. Asked if this also pertains to air pollution, Mr. Kensman advised that it does not at the present~ time. H~s~er, the State of Florida has standards for air pollution. Moved by.Mr. -Lester, seconded by Mr. Hallam, that approval of this petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because the proposed power plant is necessary to meet future local and State-wide needs and proper installation'and operation is assured by the permits, licenses and controls required, of Federal , State and loCal regulatory agencies. Vote on the motion was as follows: Ayes - Hallam, Beard, Lester and Combs. Nays - Jackson. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Iowa Land & General Development Corporation for a change in zoning classification, from R-lA (single-family dwelling) amd R-4 (multiple dwelling) to A-1 (agriculture), for the following described property: Parcel ~1 - Nettle Islandand Submerged Land: Start at the Northeast corner of Section 3, Township 37 South, Range 41 East; thence run North 89o38'22,, West along the North lineof said Section 3, a dis- tance of 1331.65 feet; thence run South 00°08'21" East, a distance of 1557.86 feet to the point of beginning; thence run North 70o30' East a distance of 559.54 feet; thence run South 40°30' East a distance of 1490.37 feet; thence run S~th 19o30' East a distance of 466.79 feet; thence run South 70°30' West a distance of 2551.18 feet; thence run North 19°30' West a distance of 1858.17 feet; thence run North 70o30, East a distance of 1457.54 feet to the pointof beginning; to- gether with an easement for. causeway and bridg9 granted by the Trustees Of the Internal Improvement Fund Board of the State of Florida, des- cribed as follows: From the pointof beginning described above, run North 70o30' East a distance of 559.54 feet; thence run South 40o30, East a distance of 1490.37 feet; thence run'South 19o30'' East a dis- tance of 72.15 feet to the point of beginning of said easement; thence continue to run South 19°§0' East a distance of 100.46 feet; thence run North 75o02'37'' East a distance of 1009.91 feet to the East shore of the Indian River; thence run North 33°58'13'' West, along said shore a distance of 105.77 feet; thence run South 75o02'37'' West a distance of 985 feet to the point of beginning. Parcel ~2 _ Property between A1A and Ocean and between A1A and the Indian River: A stri~ of land extending frOm the center- line of State Road A1A, as per Plat of record in Plat Book 10, Page 35, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida, to the Indian River and being 350 feet in width as measured on thee perpendicular, the Northerly line of said strip of-land.being described as follows: Start at the Northwest corner of Government Lot 16 Section 2, Town- ship 37 South,. Range 41 East; thenCe run South 00 ...08'21". East along the West line of said Lot 1 and Southerly extension thereof, a dis- tance of 2124.84 feet to the point of beginning; thence run North Ju;ne 13, 1968 (continued) 75002'37'' East to said 'road centerline; also, from said point of be- ginning, run South 75002'37'' West to the Indian River; less road right of way. ALSO, a strip of land extending from the centerline of State Road A1A to the Atlantic Ocean and being 140 feet in width, as measured~on the perpendicular, the Northerly line b~ing described as fo!lows~ Start at the Northwest corner of Government Lot 1, Sec- tion 2, Township 37 South, ~Range 41 East; thence run'South 00o08'21'' East, along the West line of said Lot 1 and Southerly extens, ion thereof, a distance of 2124.84 feet; thence run 'No~t~ 75°02 37" East to said centerline of State Road A1A; thence run. South 21o13'52'' East along said road centerline, a distance of 73.93 feet to the point of beginning; thence run North 81o07'38'' East to the Atlantic Ocean; less road right of way. Parcel ~3. Start at the NW corner of Section 2, Township 37 South, Range 41 East; thence run North 88o37'29'' East, along~ the north line of said Section 2, a distance of 1426.80 feet to the intersection point of the tangents of a curve in State Road A1A; thence run South 22°58'01" E, along the southerly~tangent, a distance of 258.93 feet to the potent of curvature in the Centerline of said road; thence continue to run South 22°58'01'' East, along said road Centerline, a distance of 1995.04 feet to a pointh~einafter referred to as point No. 1; thence continue to run South 22°58'01'' East, along said road centerlin¢, a distance of 134.86 feet to a point hereinafter referred to a point No. 2; thence continue to run South 22°58'01'' East, along said road centerline a distance of 279.82 feet to the point of beginning; thence run South 73°45' West a distance of 1030.34 feet to the waters of the Indian River; thence meander said waters northwesterly a distance of 30© feet to the south line of land conveyed to Dyer by deed recorded in Deed Book 261, page 9, public records of St. Lucie Count~ Florida; thence run North 73o18'28'' East, along Dyer's south line, a distance of 1110.32 feet to said point No. 2; thence run North 22°58'ol'' West, along said road centerline, a distance of 134.86 feet to point No. 1; thence run North 79o23'29'' East, along Dyer's south line east of State Road A-l-A, as described in Deed-Book 261, page 7, said public records, a distance of 541.19 feet to the waters ofthe Atlantic Ocean; thence meander said waters southeasterly a distance of 358 feet to the point of interSection with a line that bears North 73°45' East from. the point of beginning; thence run South 73°45' West, along lastly said line, a distance of 510.34 feet to the point of beginning; less right-of-way of said Road A-1-A. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Don D. McAfee Ralph H. Hiers Doyle Rogers, Tr. 1621 cOnnecticut Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C. Sewell's Point, Jensen Beach, Fla. 250 County Road, Palm Beach, Fla. Evans Crary, Jr., Attorney, present at the hearing, representing petitioner. Mr. Crary stated Iowa Land'and ~en~eral Development Company is planning to develop 125 acres for rental travel trailer and mobile home sites. The acreage includes Nettles Island and the surrounding submerged lands, and'acreage on Hutchinson Island. Petitioner has already Secured permits for dredging and filling adjacent to Nettles Island. Mr. Crary displayed a sketch and aerial photographs which showed a bridge from Hutchinson Island to Nettles Island, travel trailer and mobile home sites on each island, and a recreation area on the ocean. The property lies approximately 3 miles North of Jensen Beach. The development will be similar t° Holiday Out except that all lots will be on a rental basis. Water will be extended fromthe South and sewage disposal plantS will be constructed. Mr. 'LaForge, Regional Planner, advised this property is zoned for low density residential p~rposes on the proposed Master Plan for St. Lucie County. However, it could change to high density residential without harm to the residential plan. A telephone message was read from Chas. S. Dewey of Washington, D. C. opposing the requested rezoning. Mr. Dewey recently purchased adjoining property owned by Don McAfee, with the understanding that all river frontage inthe general area was zoned single-family residential. Ransom Tilton, Realtor, stated he represents Doyle ROgers, Tr. and the property adjoining on the South. Inquired when work on the project would begin. Mr. Crary could not give an exact date but felt it would be as soon as possible because there is a time limit on the permits for dredging and filling. Mr. Tilton emphasized he does hot ~oppose the petition; merely wanted information. June 13, 1968 135 Moved by Mr. Lester, seconded by Mr. Jackson, that approval of this petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because the proposed develop- ment is in line with other planned developments on South Hutchinson Island for which rezoning was requested and granted and the Regional Planner feels it would do no harm to the residential character planned for this area. Vote on the motion was polled, as follows: Ayes - Lester, Jackson and Combs. Nayes - Hallam and Beard. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Gorham Construction Company for a change in zoning classification, from M-2 (industrial) to M-3 (industrial), for the following described property: Begin at SE corner of SW~, run North on half section line 879.5 ft., th West 200 ft., North to Okeechobee Road, SWly along Okeechobee Road to East line of W½ of SE¼ of SW¼, th run South 1137.07 ft., East 660 ft., to POB, Section 24, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first'class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: C. W. Peters Estate Sibyl M. Hayes Sheldon B. Miller, Tr. James R. peeler No. St. Lucie River .Drainage Dist. Roy P. Thomas P 0 Box 126, Fort Pierce 2911 Okeechobee Rd., Fort Pierce 407 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach P O Box 732, Fort Pierce P 0 Box 191, Fort Pierce P 0 Box 1056, Fort Pierce Vincent Gorham, Jr. and Mr. Eaton of Dixie Asphalt Corp. present at the hearing/ Mr. Gorham stated he has been storing liquid asphalt for many years. Now, due to a new process for solid asphalt he wants to store it in this form. When he applied for a permit to erect a storage facility found storage of solid asphalt is permitted in M-3 zoning only. P~efers to retain present M-2 classification but wants to store solid asphalt~ therefore, has asked for~4-3 zoning. Showed picture slide ofthe storage unit. It is not unsightly and will be placed to the rear of the property. SOlid asphalt is inert, there are no fumes or other offensive characteristics. Mr. RoyThomas, adjacent pzoperty owner, opposed any downgrading of present zoning. This is a main thoroughfare andshould be kept as attractive as possible. Chester Griffin, Attorney, stated he represents the C. W. Peters Estate. His client is opposed to M-3 zoning although she is not opposed to storage of asphalt on Mr. Gorham'E property. Letter from Walter A. Dun, Pres., North St. Lucie River Drainage District, advising the Board of Supervisors ofthe District do not oppose requested rezoning. Letter from Sheldon B. Miller, Milbro Investments, Inc. opposing petition. Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Beard, that this petition be tabled and that the Planning and Zoning Commission initiate a petition to amend the Schedule of District Regulations to permit storage of solid asphalt in M-2 zoning. PUBLIC HEARING Petition~of Robert E. Rose for changes in zoning classifications, as follows: Change from R-3 (multiple dwelling) to R-lC (one-family dwelling) for the following described property: 'S½ of the SE¼ of Section 32, Township 34 South, Range 40 East, less and excepting therefrom rights of way for roads and canals and less and excepting Tract A, Tract B and Tract C of-Unit 1, Sheraton Plaza S/D, as recorded in Plat Book 14, Page 32, public records of St. Lucie County, ~Florida, and~further excepting therefrom the North 290' ft. of the East-300 ft. of said S½ of the SE¼ of Section 32, Township 34 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Change from A-1 (agricultUre) to R-lC (one-family dwelling) for the following described property: - 136 June 13, 1968 (continued) N~ of the SE¼ of Section 32, Town.ship 34 SQuth t 300 ft, tty,. Florida. Change from A-1 (agriculture) to B-3 (arterial business) for the following desCribed property: The East 300 .ft. of the North 1/2 of the SE~ of Section 32, Township 34 South, Range 40 East, less and excepting therefrom righ'ts-of-way for roads and Canals, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent to adjacent property owners, as follows: Ronald Anderson Blanche S. Metaiitz Abraham Einhorn John McAlevey Muriel E. ~ade Sabatino Pecoraro Nellie KuCharski Elisa Urraya ..... Leonard Ritzer George H. Jaffin Chas. J. Zimmer Theotis Snow Pasquale Colarullo Raffaele DePaola Abe Ratner Robert E. Gilson Stergus T. Petra Ann Josephson Diana Brief Jas. W. McFadden Joseph E. Peluso Eugene E. Rocken Ethel Stein Ludmilla S. Paster Alexander Farkas Marino Jiminez Joseph D. Jessel Gerard E. Dallas Lillian Sominsky Rose T. Sapeta Abraham Mangel Louis Klempner W. F. Seidel Estate G. Albert Bloodworth St. Lucie Investments Laura Hancock, Tr. S & S F F C District Stergius T. Petra Irma Alosie Gene Bosco E. I. Smith Philip Cohen Mabel Towner Anna Josephson Murray M. Jacobs Jack Lipton Ida Sindone Adelaide H. Cummings Anthony Graziosi David Susner N.J. Lardier Dorothea R. Flaxbaum Louise T. Starr Jacob Nieburg John B. Waters 2405' C0ral Ave., Fort pierce~ 1358 E. 54th St., Brooklyn, N.Y. 9310 101st Ave., Ozone Park, LI, N.Y. 33 Laredo Dr., Rochester, N.Y. 16022 Waltz Circle, Huntington Beach, Calif. 370 Greenwich St,, Bergenfield, N.J. 54 Obert St., S. River, N.J. 33 Carpenter St., Glen Cove, Li,..N.Y. 2902 Avenue J, Brooklyn, N.Y. 29~9 Terrace Dr., Chevy Chase, Md. Ridge Road, Milton, N.J. Box 166, Trappe, Md. 83 Cedar St., Valley Stream, LI, N.Y. 108-07 Jamaica Ave,, Richmond Hill, LI, N.Y. 341 W. 38th St., N~w York, N.Y. 3552 Steinway St., Long Island City, N.Y. Box 417, Fort Pierce 220 Littleton Rd, Ap~. 3~ Parsippany, N.J. 1559 E. 13th st., Brooklyn, N~Y. 2408 San Diego, Fort Pierce 54 S. 6th Ave., Mt. Vernon, N.Y. Rt. 2, ~nnville, Penna. 5985 Shore Parkway, Brooklyn, N.Y. 9 S. Florida Ave., Atlantic City, N.J. 425 NE 173rd St., North Miami Beach 525 W. 40th Place, Hialeah, Florida 300 Seminole Ave., Palm Beach 13 E. 27th St., Bayonne, N.J. 83-15 98th St., Woodhaven, N.J. 26 Roselle Ave.', Cranford, N.J. 3023 Brighton 3rd St., Brooklyn, N.~. 8154 Natick Ave., Van Nuys, Calif. 366 washington AVe., Bre~twood, LI, N.Y. P 0 Box 1659, Fort Pierce 122 Bloor W, Toronoto 5, Ontario, Canada 131 North 4th St., Fort Pierce P 0 Box 3780, Fort Pierce P 0 Box 417, Fort Pierce _~137 Wilder Av~., Bronx, N.Y. 108-32 42nd Ave., Corona, LI, N.Y. 11368 845 Pinewood Road, Lakeland, Florida 1441 College View Dr., Mon%erey Park, Calif. 2406 N. 25th St., Fort Pierce 220 Littleton Road, Parsippany, N.J. 220 Hunt Ave., Fort Pierce 2858 Bronx park East, Bronx, N.Y~ 5622 Beverly Road, Brooklyn, N.Y. 2406 San Marcos, Fort Pierce ~38 Teaneck Road, Ridgefield Park,: N.J. 361 NW 204 Terrace, Miami 108 Peck Avenue, NeWark, N.J. 1445 Sheridan Ave., Bronx, N.Y. 131 North 4th St., Fort Pierce 135 Belmont Ave., Jersey City, N.J. 07304 229 Garden Avenue, Fort Pierce Petitioner and Don Horton, Engineer, present at hearing. The South 1/2 of SE¼ Sec 32-34-40 was recently rezoned to R-3 (multiple dwelling), and Mr. Rose bergen development on this basiS. However, find the market is for single-family dwellings which is the motivation for the request for rezoning to R-lC. Mr. Rose called attention to the fact all business zoning is planned for No. 25th St. Feels Juanita Aenue should remain completely residential. June 13, 1968 (continued) Mr. LaForge, Regional Planner, stated he feels the petition is reasonable and certainly would mean an upgrading of the zoning classification. Business on 25th Street would no doubt be of the neighborhood type. There was no opposition to the petition. Moved by Mr. Lester, seconded by Mr. Hallam, that approval of this petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because this is an upgrading of the zoning for a large area and will provide a most desireable type of housing. Vote was polled and the motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of L. S. Shaw for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (single family dwellings) to R-3 (multiple dwellings), fnr the following described property: From AlE~cor of SE~ of SE~, run South 471 ft. for P.O.B., th cont South 805~ ft., West 307 ft., North 805 ft., East to P.O.B., less East 25 ft. for road r/w, Section 7, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Mary Lanczki Joseph W. Guettler Blanche H. Gottardo Robert L. Brown- Rt. 3, Box 61, Fort Pierce 4025 Delaware Ave., Fort Pierce Rt. 3, Box 63, Fort Pierce 903 Delaware Ave., Fort Pierce Mr. John Mendes present at the hearing, stating he is the person who wishes to develop this property. Hopes to construct two-story town houses - rental apar.tments,- ~.Feels there is a market for this type of housing. 5 acres in tract. Chester Griffin presented a petition, signed by 27 residents of Hartman Road, opposing the petition. All families represented by signatures on the petition were represented at this meeting, except for the Driscolls and Mr. Driscoll had sent a letter. Mr. Griffin showed a sketch indicating the location of the properties owned by signers of the petition. All of them have single family homes and all of Hartman Road is zoned in this classification. Further, the proposed master plan for the County projects the development of Hartman Road as low density~residential. Charles Becht, attorney, stated he was present on behalf of the Rosenaws, opposing the petition. Mr. Young Dickson-.expressed opposition. Mr. LaForge, Regional Planner, confirmed the long-range plan for~the county shows the Hartman Road area as low density residential. In his opinion some excellent town house development could go along with single-dwelling development but-at.~the present time R-3 zoning is required for apartment construction and this classification includes manyundesirable features. Upon request Mr. Wilson read provisions of R-3 classification. Mr. LaForge stressed there ~is a place for town house development and it would be a definite contribution to the county, and pointed out the need for modification of the R-3 classification. Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Jackson that this petition be ~tabled~ Mr. Becht objected to tabling, believing it would serve no purpose since strong objection would continue.~ Mr~ ©. C. Peterson supported Mr. Behht's statement. Mr. Mendes withdrew the petition, saying that he knows all the people present and protesting and has no desire to have them upset. Preferred to wait for another time. Mr. Hallam withdrew his motion and Mr. Jackson his second. June 13, 1968 (continued) PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Eugene Herndon for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family residential) to R-2 (multiple dwellings), for the following described property: Lots 23, 24, 25, 26 and 27, Oleander Park S/D, as recorded in Plat Book 9, page 76, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: John V. Young Harold C. Thilk George Scherrer. Dewey Herndon Robert R. Conklin Henry C. ~y~sma Robert Conklin, Jr. A. B.Jackson John C. Scott, Jr. Gilbert Pipes 4004 Oleander Ave., Fort Pierce 16156 Luxemberg St., Fraser, Mo. 48026 4050 Oleander Ave., Fort Pierce 713 No. F Street, Lake Worth, Fla. 4102 Oleander Ave., Fort Pierce 393 Fineview, Kalamazoo, Mich. Rt. 4, Box 98, Fort Pierce 312~So. 4th St., ~Fort Pierce 2205 So. Indian River Driye, Fort Pierce 4101 Oleander Ave., Fort Pierce Mr. Herndon stated he plans to construct two duplexes on the property~described. Several years ago his brother, Dewey-Herndon, built two duplexes .on Lots 5,6, 7, 8 and 9 which adjoin on the West. Petitioner lives next to these duplexes , is in charge of renting them, and takes care of the yards. Letters were read from Al- B. Jackson,~Mr. and Mrs. George Scherrer and Mr. and Mrs. John V. Young, opposing the petition. Messrs. Scherrer,-Young and Jackson were present at the hearing, alSo. Their complaints were thatthe duplexes already constructed are small, 'poorly constructed and attract transient~ty~e~tenants, who are noisy and not good neighbors. Adding two more duplexes would only multiply the problems. Further, the proposed duplexes would abut on a 25 ft. unpaved, dead-end street which is barely adequate for the-traffic now on it. Mr. Young said he supported Mr. Dewey Herndon's petition for R-2 zoning to do him a faor, but has regr~e~.ted it. Mr. Jackson said he has just recently acquired his L this area, which is zoned R-2. He does not propose to develop it in this cla ation 1because it is a beautiful wooded area suitable for most desirable home sites; however, if it becomes surrounded by less restricted zoning, he may have to follow'suit. Mr. Scherrer said he bought his property in what he thought was a quiet attractive neighborhood zoned for single family homes. Then came the zoning to R-2 and he is strongly opposed to any more duplex zoning. Mr. LaForge, Regional Zoning Director, commented it is difficult not to rezone a small tract between two similar areas; however, the 25 ft. Street'is entirely inadequate. Moved by Mr. Hall, seconded by Mr. Beard, .that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that this petition be denied because oflthe inadequate street width and the strong opposition from neighboring property owners, Vote was polled, as follows: A~es - Hallam, Beard, Lester ~and Combs. Abstained - Jackson. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Howard W, Dunn for a change in zoning classification, from B-2 (limited business) to B-4J(general business), to expand existing operation, for the following described property: From SW cor of NW¼ of SE¼ of SW¼, run South 89 deg 59' East 320 ft., th North 235 ft to POB, th continue North 224.4 ft. to South r/w of Okeechobee Rd, th North 51 deg. 14' East along r/w 104.9 ft., th South 27 deg 10' 03" East 265 ft., th South 81 deg 43' West 151.5 ft. m/1 to POB, Section 17, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. June 13, 1968 continued) Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Family Insurance Agency, Inc. George J. Hipp Grace W. Jarrett Annie J. Cobb Wilson Hazellief Olive P. Gilbert Samuel F. Brown Edith Nettles J. Elvin King Alice C. Luzier Samuel R. Fisher Robert N. Day Hency C. Coyle John Rudick Septhen D. Garrett Elmer F. Hansens 601 Broad St., Chattanooga, Tenn. Rt. 4, Box 688-A, Fort Pierce P 0 Box 103, Ludowici, Ga. p 0 Box 702, Fs~t Pierce 2010 S. 37th St., Fort Pierce P 0 Box 82, Fort Pierce 702 S. 33rd St., Fort Pierce 2003 So. 35th St., Fort Pierce 2005 So. 30th St., Fort Pierce 1900 So. 35th St., Fort Pierce 1904 So. 35th St., Fort Pierce 1908 So. 35th St., Fort Pierce 308 No. llth St., Fort Pierce Pine Dr. & Creston Rd.,Phoenixville, Pa. 1916 So. 35th St., Fort Pierce 1920 So. 35th St., Fort Pierce Mr. Dunn owns and operates "Dunn Tires" at 3501 Okeechobee road. Although his business building is quite large, Mr. Dunn states there is not sufficient space to provide storage for large numbers of used tires which are now piled outside the building. Mr. Dunn proposes to construct a building on the property for which rezoning is requested, in which to store old tires. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Coyle and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Day, owners of property on South 35th Street, opposed granting the petition. They were irate at the present unsightly appearance of the' Dunn premises and feared another building would mean only an expansion of the business without the promised clean up. Showed photos of present conditions. Moved by Mr. Beard, seconded by Mr. Jackson, that approval of this petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because it would mean. an extension of B-4 zoning, petitioner should have an opportunity to supply adequate facilities for his business, and a pending amendment to the Schedule of District Regulations, B-4 classification, is designed to assure concealment of any merchandise stored outdoorss Vote was polled and the motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Earl V. Ebner for a change in zoning classification, from B-4 (general business) to R-4 (multiple dwellings), for the following described property: West 23010 ft. of North 150 ft. of Lot 183 and the North 162 ft. of Lot 184, less the E~st 200 ft., Maravilla Gardens, Unit 3, as recorded in Plat Book 6, page 62, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida, and a change in zoning classification, from B-3 (arterial b~siness) to R-4 (multiple dwellings) for the following described property: Ail of Lot 185, less East 200 ft., Maravilla Gardens Unit 3, as recorded in Plat Book 6, page 62, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Kayo Oil Co. Edith S. Poe Frank Nichotson Kenneth M. Wagner Floyd C. Welch Vincent R. Gorham Seven Up Bottling Co. Julius C. Tucker Charles Sanders, Tr. Jerry L. Butt Ethel D. Snellgrove George J. Rescigno W. R. Bar~ett Thomas A. Baker American T & T Co. Valda Dwyer 1221E. Main St., Chattanooga, Tenn. P O Box 3281, Fort Pierce 3111 So. Federal Hwy, Fort Pierce 3201 So. Federal Hwy, Fort Pierce 1708 Havana, Fort Pierce P 0 Box 6397, West Palm Beach 2501 Pinewood Ave., West Palm Beach 3202 South 7th St., Fort Pierce 407 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach 3102 Duban Terrace, Fort Pierce P O Box 3387, Fort Pierce 6533 SW 47th St., Miami P Box 101, Speonk, LI, N.Y. 3202Duban Terrace, Fort Pierce 195 ~roadway, New York, N.Y. 13924 Sorrento, Detroit, Mich. Andre Gagnon Donald B. Thayer Callie Bingham Clara Hayes Laverne B. Blowers Grady Tomlin Claude T. Ebner Annie J. Davis George G. Dixon W. B. Hyland l~Charlotte St., Longuevil,~ Quebec, Canada 3215 S. 7th St., Fort Pierce 408 E. King St., Boone, N. C. R. D. ~1, Geneva, N.Y. Rt. 8, Box 226, Battle Creek, Michigan 3117 Duban Terrace, Fort Pierce, Florida 3119 Duban~errace, Fort Pierce 3115 Duban Terrace, Fort Pierce 307 Fernandina, FortPierce 399 Midway, Fort Pierce Mr. Ebner stated he plans to construct an ultra modern mobile home park, to accommodate conventional mObile homes and travel trailers. There is an urgent need for more mobile home Spaces~-in~St. Lucie County. The area described as the W 230.10 ft. of North 150 ft. of Lot 183 is at the rear of Mr. Ebner's existing mobile home park and he wishes to ex%end the park into this area. The new facility will be located'on the remainder of the property described. No one opposed the petition. Moved by Mr. 'Hallam, seconded by John Lester, that appr0val'i-of Mr. Ebner's petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because this is an area of mobile home parks and motels and there is a need for more rental spaces for mobile homes. Vote was polled and the motion carried unanimously. PROPOSED AMENDMENT - SCHEDULE OF DISTRICT REGULATIONS - B-4~.Classification The recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Co~mission was considered by the Board of County Commissioners May 28, 1968, and not accepted. The Board of County Commissioners asked the P & Z Board to investigate the possibility of requiring fencing' to concea1~ outdoor storage of merchandise. Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Jackson, that Mr.~ LaForge be requested to recommend the type of screening which would be 'most effective. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTES Upon motion by Mr. Lester, seconded by Mr.~Hallam, ~the minutes of May 2, 1968 were unanimously approved. Business being concluded the meeting adjournedl THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday -- Except Ssturday Fort Pier. Ce, St. Lucie County, Florida STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF ST. LUClE Before the underszgned authority personal.y appeared Maroon T. Ayers, Sibyl B. Hall, who on oath says that he/sh~ is Publisher, Business Manager of [['he News Tribune, a daily newspaper pub- lished at Fort Pierce in iSt. Lucie County, Florida; that the attach- ed copy ,of advertisement, being a ...... ..N..o..~.I..9.9 .................................... in ~.m..i..~.?..d... in ............................................ in the ................................................ Court, was published in said newspaper in the issues of .... .7j...~]..6.~..8. ......... £ Affiant further says that Pierce, in said St. Lucie been continuously published and has been entered in said St. Lucie lication of the attached. COlby S~;o:fti ~o ~ni~ guSscl'ib'ed~' b~e/ote me Tribune is a newspaper published at Fort , and that the said newspaper has heretofore Florida, each day except Saturday matter at the :post office~ in Fort Pierce, one year next preceding the first pub- and affiant further says that he has any discount, rebate, corn- publication in the on Expires Dec, .Public i41" MINUTES - PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A regular meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, July 25, 1968, in the Commission Meeting Room in the Courthouse, with the following members present: C.H. Combs, John Lester, Jack Gorham, Richard Stebbins, Philip Gates, Harry Jennings, John Hallam, A. B. Jackson and Harold Beard. Also present: Leo LaForge, Regional Planner, Albert Thomas, Zoning Director and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Mr. Combs, chairman, presided. Mr. Gorham was introduced. Jack Sewell. He is a new member of the Commission, replacing Proof of Publication was presented showing the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Holiday Out, Inc. Petition of Robert Epperson, Trustee,/for a change in zoning classification, from R-lA (single-family residence) and R-4 (multiple residence) to A-1 (agriculture) for the following described property: Ail of Lots 1 and 2 in Section 11, Township 37 South, Range 41 East, except the lands formerly conveyed to W. I. Allen and a strip o~ land containing 15 acres, adjoining the W. I. Allen lands on the SOuth line, from the Indian River on the West to Atlantic Ocean on the East and far enough South to ~'ake South line of this 15 acre tract parallel to the North line, .the lands hereby described containing 19.67 acres, ALSO, the North 14.08 acres of Lots 3 and 4 in Section 11, Township 37 South, Range 41 East, and running from the Indian River on the West to the Atlantic Ocean on the East and so far South from the North line of said Lots 3 and 4 to make or contain 14.08 acres of land, more or less; _THE WHOLE OF THE PRECEDING BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: Start at a point on the North line of Sec. 11, T. 37S, R.41 E, said starting point being the N.W. corner of Government Lot 1, and the N. E. corner of Government Lot 2 of said Sec. 11, as shown on the"F. E. Enger Survey Plat of the N. 605.23 ft. Of Lots 1 and 2, Sec. 11, and S 1/2 of Lot 5, rSec. 2, T. 37S, ~ R. 41E", Plat BQok 7, Page 13, Public records of St. Lucie County, Florida; thence run S 00°05'W 604.44', along the line common to said Lots 1 and 2, to the South line of said F. E. Engler Survey Plat; thence run S 00o25' W 296.35' to an ad 4" x 4" concrete monument located on the South line of the 15 acres tract referred to above; thence running along said South line, r~n N 89o36'30'' W 642.4' to an old 4" x 4" concrete monument; thence continuing along said South line, run S 88°28'30'' W 804.8' to an old 2" ironpipe; thence continue to run S 88o28'30', W 10' to the shore line of the Indian River; thence, meandering said shore line, run S 40°05' E 199.14'; thence, continuing said meander, run S 48°57' E 915.0'; thence run S 89o39' E, along the S line of the N 360.8' of aforesaid Government Lot 3 and 4, 35' to an old 4" x 4" concrete monument; continuing along said line run 598' to a 4" x 4" concrete monument; continuing run 369' to a 4" x 4" concrete monument, continuing run 535' to a 4" x 4" concrete monument, continuing run 209' to the shore line of the Atlantic Ocean; thence run N 21o37' W, along said shore line, 834.02' to the South line of said 15 acres tract; thence, along said South line, run N 89o35, W 188' to a concrete monument; thence continuing along said South line, run N 89o35' West 612.2' to the Point of beginning, and containing, by survey, 35.91 acres. TOGETHER with all riparian and littoral rights appertaining thereto; SUBJECT to zoning restrictions and bulkhead restrictions; -~UBJECT to now existing A-1-A Highway; Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: July 25,~968 (cOntinued) Michael L. Borders W. S. Currie John P. Potthoff Ann L. Krone Holiday Out, Inc. Chadbourn, N. C. 1351:NE 159th:St., N. Miami Beach, Fla. 1160 Plover Ave., Miami Springs, Fla. l18-A Royal Poinciana Plaza, Palm Beach P BOx 847, Jensen! Beach, Fla. o Raymond Loveday, agent for petitioners, showed a prelimina sketch of plans for the property, prepared by Fred Bair & Associates. oins Holiday Out on the North. Approximately 90% of the property will be used for camp site; perhaps some for mobile homes. Whether'~for rental'or condominium has notl been determined. Bill Watson, representing a property management group and having property South of Holiday .Out, urged approval of this petition. _Approves the development of a conti~uous piece of property for the same purpose is good and feels the develop- ment of Holiday Out to be a great asset to the community. Ransom Tilton, Realtor, Stuart, Florida, and owner of property to the North, expressed approval of this proposed expansion of Holiday' OUt. In his opinion HOliday Out has done an outstanding job with arrangements for utilities, water, sewage, seawall, etc., all of it being above minimum--even better than would be expected in a first class residential district. Mr. LaForge presented a sketch and overlay to demonstrate how, over the past few months the South part of Hutchinson Island has been saturated with zoning for campe site and mobile home spaces. He suggested it might be well to analyze the situation and make a decision at a later date. He emphasized he has no criticism of Holiday Out;~the work done there is some of the best. However, it might be well to delay any further approval of mobile home or camp sites until a further study has been made. Mr. Loveday stated there is an urgency with regard to the purchase of this property and that time is important. Mr. Jennings commented he feels Mr. LaForge's remarks have merit; however, there is a vast area of the Island to the North entirely undeveloped and mobile home and camp sites are already the pattern for this south portion of the island. Believes the proposed development to be a good thing. Mr. Stebbins urged theCommission accept and act on Mr. LaForge's suggestion. Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Gates, that the petition be granted because the property adjoins Holiday Out and will be utilized as an expansion of Holiday Out and development will be under the direCtion of Holiday Out, Inc. which has already demonstrated ability and willingness to do an excellent job. 'Vote on the motion was polled and it passed unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Oma James for a change in zoning classification, from B-2 (limited business) to B-3 ('arterial business) for the following.described property: A parcel of land 250 ft. running East and West by 3'00 ft. North and South in the SE corner of Lot 17,- and E 200 ft~ of that part of Lot 24 lying North of Okeechobee Road, Section' 29, Township 35 South, Ra~nge 3~ Eas~ St. 'Luci~ County, Florida Prior to t~is-public hearing notice of'same was sent by first, class mail to adjacent property owners, as-follows: Perry Carlton Tower Chemical Co. Wallace B. Martin John R. King Sawacho Groves, Inc. Turner Coats Rt. 3, Box 41.6, Fort Pierce Box 585, Clermont, Florida 107 Fairview W~ JuPiter, Fla. 328 S. Lake Ave., Avon Park, Fla. P 0 Box 609, Fort Pierce Rt. 3, BOX 419, Fort Pierce Mr. James stated he is asking for B=3 zoning because is is owner of a liquor license which permits operation of a cocktail lounge without food service, and he wants to sell a~coholic beverages for consumption on the premises. Reminded the Commission he had previously requested B-3 zoning, for this same reason, but in Jan. 1967 was granted B'2 because of the strong opposition from the community to B-3. Under B-2 he operates a package store. ]43 Mr. James presented two petitions in support of his request, one with 29 signatures of people living in the Ten Mile Section and the other with 16 signatures of people living within the Ten Mile Section, some within 300 ft. of the James property. Mr. James ~isplayed an aerial photo of his area, and pointed out the properties of various neighbors. opposingTurner Mr. ~c°ats' adjacent property owner, presented a petition with 46 signatures ames petition. Reason for opposition - when people can drink beer and whiskey 16 miles from law enforcement there is trouble. Referred to the old Town and Country Club and the trouble it caused. Agreed that petitioner did not want to run a place like the Town & Country Club but felt he could not help but do so. Suggested a check with the Sheriff's Department and cited recent disturbances in .the neighborhood. Stressed no one is against Mr. James - they just don't want liquor consumed on his premises Mr. James asked that the record be checked; that it will be found that since his package store opened there has been less drunken driving than before. When a bottle is sold the purchaser goes home to drink it. He stated it is a well known fact that the people in the area drink; if they can procure liquor near home they will do so; if not, they will go to town for it and drink it enroute home. Feels he has ~erved the community by operating the package store because it;has kept drinking drivers off the road. ~o~fl~K~ng~ ad~ade~t~prDpe~ ~wner, referred to his letter to the Commission, which had not been received. He read a copy which stated he owns property adjacent to Mr. James which he intends for a residential area in the future, and for this reason opposes Mr. James' plans. Mr. King stated he also spoke~for Mr. W. A. Williams who also has a letter in the mail. Mr. Jennings asked Mr. King if he has suk~nitted plans for his residential development to which Mr. King replied he has not. Mr. James commented the King property lies 600 ft. from his store and proposed location of the cocktail lounge. Mr. Jennings asked Mr. LaF~rge if this is classified as a populated area ; Mr. LaForge'replied ~that it is rural and, answering another question, that it is not uncommon for a liquor business similar to the one Mr. James proposes to be located on a major traffic arter like Okeechobee Road. Mr. Combs inquired how close Mr. James is to the nearest liquor outlet. was determined to be 3½ miles (Chambers, on Kings Highway). It Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Beard, that recommendation be made to the Board of County Commissioners that Mr.James' petition be approved because s~ sump~zon ~ ~ he has purchased a license to permit ' eoz Deer and liquor on the premises, no establishment of this kind is close by and there is sufficient buffer lands between location of the proposed Lounge and the homes of neighbors. Vote was polled, as follows: Ayes - Jennings, Gorham, Beard, Combs and Lester. Nayes - Stebbins, Gates Hallam and Jackson. ' PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Mrs. Mollie Wilcox for a change in zoning classification, from M-3 (industrial) to R-3 (multiple dwelling), for the following described property: Ail that part of Section 17 and all that part of Section 16, Township 34 South., Range 40 East, lying North of Indrio Road and lying East of the Florida East Coast Railraod r/w, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: U. S. Ste&l Corp. Board of Public InstrUction Barbara K. Houston James P. Foster Beatrice Neale Ulrich K. Watty, Tr. Adam Schwab, Jr. Frank L. Henrich M. Bee~halter 525 Wm. Penn P1, Rm. 1731, Pittsburgh, Penna. Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 178, Fort Pierce 306 Diane Dr., Cheraw, S. C. 3800 Biscayne Blvd., Miami 205 Marlin, Merritt Island, Florida 102 Baltic Circule, Tampa, Fla. 1271 12th Ave., Vezo Beach P O Box 430, Fort Pierce 144 James Alderman, attorney and agent for. petitioner, stated the Wilcox-~famity has owned this property for over 30 years. It Several by Mr. Bill Chevalier, who was introduced. Mr. Chevalier stated his clients propose totpuEchase a 105 acre-tract and plan immediate development of the South 30 acres, on tndiio Road~ as a mobile home park and/Or estates. He presented a rough sketch, advising his clients are in process of preparing a detailed plan. Want-to have a first ctass~installation~,'with over-size lots, permitting only the largest-mobile-homes, club house, etc~ The 75 acres to the North is being considered for a mobile_home subdivision. Mr. Chevalier discounted the possibility of U. S. Steel utilizing their property which lies immediately South of'Indrio Road, when he was questioned as to the wisdom of his clients planning a mobile home development in the middle-of industrially zoned property. Frank Fee, attorney, present on behalf of U. S. Steel Corp, of which Atlas Cement is a part. Mr..Fee stated U. S. Steel purchased this property because it was zoned, M-3 (indUstrial). Mr. Fee warned there is a real possibility that U. S. Steel will use the property for industrial purposes. Their Pittsburgh office has in- dicated there is a possibility of a sand barge terminal being constructed within a year or two. Mr. Fee advised the Corporation will not object, to the:Wilcox~.petition but they are jealous of their public image and do not want to be in a position to appear to be hurting the community. Mr. Fee asked that the record show his statements, to prevent the possibility of U; S. Steel having to defend themselves with the people who may purchase the Wilcox property. He emphasized - the land belonging to U. S. Steel is going to be used for industry - and it will be dusty, noisy and not suited to ideal living. Mr. Alderman expressed appreciation that U. S. Steel is not opposing the petition and that they have made their position clear. He also stated the points Mr. Fee brought out merit the consideration of Mr. Chevalier's clients. Then Mr. Alderman referred to~'the wii~ox.~s position -- they are left with this industrially zoned land and it~does--not appear to be salable for industry; that they have a buyer and they are willing to sell. That if.the buyer is willing to take the risk of having industry adjacent the situation should not be a problem to the Planning and zoning Commission. Mr. LaForge reported that on the proposed master plan for St. Lucie County this area is shown as semi-urban. Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Jackson that approval of the petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because this rezoning would be an up-grading of the area. Vote was polled, as follows: Ayes - Lester, Jennings, Beard, Combs, Hallam and Jackson. Nayes ~ Stebbins, Gates and Gorham. Mr. Stebbins commentsd he voted "no" because, in his opinion the proposed use of the land is nOt good in the middle of industrial zoning. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Robert E. Rose for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (singe-family dwelling) to R-2 (two-family dwelling),, for the following described property: East 390 ft. of NW¼ of SE¼ of NW~, less North 33 ft. - and E~ of SW¼ of SE¼ of NW¼ and E~ of NW¼ of NE¼ of SW¼, and from a point 25 ft. South'and 25 ft. West~of NE cor of NE¼ of'SE¼ of NW~, run Wly parallel to North section line 390.24 ft., Sly parallel to East section line 464.87 ft. to P.O.B., th Sly ~90 ft,, Wly 259.24 ft., Nly 190 ft., East to PO~, all lying and being in Section 30, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Taurus Inv., Inc. Bessie Storman N. S. S torman W. E. Godwin Loman Lewis M. R. Parrish M. W. Friedman 414 French St., wilming~Dn, Del. Rti 4, Box 443, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 434, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 445, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 450, Fort Pierce P 0 Box 3178, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 438, Fort Pierce July 25, 1968 (continued) Clara L. Hackney Herman Goins D. R. Hamrick W. W. Arnold J. R. Turner George Sanich P O Box 3244, Fort Pierce Rt.4, Box 455, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 456, Fort Pierce P O Box 880, Fort Pierce P 0 Box 1202, Fort Pierce 2006 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce Don Horton present at the hearing, representing Mr. Rose. This is the same property for which Mr. Rose requested R, 3 (multiple dwelling) zoning several months ago. Opposition was so great that he withdrew his petitiOn. He is now asking for R-2 zoning, to which there appears to be little or no.opposition. Mr. Rose now plans a duplex condominium retirement village, using conventional financing. A letter was received from Mr. and Mrs. Milton Friedman, adjacent property owners, objecting to the petition. There were no other objections. Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Beard that approval of the petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissionersbecause this type development appears to be successful in other areas and no doubt it will f~eet a need in our o~ community. Vote was polled, as follows: Ayes - Combs, Lester, Gorham, Gates, Jennings, Hallam, Jackson and Beard. Nayes - Stebbins. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Mrs. Billie Jean Riedel for a change in zoning classficiation, from B-3 (arterial business) to B-4 (general business), for the following described property: North 361 ft. of Southfl~]~l.3 ft. of NEb, lysing West of U. S. Gl, less the West 390 ft.+, Section 33, Town- ship 34 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners: " Louise R. Wessel John McCarty, Tr. Angelina Russo Herbert Pu~itzer, Jr. Davidson Chemical Co. 210 W. Logan Ave., West St. Paul, Minn. P 0 Box 4412, F~t Pierce 2301 N. Federal Hwy, Fort Pierce Rt. 3, Box 194, Fort Pierce P 0 Box 36, Fort PiSrce Howard L. Le~ford was present, on behalf of petitioner and for himself. Mr. Ledford propose-s to operate a boarding kennel in the building on the property, which was previously a small animal hospital. There is a stable in the rear where he would be willing to keep horses for short periods of time when owners are on vacation. He .may use a room or two of the main building for a pet shop. Mr. LaForge reported the property appears on the proposed master plan as commercial. No opposition. Moved by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Lester that approval of this petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because this property was previously used as a small animal hospital and kennel, the community appears to need this service and there w~,s no opposition to the.petition. The vote was polled and the motion carried ~nanimously. PUBLIC HEARING WHEREAS, the Schedule of District Regulations of the Com- prehensive Zoning Resolution for St. Lucie County, Florida, provides that the storage of liquid and/or solid asphalt shall be permitted in M-3 (heavy industrial) zoning only, and WHEREAS, in the opinion of the Planning and Zoning Commission for said County this limitation is unrealistic and unjust to industries using these materials but permitted in M-2 (medium industrial) zoning classification. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION FOR ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA, that a public hearing be held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, July 25, 1968, in Room 203, Courthouse, at Fort Pierce, Florida, on a proposed amendment to the Comprehensive zoning Resolution, as follows: Add to PERMITTED PRINCI~L~SES AND STRUCTURES, M-2 Industrial District: ,Asphalt Storage - liquid or solid." No opposition. Moved by Mr-. Hallmm, secOnded by Mr. Lester that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that this proposed amendment to the Zoning Resolution be approved. Vote was pol~ie'd,~ as follows: Ayes - Combs, Lester, ~e~a~d~ Stebbins, Jennings, Gates, Hallam, Jackson. Abstained - Gorham. AMENDMENT TO COMPREHENSIVE ZONING RESOLUTION - PROPOSED; dwellings in business and com~,er.ical. Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Gates, and unanimously carried, that the Comprehensive zoning Resolution be amended, as follows, and that said amendment be duly advertised for public hearing: Amend paragraph 6.b. of Section 8 to read as follows: "b. No existing structure devoted to a use not permitted by this resolution in the district in which it is located, except one-family residences in business or industrial districts, shall be enlarged, extended, constructed, reconstructed, moved or structurally altered except in changing the use of :the structure to a use permitted in the district in which it is located." AMENDMENT TO COMPREHENSIVE ZONING RESOLUTION - PROPOSED; used and secondhand merchandise On May 28, 1968 the Board of County Commissioners held a public hearing on a recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission to amend the Compre- hensive zoning Resolution to require that all used or secondhand merchandise be stored in buildings except motor vehicles and boats in running order. The County C~mmission felt this to be too restrictive and referred the matter back to the Planning and Zoning Commission, asking recommendation of a way to conceal new and used merchandiSe with a minimum expense to the owner. and unanimously carried Moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Jennings/that approval of the proposed recommendation to the Zoning Resolution be recommended to the Board of County Com- missioner,s, as follows: Amend Section 7 by adding paragraph number 16 to~raad as follows: "16. Whenever storage or display of used or secondhand merchandise,- except motor vehicles, farm machinery, boats, mobile homes and travel trlailers in running condition, is locatedoutside of a building, there shall be provided and maintained in good condition a continuous fence at least six feet high around the entire dis- play or storage area. Such fence shall be of similar composition, construction and color throughout and shall completely screen the merchandise displayed or stored in the area. Plans for such fence shall be submitted to the Planning and Zoning Commission who shall determine whether or not the proposed fence will meet the requirements of this resolution. No building permit shall be issued for the con- struction of such fence until the approval of the Planning and Zoning Commission has been secured. Such fence shall be maintained in good order, shall not be allowed to deteriorate and no signs shall be permitted thereon. In the case of storage or-display areas for used or secondhand merchandise which exist on the effective da~e of this resolution, the owner, lessee or operator thereof shall within ninety days a--f~.e~ the adoption of this respiRe%ion construct a fence around the storage or display area as above provided." MINUTES Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Gates that the minutes of June 13, 1968 be approved, as circulated, was unanimously carried. Business being concluded, the meeting adjourned. MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, August' 22, 1968 in Rm. 203, Courthouse, Fort Pierce, Florida, with the following member.s present: C.H. Combs, John Hallam, Richard Stebbins, A. B. Jackson, John Lester, Jack Gorham End Harold Beard Also present:Albert · A or e ' Thomas Zoning Director Ralph B Wllson,~an~ ~ · · - iriam Diem, Secretary. Mr. Combs, Chairman, presided. Proof of Publication was presented showing the public hearings to be held this date were 'advertised as prescribed by law. PUBLIC HEARING - PETITION OF FRANK J. LEXA~ JR., POSTPONED Because of an error in the legal advertising for this petition, the County Attorney ruled said petition should be. readvertised, and the public hearing held at a future date. It was agreed public hearing would be advertised and held on September 26, 1968. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Charles E. Butler, et al, for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family dwelling) to B-1 (neighborhood business), for the following described property: South 15 ft. of Lot 4, all of~Lots 5, 6, 7 and North 30 ft. of Lot 8, North 45 ft. of Lot 20, all of Lot 21 and South 45 ft. of Lot 22, Block 2, Blakely's S/D, as recorded in Plat Book 10, page 50, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. The petition was co-signed by Mrs..Lillie Mae Gilmore, Mrs. Lurline Smith, Mrs. Amanda Walker, J. W. Henry whO were willing to include their properties in the petition to provide a area sufficiently large to be eligible for rezoning. Mr. Butler stated B-1 zoning is requested so that Mrs. Butler will be permitted to operate 'a beauty shop in her home. This will provide additional income and, at the same time, permit Mrs. Butler to be home with their two children. Mr. Butler stated he did not ~feel a small Shop operated by his wife would do the community any harm. She would be the only operator.. Further, all the lots for which rezoning is requested have homes'on them and he doubted anyone would open a business which would lower property values in the area. Mr. Butler presented a petition, with 24 signatures, supporting his petition. Mrs. Claudine Newkirk, adjacent property owner, Mrs. Amanda Walker and Mrs. Lurline Smith, co-signers of the petition, spoke in support of the petition. Mrs. Vernon Floyd, a resident of the area, inquired if the rezoning would effect the entire subdivision. She was told it would not, only the 5 lots included in the petition. She did not express approval or disapproval. Charles Halting,' 1815 No. 17th St., opposEd'Mr. Butler's petition. Ref%rred to previous action by the Planning and ':Zoning Commission ~nd the Board of County Commissioners in denying petitions for any Change from one-family residehtial alnd the expressed desire of the Planning and Zoning Commission to retain the residential (single-family residencel) character of ~the'neighborhood. (Note: Sept. and Oct,. 1967 denial of petition of Helnry Blakely for R-2 zoning; Dec. 1967 and Jan. 1968 app~roval of petition initiated by the P & Z Commlission for a change from R-2 to R-lC for' Lots 1 - 13, Blk 1, Blakely S/D). Mr. Butler reiterated there is little likelihood of'anyone else going into business - no .one would want to do so.- and it would not be economically feasible. Mrs. Simeon Adderly, adjacent property owner, questioned the need for any rezoning since Mrs. Butler wants to have only a small business for herself. Mr. Combs replied that anyone who must have'a license to operate is in business and business must be located in an area properly zoned for it. 148 Mr. Hayley said he, and others who--feel as he does, are Mr. and Mrs. Butler. However, to 'have properties other than their own in the~petition;~ 'the now intend their homes for residential purposes only, but they can sell their holdings and future owners rcould tak zoning to set up commercial operations.. g to {:ight inClude these' properties their milnds, ~e business Mr. Beard commented this is .a good residential neighborhood and every effort should be made to keep it that way. Mr. Stebbins expressed agreement with Mr. BUtler. Doesn't want to deprive :anyone of a living but would not want~a business across the street ~from hiS own home. Mr. Hallam stated that in his opinion to grant this ~iti~n. ~ould ~esult in most undesirable spot zoning; that he realizes ~denying the petition may be a hardship on the Butlers but zoning must be determined for the goOd of the majority. Mr. Combs reported he had made a tour of the area today; that he found it to be very nice and felt it shOuld not be 'spoiled by 'the type of spot zoning requested. Mr. Lester said he felt a one-chair'beauty shop woul.d not take anything from the neighborhood but, once the property is rezoned for business, there could be no guarantee business use would'not spread beyond the one small operation. Moved by Mr. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Gorham, that recommendation be made to the Board of County Commissioners to deny this petition because this is an attractive residential area of well-kept one-family homes, and it is the opinion of th'e.P & Z Commission that the character of the neighborhood should remain residential; that a small sPot bUsiness zoning in the center of this residential development would not be in the best interests of the majority. Vote on the motion was polled and it carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING PetitiC Resolution fc Amend S "16. ~ motor v running and mai around composi the mer 'be subm or not buildinl! approva~ shall b~ signs st merchan~ lessee resolut~ vided." Moved b~ to the Board c carried unani~ PUBLIC HEARIN( Petitio~ zoning Reso~u~ ~ NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday ~ Except Saturday THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday ~ Except Saturday Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County., Florida. CIE Published Daily and Sunday --- Except Saturday Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida OF FLORIDA OFST~ LUClE on oath is Publisher, News Tribtree, a daily newspaper pub- Lucie County, .Florida ; that {he attach- ed cOpy ,of advertisement, being a ...... ~.Q~iC.e .................................... E. Butler .......... in the matter of petition-Charles Court, ............................................ in the ................................................ was punished in said newspaper in the issues of .....~/~/.d~ ......... Affiant further says that the said News Tribune is a newspaper published at Fort Count , Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore r);t-roe in said St. Lucie Y ...... :n .... ~, a v excevt Saturday · ~ ..... finuouslv ,-ublished in said St. Lume county, r~ut~ veen con J ~' the post office in Fort Pieme, and has been entered as second class mail matter at in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a period of one year next preceding the first pub- lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affiant further says that he has neither paid nor promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, com- mission or' refundTf~r the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the said. ncWsp;aper~.~ __.~ - A. D..,~....7.':~<~~g~...-- ' 7 ............ ~:~Oh.?C__../ ·'""-~g y u0 ]49 Amend Paragraph 6.b. of Section 8 to read: "b. No existing structure devoted to a use not permitted by this resolution in the district in which it is located, except one-family residences in business or industrial districts, shall be enlarged-, extended, constructed, reconstructed, moved or structurally altered except in changing the use of the structure to a use permitted in the district in which it is located." Moved by Mr. Lester, seconded by Mr. Stebbins, that approval of this amendment be ~e~®mmend~d to the Board of County Commissioners. Vote on the motion was polled and it carried unanimously. PETITION OF EUGENE HERNDON = Continued The Board of 'Connty commissioners had referred this petition back to the Planning and Zoning Con,mission for further consideration. Telephone call received this date from John Richardson, Tu~blin Kling Road, objecting to petition be.inq granted Mr. RichardsDn stated the two duplex dwellings existing are not particularly desirable; two more would mean eight families in a very limited amount of space and would be too much for the well and septic tank facilities available. This area ~t-~best for wells 'and septic tanks. Feels more duplexes would devalue property in the entire neiqhbOrhood. Also spoke of the future potential of this general area as a first class residential area - not this particular subdivision but property close by - and this potential could be spoiled by the crowded housing. Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Lester that it ~again be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be denied for the same reasons as before - that approval would not be in the best interests of the health,welfare and safety of the area. Vote was polled and i~e motion carried unanimously. Business being concluded, the meeting was declared adjourned. THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday ~- Except Saturday THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday -- Except Saturday Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida. ~ NEWS TRIBUNE THE- NEWS TR1B~ Tt~ NEWS TRIBUNE Published Dai~y and Sunday -- ~xcept Saturday Fort Pierce, St Lucre County, F~oHda ~TATE O~ FLORIDA COUNTY OF ST. LUCJE Tribune, a daily LUcie Cour~ty, FlOrida; tnt, being a ...... ~..e..t..i...c..e.. ................................... ............................................ in the ................................................ newspaper in the issues of ..... ~./..~./..~.6.~ ........ the said News Tribune is a in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said said St. Lucie County, Florida, eact and has been entered as second class mail matter at the post office in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a period of one year next 1 lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affiant further s neither paid nor promised any person, firm or corporation any mission ox:,refUnd for the purpose of securing this advertisement for me :pires Dec. 13, 1.~ ST LUCIE COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and zoning Commission was held at 7:30 A.M. on Thursday, September 26, 1968 in the Commission Meeting ROom in the Cour~t- ~o~e at Fort Pierce, Florida, with the following present: C.H. Richard Stebbins, Jack Gorham, John Hallam, Harold Beard and Philip Gates Albert Thomas, zoning Director, Leo LaForge, Regional Planner, Ralph B. Wilson, Attorney and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Mr. Combs, chairman, presided. Proof of Publication was presented showing the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Frank J. Lexa, Jr. for a change in zoning classification, from B-3 (arterial business) and R-lC (one-family residential) to B-4 (general business), for the following described property: Lots 3 to.14 inclusive, Block 1 and Lots 1 to 16 inclusive, Block 2, St. James Park S/D, as recorded in Plat Book 5, Page 68, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent to property owners within 300 ft. of subject property, by first class mail, as follows: Hughes Floor Covering, Inc. Eli H. Heller Sonia Simon Dewey Crawford Estate Heller Development Corp. Carl Herzog Jesse C. Steele Helen A. Kniering Russell Lacroix T. R. Latwaitis Jack Sewell Russell W. Bernhard H. Gene O'Neal Ruth S. Locke Joseph J. Demambro Rob Roy St. Clair Samuel J. Lewis Tommy A. Crowell Robert F. Pendleton Donald E. woodward Carl L. Fagerstrom Wurman & Simon Jos~ L. Segrist Fred F. Adams D. T. McClellan Leila Patterson Minnette Kinsley Walter D. Anderson Lyle Baker Beatrice J. Giraud Elmer Jones John T. Jones N. A. Shaheen Edsel G. Davis J. W. Dickson Searstown, Fort Pierce 75 E. Wayne Ave., Apt~ 405, Silver Springs, Maryland 1000 Bay Drive, Miami Beach P 0 Box 4102, Fort Pierce ~P 0 Box 743, Fort Pierce 124 E. Arbor, Ave., Fort Pierce 3827 St. Marks Rd., Fort Pierce 314 St. James Rd,, Fort Pierce 3728 St. Francis Road, Fort Pierce 3729 St. Marks Road, Fort Pierce 3733 St. Marks Road, Fort Pierce 3726 St. Francis Road~, Fort Pierce 3832 St. Francis Roadl, Fort Pierce 3828 St. Francis Road!, Fort Pierce p 0 Box 743, Fort Pierce 3822 St. Francis Road, Fort Pierce 3028 St. ~ Fort Pierce 3819 St. Marks i Pierce 3821 St. Marks ort Pierce 3823 St. Marks Road, Fort Pierce 3825 St. Marks Road, Fort Pierce 4617 W. Main, Skokie, Illinois P 0 Box 3781, Fort Pierce P 0 Box 673, Fort Pierce 3951 South Federal, Fort Pierce 3941 S..Federal, Fort Pierce 3931 S. Federal,~FOrt Pierce 8911 79th Ave North, Largo, Florida 14111 Utt Drive, Tustin, calif. '3851 S. Federal, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Huntsville, Dallas, Pa. 497 N. River St., Wilkes Barre, Pa. 415 S. Market Ave., Fort Pierce P O Box 673, Fort Pierce P 0 Box 673, Fort Pierce Mr. Lexa and his attorney, Robert Lloyd, were present at the haaring. Mr. Lloyd stated Mr. Lexa has a contract to sell the property described. The purchaser proposes to construct and operate an automobile agency to include buying and selling of new and used automobiles and operation of a complete repair garage and body shop. Seven people were present objecting to the petition, all of them residents of St. James Park S/D. Mrs. Carol Pendleton stated their objection is not against the automobile agency but they do not like some of the things permitted in B-4 zoning. Mrs. Pendleton advised a petition of objection, signed by 40 people was to have been presented but the person responsible for it did not appsar. One of the gentlemen objecting referred to Jacobson-Dodge Agency, saying this business had "ruined" residential property in the rear. When asked about plans for St. Johns Blvd. which bisects Blocks 1 and 2, Mr. Lloyd stated the road would be kept open. B-4 zoning is requested to accommodate the body shop; the sale of new and used vehicles and repair shop are permitted in B-3 zoning. Since land adjacent to U. S. ~1 is obviously business property, theproblem arises from the fact it is next to a Subdi~i~D~. It was suggested that the 87 ft. of Blocks 1 and 2 now zoned RlC might remain in this category and serve as a buffer zone. Mr. Lexa stated this is nc~ realistic because all the land would be needed for the business proposed. A rear set-back of 25 ft. is required in B-4 zoning and it was suggested this might be considered a buffer zone. Mr. Thomas commented that although the owner cannot place a structure on it, he can use it for any other purpose. Further, the Planning and Zoning Commission cannDt recommend placing conditions on rezoning, such as requiring the 25 ft. to be utilized as a buffer and planted with vegetative screening. Frank 'Fee, Attorney, commented that one general princip&~ of zoning is that zoning against an economic trend will not stand up. Advised that if the trend is to the type of business proposed, then there should be zoning for it to assure orderly growth. Mr.LaForge confirmed Mr. Fee's statement but added that in his opinion no one has proved an economic trent exists i~ this point in this area. He concurred with an observation made by Mr. Hallam -- that there is a petitioner who has a legal sale pending, U. S..~i is a business highway and the only problem is the close promimity of the residential subdivision. Mr. Lexa pointed out that his property is for sale and he believes it more desirable to have the entire tract utilized for one business instead of it being broken into small parcels for a variety of business. Adjacent property owners again expressed objection, holding there should be provision for a buffer zone which would shield them from the business operation. Moved by Mr. Hallam that approval of the petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners, the Planning and Zoning Commission realizing this may make a hardship for residents of adjacent property but pointing out the present B-3 (business) zoning existed prior to the Subdivision and that people who buy property must check .zoning of nearby properties for their own protection; that the automobile agency and repair shop may be built without rezoning in the B-3 area and the proposed business, including the body shop, is not as objectionable as others which are permitted in the present zoning Motion seconded by Mr. Stebbins. Vote was polled as follows: Ayes - Gates, Stebbins, Hallam and Combs. Nayes - Gorham and Beard. Mr. Gorham stated he would have voted for the motion had it been possible to provide for a buffer zone. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of L. L. Chambley for a change in zoning classification, from B-3 (arterial business) to B-4 (general business) to gain conformity and expand the existing farm equipment sales and service, on the following described propet~y: South 300 ft. of East 10 acres of SE¼ of NE~, Section 7, Township 35 South, Range 39 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. In 1961 Mr. Chambley petitioned to have this parcel rezoned from A-1 (agriculture) to B--3 (arterial business) and the petition was granted. He wanted B-3 zoning for the operation of a filling station and garage. Gradually this business expanded to include the sale of farm equipment and petitioner ~was not aware the expansion was in violation of B-3 ~zoning until he was in the process of selling the property. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property ownez$, as follows: Jacob Nieb~rg Barbara Rona~ John Matowich Samuel Zahnle, Sr. August Amicucci Alfred C. Germano Flora E. Barrie Hyman Auslander Stanley J. Laskor Claire Anspach Mae ~stein, Tr. Maybury Management Corp George H. Stattell Ethel P. Sansone, et al 135 Belmont Ave., Apt. ~03, Jersey City, N.J. 190 E. Third St., New York, N.Y. 48 Neulist Ave., Port Washington, LI, N~Y. 4010 Gainesville Rd., Ocala, Florida 397 Upland Ave., Yonkers, N.Y. 42 Putnam Ave., Yonkers, N.Y. 63 Haymaker Lane, Levittown, N.Y. 29-50 137th St., Flushing 54, N.Y. 648 E. 233rd St., Bronx, N.Y. 3610 Avenue S, Brooklyn, N.Y. 900 Bay Dr., Apt. 822, Miami Beach Rosewood Blvd., Vero Beach 515 So. 10th St., Fort Pierce 803 Huntington Bldg., Miami Mr. Chambley was present at the hearing. contained in the written petition. Had nothing to add to the information Mr. Kendall Sharpe of Maybury Management Corp., adjacent property owner on the North, urged that petition be granted because ~he Chambley property is in the midst of agriculturally zoned lands deovted to agricultural pursuits and fhe business carried on by petitioner is needed. There was no opposition to the petition. Moved by Mr. Gates that ~proval of the petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because .Mr. Chambley's business-serves agriculture and is located conveniently in an area devoted to agriculture. The ~motion was seconded by Mr. Gorham. The vote was polled and the motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of William H. Hilson, et al, for a change in zoning classifica- tion, from R-lC (one-family dwelling) to R-3 (multiple dwelling), for the follow- ing described property: S½ of SE¼ of NEb of SE¼ of Section 18, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Mr. and Mrs. Hilson present at the hearing. They were joined in this petition by Mrs. Ruth Hilson who has her home in the SE corner of the property described. Mr~ and Mrs. Wm. Hilson own the balance of the tract and make their home there. The Hilsons propose to construct two 2-story apartments on the rear ofthe lot. The Hilsons presented letters indicating support for thepetition from: Florence H. McClure, Viola H. Brewer, Charles and Thelma CleVeland, Mary Cleveland Hubbard, Mr. and Mrs. Troy V. Full, rd, and John Ard. There was no opposition. Mr. Stebbins commented on the lack of opposition since there was great objection to a similar petition not long ago. It was determined the previous petition for R-3 zoning (for apartments) was for land at the North end of Hartman Rd. where there are large new single-family houses. Mrs. Hilson stated she had objected to a petition for rezoning to permit a repair garage near the South end of Hartman Road, not long ago. Mr. LaFor~9, Regional Planner, that the land use map in preparation shows the intersection of Okeechobee Road and Ha~tman Road for commercial purposes, with the remainder of Hartman Road being residential. The Hilson property is near Okeechobee Road and the R-3 zoning requested would be compa, t~ble with the commercial zoning. Apartments already exist not far North of the Hilson land. Moved by Mr. Gorham that approval of this petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because the pattern of apartment construction has already been set for the South portion of Hartman Road, the requested rezoning is comparable with the business zoning close by and adjacent property owners supported the petition. The motion was seconded by Mr. Gates and carried unanimously by a show-of-hands vote. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Kicliter Oil Company .for a change in zoning classification, from A-1 (agriculture) to M-2 (industrial) for the following described property: NW~ of ~E~ of SE~, less Rd r/w - Section 10, Township 35, Range 39 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: John W. Braxton .James Curry John Kroeze Estate Robert A. Rozen Fenton R. Mathews W. H. Lesmeister Hilda Mae Young G. I. Hamilton 827 Osceola Dr., Rockledge, Fla. Rt. 3, Box 561-H, Fort Pierce 2007 Fairfield Ct. So., L~ague City, Texas 220-71st St., Miami Beach 5900 N. Adams Rd, Troy, Mich. Rt. 3, Box 561, Fort Pierce 1565 S. Miami Ave., Miami Rt. 3, Box 562, Fort Pierce ~September 26, 1968 (oontinued) G~ I. Hamilton Albert W. Maxwell W. D. Eplin Robert E. Flippen John Gokchoff Rt. 3, Box 562, Fort-Pierce 2217 W. Somerset St., Philadelphia, Pa. Rt. 3, Box 556-C, Fort Pierce Rt. 3, Box 556-H, Fort Pierce 1587 Glacier St., Santa Susana, Calif. Frank Fee, Attorney, was present, representing Kicliter Oil Company. Two letters were read, from W.H. and Bernice Lesmeister and F. R. Mathews, opposing the petition. Petitioner requests M-2 zoning in order to establish and operate a gasoline and oil storage plant on the property described, which lies approximately 1/2 mile East of the Turnpike overpass. He plans to develop the property and operate the business himself. In answer.to an inquiry as to whether or not the.entire tract was needed for the bulk plant, Mr. Fee replied that petitioner prefers to have the whole parcel in a single zoning classification, although the plant would not occuply all of the land. Will observe a desirable set-back from Orange Avenue. The property lies somewhere in the general vicinity of future 1-95 which will mean unparalled development of the area. W. D. Elpin stated his home is next to the Kicliter property. He settled there knowing all adjacent zoning was A-1 and wouldn't be foolish enough to buy next to industrial zoning. Referred to gas stations and distributing plants owned and operated by Mr. Kicliter previously, stating they were all ill kept and unattractive. Mr. Elpin commuted there are a lot of "little people" in the area who would get hurt and they have been badly hurt already by the installation of the Natural Gas Distribution Co. close by. James Curry, Mr. Slay, W. H. Lesmeister all spoke inopposition to the petition, complaining of the continual vibration and vapors from the Florida Natural Gas Company operation which are almost-impossible to live with. They also referred to the fact that since they live so far out-of-town their fire insurance rates are high - should the proposed bulk station be installed next to them, the rates would n° doubt go higher. Mr. Fee stated he felt it unfair to compare with Mr, Kicliter's project with the Florida Gas Company operation; that there would be no vibration at any time and no noise of trucks;~'etc, except during daytime business hours. The bulk station would be fenced in compliance with State requirements. He felt sure the property would be well maintained. Mr. Hallam noted the crucial point seems to be that this request, if granted, would change the character of the neighborhood. Mr. LaForge, Regional Planner, concurred, adding that uncertainty is another factor. The proximity ofthe Turnpike has some bearing~on th~s as well as'uncertainty as to the route of 1-95, -since 1-95 will have a great effect on planning for future utilization of the land. The Regional P~anning Council has not considered this area to be industrial. It was pointed out that there is an abundance of land already zoned industrial. Mr. Fee replied this ks a case of petitioning owning this land. Moved by Mr. Hallam~that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be denied because the requested MG2 zoning becausethis classification doves not fit with existing zoning in the area and"the change would be spot zoning. Motion seconded by Mr. Beard. Vote was polled, as follows: Ayes - Gorham, Stebbins, Hallam and Beard. Nayes - GateS and Combs. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of A. B. Jackson for a change in zoning classification, from R-2 (two-family residential) to R-lC (one-family residential), for the following described property: E½ of W½ of NW% of SW¼, less N 180 ft. of S 205 ft. of W 189 ft. and South 13 ft. of North 113 ft. of W½ of W½ of NW% of SW%, Section 34, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St.-Lucie County, Florida. In 1961 R-2 zoning was granted Jane Wilmarth, then owner. However, plans for the duptex'-devel~pment were never completed. The application indicated petitioner feels R-lC zoning will up-grade the area. Mr. Jackson was not present at the public hearing nor was he represented. Letter received from John V. Young, adjacent property owner, supporting the petition. J September 26, 1968 (continued) There was no objection to the petition. Moved by Mr. Hallam that approval of the petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because this would up-grade the zoning classification and be in harmony with zoning of adjacent property. Motion was seconded by Mr. Gorham and carried unanimously by a show-of-hands vote. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: S. L. Eubanks Kirby Hayes Samuel Carroll Edgar H. Barker James W. Robinson Crestor Carr Floyd C. Wagner Don R. Baker Fred Poster Lillian Fennell J. E. Dickson Ernest Boyette John C. Scott, Jr. John V. Young Harold C. Thilk George Scherrer Dewey Herndon Eugene Herndon Robert R. Conklin Henry C. Sytsma Photine Y. Roussos Arthur B. Cronk Robert Conklin, Jr. Merle C. Detterman D. L. Stahl 800 Tumblin Kling Rd., Fort Pierce 810 Tumblin Kling Rd., Fort Pierce Central Square, New York 820 Tumblin K!ing Rd., Fort Pierce 910 Tumblin Kling Rd., Fort Pierce 912 Tumblin Kling Rd., Fort Pierce 4000 Oleander Ave., Fort Pierce P O Box 4026, Margate, Florida 4202 Oleander Ave., Fort Pierce 815 Tu~blin Kling Rd., Fort Pierce p 0 Box 3751, Fort Pierce 1205-29th Street, Vero Beach 2205 S. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce 4004 Oleander Ave., Fort Pierce 16156 Luxemburg St.., Fraser, Mo. 4050 Oleander Ave., Fort Pierce 713 North F St., Lake Worth, Fla. 4100 Oleander Ave., Fort Pierce 4102 Oleander Ave., Fort~Pierce 393 Fi~wi~w, Kalamazoo, Mich. 8718 ll3th St., Richmond Hill, N.Y. 417 Chemung St., Waverly, N.Y. Rt. 4, Box 98, Fort Pierce Rt. 1, ~ffin, Ohio 1119 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce PETITION OF EUGENE HERNDON - FURTHER CONSIDERATION After the Planning and Zoning Commission reconsidered Mr. Herndon's petition on August 22, 1968, for the 2nd time, and again recommended denial, Mrs. Herdon requested an opportunity to present a new plan. The request was~ granted and notice was sent to petition and all adjacent property owners that the Planning and Zoning Commission would hear petitioner at this time. Minutes of 8/22/68 as they pertain to the Herndon petition were read. Note from John V. Young, adjacent property owner, read. the petition. Mr. Young opposed Mr. Herndon showed a sketch on which there was a 12 ft. road extending from Oleander Avenue to Wayne Avenue. This private road would run between the two existing duplexes and between the two proposed duplexes. Mr. Herndon presented this plan to meet the Commission's objection to granting the petition because the proposed duplexes would generate too much traffic on Wayne Avenue, because this road would give access from Oleander Avenue. Mr. and Mrs. Go. Scherrer, adjacent property owners, werepresent. Stated they had objected to the petition at the first public hearing but have changed their minds and-have no objection. Moved by Mr. Beard that recommendation again be made to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be denied because, in the opinion of the Commission, R-2 is not proper zoning for the area and, to support this opinion, the Commission has recommended a change in zoning classification for adjacent property to the East frOm R-2 to R-lC. Motion seconded by Mr. Gorham and carried unanimously by a show-of= haz~ds vote. ~NB~I'ESHEARING Petition of George M. Hanna to amend the Schedule of District Regulations of the Comprehensive zoning Resolution for St. Lucie-County, as follows: Add to PERMITTED PRINCIPAL USES ~AND STRUCTURES, District B-3: "Canvas shop, electrical and plumbing contractor or repair shop, sign shop and upholstering shop." 155 Se~temb~er- 26~, 196_8 Mr. Hanna present at hearing. Mr. Thomas explained~that Mr. Hanna has a number of small store rooms on South U. S. ~1, just North of River Park S/D, presently zoned B-3. Prospective tenants are not engaged in enterprises which fit with the B-3 classification, although they are, for the most part, quiet and clean and could well fit into B-3 zoning. He does not have sufficient-land to petition for rezoning to B-4 and has been unable to get any of his neighbors to join him in a petition. After discussion, it was moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Stebbins, that recommendation be made to the Board of County Commissioners to amend the Schedule of District Regulations as follows: Add to PERMITTED PRINCIPAL USES AND STRUCTURES, District B-3: "Canvas shop, electrical contractor, sign shop and upholstering shop." The motion carried ~nanimou~ly. MINUTES Moved by Mr. Stebbins, seconded by Mr. Gorham, and unanimously carried, that the minutes of August 22, 1968 be approved as circulated. Business being concluded, the meeting adjourned. 156 MINUTES - PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A meeting of the Planning and zoning Commission for St. Lucie County, Florida, was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, October 24, 1968, in the CommiSsion Meeting Room in the Courthouse at Fort Pierce, Florida, with memberS present, as follows: C.H. Combs, John Hallam, B. A. JacksOn, John Lester, Jack Gorham, Jennings, and Harold Beard. Also present: Albert Thomas, Zoning Director ph B. wilson, County Attorney, Leo LaForge, Regional Planner and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Mr. Combs, chairman, presided. Proof of Publication was presented showing the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. Each member of the .Commission was presented a list of Valid Reasons for Rezoning, prepared by the Regional Planner, for reference. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Philip Wein'er, Tr. for a change in zoning clasSification, from R-4 (multiple residential) and R-lA (single family residential) to A-1 (agriculture), for the following described p~operty: Govt. Lots 6 and 7, Section 11, Township 37 South, ~Range 41 East, and that part of Govt. Lot 2, Section 12, TO~ship 37 South, Range 41 East, lying West of A1A, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Wynn Castell 3032 Granada St., Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. Holiday Out in America at St. Lucie, Inc. P 0 Box~ 425, Knoxville, Tenn. Campsite Owners in Holiday Out: J. H. Hood & Sons, Inc. John B. Maloney Clifford C. Holtgren Donald C. Hayden Lloyd Lawson James J. Swift Roscoe H. Philbrick Nan E. Sauer C. A. Reidinger R~nsom Tilton at the hearing representing Mr. Weiner. He: introduced Bill Watson, President of Property' Management Group who has contracted for the purchase of the property described. The land is at the extremely. South part of HutchinSon Island, adjacent to Martin County and immediately South of Holiday Out. Mr. Watson displayed a proposed plan of development for campsites by windmill Village of America, Inc., all-of the property to be used for this purpose except the Northeast corner which will be reserved for possible high rise apartments. Lots will be the same size as those in Holiday Out, which means they are somewhat larger than average. They do not plan to fill any submerged land; in fact, plan to create more water than the~re is now. Only travel trailers will be permitted and lots will be sold on a condominium basis, because in the future there is little doubt the property will be diverted to a more permanent residential use - perhaps high rise apartments. This can be done easily, if property is condominium. Mr. Tilton stated that Lloyd Dutcher,-owner of adjacent property in Martin County, is aware of this petition and supports it. He is planning to develop his property with high rises on the ocean and a Par-3 Golf Course. No one opposed the petition. Mr. Jennings commented .that he is very familiar with the Holiday Out operation; that it is a great asset to the entire area and the proposed development would no doubt contribute just as much. October 24, 1968 (continued) Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Beard, that approval of the petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because the proposed development is compatable with.~he land use in this general area and the experience of similar developments indicates there is a demand ~Or this type of resort facilities. Mr. Hallam stated/ae will vote against the motion although he feels the proposed use is probably the best use of the land; however, he would like to wait u~til the Regional Planner has completed a study of mobile home and~campsites in :St. Lucie County. Mr. Beard said he would agree with Mr. Hall, if the land was located North of Holiday Out. Vote on the motion ~as polled, as follows: Gorham and Jackson. Nayes - Hallam and Combs. Ayes - Jennings, Lester, Baard, PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Tom E. Jones, et al, for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family dwelling) to B-3 (arterial business),fDr the following described property: From NE corner of NE~ of NW¼ of NE~ run West 300 ft., thence South 25 ft. for P.O.B., th cont. South 285 ft., West 180 ft., North 285 ft., East 180 ft. to P.O.B., and South 114 ft. of North 139 ft. of West 125 ft. of East 300 ft. of NEb of NW~ of NE~, Section 7, Town- ship 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie Connty, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: W. C. Barbare, Jr. Claudia Ledford Harold L. Robinson John E McLeod Freeman H. Dunn Archie M. Carr Ellis C. Starnes Mary Ann Trudell E. L. Sapp June Jefferson Paul Beaver Stuart Flippen Herbert W. Priester CarlOs p. Pitts Albert J. Jodoin E. L. Scott Gwendolyn Harper Mack H. Lamb Paul R. Hancock Patricia R. Hughes Jean Ann Jackson Dan W. Pacetti James J. Reagan Melvin A~ins David L. Waldron Joseph J. Bardouche George R. Selph Nils J. Lovegren James L. Rouse Phillip Cubbedge R. E. Slay, Jr. Grace Englebrecht 509 No. 43rd, St., Fort Pierce 511 No. 43rd St., Fort Pierce 513 No. 43rd St., Fort Pierce 4305 Metzger Rd., Fort Pierce 4209 Metzger Rd., Fort Pierce 3265 NW 98th St., Miami 410 No. 44th St., Fort Pierce 502 N. 44th St., Fort Pierce 401N. 40th St., Fort Pierce 589 SW 79th ~t., Miami 508 N. 44th St., Fort Pierce 510 No. 44th St., Fort Pierce 507 No. 44th St., Fort Pierce 8116 S. 85th St., Oaklawn, Ill. 505 No. 44~th St., Fort Pierce 201 Maple Ave., Fort Pierce 4401 Avenue D, Fort Pierce 406 No. 42nd St., Fort Pierce 4405 Avenue D, Fort Pierce 311-A No. 12th St., Fort Pierce 330 Pochin P1, Hampton, Virginia 4407 Avenue D, Fort Pierce 17320 NW 82nd Ct., Hialeah, Florida 4407 Avenue D, Fort Pierce 4409 Avenue D, Fort Pierce 550 No. 45th St,, Fort Pierce 4411 Avenue D, ~Fsort Pierce P O Box 641, Fort Pierce 4408 Metzger Rd, Fort Pierce 801Howie Ave., Fort Pierce 2930 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce 4409 Metzger Rd., Fort Pierce Mr. Jones who has been joined in this petition by Timothy ~Center and James V. Favorite in order to have sufficient land area to be eligible for rezoning, was present at the hearing. He is requesting B-3 zoning so that he might operate a retail carpet business from his home. Mr. Thomas explained that last year a law was passed providing that before anyone can secure an occupational license they had to present a certificate of zoning compliance. This effected many people who carried on a business in their homes, Petitioner sells carpeting from samples which he carries around in a truck and installs carpeting for retail carpet stores.~ H'e Would like to go into business for himself. However, the only address he can give is his home which is zoned residential. Mr. Thomas referred to a proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution dealing with "home occupations", to be considered later by this Commission, which may solve Mr. Jones' problem. October 24, 1968 (continued) Moved by Mr. B~ard, seconded by Mr. ~ester, that this petition be tabled until action is taken on, the proposed amendment to the Comprehensive zoning Resolution deal- ing with "home occupation"~ to ~determine whether or not ones' situation; if it does not, the petition to be taken from the permit further consideration. The vote was polled and the motion ly. Herbert W%i~Priester opposed the petition because the property adjacent o him on the North is~cluded.- He~has.~no objection to Mr. ~ones continuing as he is. Mr. Priester sent a letter and appeared in person. Mrs. Harold Robinson objected, saying the nearby race track is enough of a problem, without "something else" Mrs. Mann'and Mr, Jodoin objected. Mr. Jodain said Mr. Jones cleans rugs and there is no proper drainage. Mr. Jones said he does clean rugs but no water is used in the process. PUBLIC H~ARING Petition of Matthew J. ~Schneider for a ch-ange in zoning classificat±on, B~ (arterial business) to B-4 (general business), for the following described property: The West 200 ft. of that. part of S½ of SE¼ of NE~ lying between Old Dixie Hwy. and U. S. ~1, in Section 6, Township 34-South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing noticeof same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Ann M. Weinstein J. J, Muehling N. A. Limberis Benjamin Biegelsen Central Bank & Trust Co. of Miami, Lt Robert S. Sweet 11 Palm Island, Miami Beach Rt. 2, Box 260, Fort Pierce 314 No. 12th St., Fort Pierce P 0 Box 1782, Ft. LaUderdale 67-128 36th St. at 13th Ave. N.W. Miami 34-18 Northern Blvd., Long Island City, N.Y. Mr. Schneider Stated he is requesting B-4 z~ning so that he will be permitted to operate a wholesale tire business on the property described, which lies approximately 1/2 mile South of th e overpass. This is'the site of an old motel, no longer used for this purpose. Some of the old units are being used to store tires. However, Mr. Schneider proposes to construct a new building which will eliminate the problem of using the old structures. Mr. Muehling, adjacent property owner, said he owns and operates "Orchid Acres" Mobile Home Park across the road. He objects to Mr. Schneider's place becoming a junk yard with piles of old tires around, which is what has happened. Mr. Thomas, Zoning Director, advised that should the rezoning be granted, outdoor storage will be controlled under the amendment to the Zoning Resolution, adopted 9/17/68. Some of the old motel units have been condemned and cannot be used for any purpose. Moved by Mr'. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Lester that recommendation be ~made to the Board of County Commissioners that this petition be granted; that this is a blighted area and the wholesale tire business, with outdoor storage properly controlled, would be animprovement over the old motel units. Vote~was polled, as follows: Ayes - Jennings, Lester, Gorham, Jackson, Hallam and Combs. Nayes - Beard. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Fort ~Pierce Lodge ~87 F & AM for change.in zoning classification, from R-1 C (residential, one-family) to R-4 (multiple dwelling), for the following described property: South 150 ft. of South 4½ acres of E½ of E~ of NW~ of NE¼, less East 25 ft. for road r/w, in Section 20, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie CoUnty, FLm~ida. The Masonic Lodge has owned this property for a long time and is now ready to construct a new Lodge building. The property lies adjacent to the Shrine Club propery. October 24, 1968 (continued) Mr. Frank W. Loll, adjacent property owner, stated he had no objection to the petition, but he did discuss a right-of,way for Yergen Avenue which lies between his property and the Masonic property. Moved by Mr. Beard, seconded by Mr. Jackson, and carried unanimously, that approval of this petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because the requested change in Zoning follows the trend of development in this area. PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ZONING RESOLUTION Petition of the Planning and Zoning Commission to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution as it relates to "home occupations". The proposed amendments were carefully reviewed and approved except: Section 7.17.b - original, read, as follows: "The use of the dwelling unit for the home occupation shall be clearly incidental and subordinate to its use for residential purposes by its occupants, and not more than 25% of the floor area of the dwelling unit shall be used in the conduct of the home occupation;" Section 7.17.b - approved as follows: "The use of the dwelling unit for the home occupation shall be clearly incidental and subordinate to its use for residential purposes by its occupants, and not more than 25% of the floor area in excess of the minimum floor area required in that zoning district shall be used in the conduct of the home occupation;" Section 7.17.e - originally read, as follows: "There shall be no sales in connection with such home occupation;%' Section 7.17.3 - approved as follows: "Only sales incidental to the home occupation will be permitted." Moved by Mr~ Hallam, seconded by Mr. Jennings, that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend to ~the Board of county Commissioners that the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution be amended, as follows: 1. Amend SECTION 2 -DEFINITIONS - by deleting therefrom "Home Occupation". Amend SECTION 7 - SUPPLEMENTARY DISTRICT REGULATIONS by adding Paragraph 17 to read as follows: · ~ ~ "17. Home Occupation. An occupation conducted in a dwelling unit, providing that: a. No person other than m~mbers of the family residing on the premises shall be engaged in such occupation; b. The use of the dwelling unit for the home occupation shall be clearly incidental and subordinate to its use for residential purposes by its occupants, and not more than 25% of the floor area in excess of the minimum floor area required in that zoning district shall be used in the conduct of the home occupation; c. There shall be no change in the outside appearance of the building or premises, or other visible evidence of the conduct of such home occupation other than one sign, not exceeding one squa~e£foot in area, nonjilluminated, and mounted flat against the wall of the principal building; d. No home occupation shall be conducted in any accessory building; e. Only sales incidental to the home occupation will be per- mitted; f. No traffic shall be generated by such home occupation in greater volume than would normally be expected in a residential ~nei~hborhood, and any need for parking generated by the conduct of such home occupation shall be met off the street and other than in a required front yard. ' 60 g. No equipment or process'~shalt:be used in such home occupation which creates noise', vibratid~ glare, fumes, odors or electrical interference detectable to the lot, if the occupation is conducted residence, or outside the dwel!ling unit thansingle-familY residence..'` In ference, visual or senses off in other electrical'inter- sed which creates or 'television receiver's off the premises, or causes fluctuations in line volt- age off the Premises." Amend PERMITTED USES AND STRUCTURES IN A-1 (Agfa'culture) District by deleting "Home Occupation" AmendSPECIAL EXCEPTIONS PERMISSIBLE BY THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AFTER PUBLIC'HEARING AND SUBJECT TO APPROPRIATE CONDITIONS AND SAFEGUARDS in A-1 (agriculture), R-1 (one-family dwelling), R-2 (two-family dwelling) and R-3 (multiple family dwelling) Districts by adding: "Home Occupation, subject to the provisions of Paragraph 17 of Section 7." 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H. Combs, Harry Jennings, Jack Gorham, Harold Beard, Philip Gates and John Lester. (Mr. LeSter was not present for the public hearing on the Daniel V. Bruno petition). Also present, Miriam Diem, Secretary. chairman Combs presided. Proof of Publication was presented showing the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Daniel V. Bruno for a change in zoning classification, from M-1 (industry) to B-3 (arterial buSiness), for the following described property: Lots 28, 30 and 32, Olson's S/D, as recorded in Plat Book 8, page 59, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. In August, 1961, this property was rezoned from B-3 to M-1 to gain conformity for an existing use - a deviled crab business, which no longer exists. Petitioner finds the property too small to be suitable for industry and B-3 business is not permitted in M, 1 zoning. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Bessie McMaster Lester A. Sheffield Donald W. Showerman C. R. Padrick, Jr. Jarvis W. Palmer Ruby Flavin Gladys Kent Inez W. Wilkinson Patronella ~unt Thos. W. Arseneau Charles ~Pagella E. C. Hunt Lloyd E~ Heiner Billy E. Spangler Reelstone Development Corp. Annie L. Goethe Alan S. Browne Board of Public Instruction Herbert Pulitzer, Jr. 233 St. Lucie Ave., Fort Pierce 231 St. Lucie Ave., Fort Pierce 227 St. Lucie Ave., Fort Pierce 220 St. Lucie Ave., Fort Pierce 1645 Stark Ave., SW, Canton, Ohio 230 St. Lucie Ave., Fort Pierce 843 Hayes Ave., Oak Park, Ill. 310 St. Lucie Ave., Fort Pierce 230 Hunt Ave., Fort Pierce 2401 Cortez B~vd, Fort Pierce 46-50 Wooster St., New York, N.Y. 301 Hunt Ave., Fort Pierce 225 Hunt Ave., Fort Pierce 223 Hunt Ave., Fort Pierce 2023 St. Lucie Blvd., Fort Pierce 2525 N. Federal Hwy, Fort Pierce P 0 Box 397, Palm city, Florida P 0 Box 490, Fort Pierce Rt. 3, Box 194, Fort Pierce Mr. Bruno was present at the hearing. Confirmed the information contained in the petition. Explained further that there are two store rooms on the property, ~h~12'~ x 12'. One is occupied by Sheffield Painting Company and the other is vacant. Will be able to rent the vacant space under B-3 and have the use of his entire property. No one opposed the petition. Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Gates that approval of the petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because ~his would up-grade zoning !of the property, be an extension of B-3 zoning to the North,-and permit the proper use of the eXisting structure. Vote on the motion was polled and it carried :unanimously. iMr. Lester.arrived. !TOM E JONES PETITION - CONTINUED !hearin .ces were sent to petitioners and adjacent property owners that the public {ldlbe continued at this time. Mr. Jones presented signatures of 15 adjacent property owners, indicating they do not object to his petition being granted. He further clarified that nature of the business he is conducting. ~e operates a rug sales and service through 12 stores. In addition,' he cleans rugs, using his personal equipment in which he has invested a great deal of money. Usually rugs and carpets are cleaned in the home but there are occasions when the work is done December 12, 1968 (continued) on the property under discussion. The equipment is stored on the qualify as a "Home Occupation" because part of his work is done and cutting carpet). ry. Cannot (rug cleaning Mr. W. C. Barbare, adjacent property owner, opposed the petition. He pointed out that the propertY for which rezoning is asked is in the midst of a residential area where taxes are high enough; that taxes will go higher if zoned for business. There are many small children in the neighborhood and °n'e has been killed. Any more traffic would be undesirable. Mr. Jodoin and Mr. Priester, adjacent proPerty owners, objected to petition being granted. Mr. Combs reported that he had discussed this petition with Mr.Leo LaForge, Regional Planner. Mr. LaForge pointed out that the entire area is residential except for a welding shop which is non-conforming and has been there for a long time. Mr. Combs quoted Mr. LaForge as saying that the race track, about which complaints have been many and constant, will have to go eventually unless business zoning is permitted in which event the race track may not have to move. Mr. Gorham remarked he feels granting this petition would be bad zoning. Mr. Gates commented he would like to help Mr. Jones but he is familiar with the area to some extent and knows it has built up as a residential neighborhood, although the radio s~ation and plastics plant is not far away. Moved by Mr. Jennings that approval of the petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissions. The motion was lost for lack of a secondl Moved by Mr. Gorham, seconded by Mr. Jennings that denial of the petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because of the strong objections of owners of adjacent property and granting the petition would'result in undesirable spot zoning. Vote was polled, as follows: Ayes - Beard, Gorham, Gates and Combs. ~b~ained - ~ennings and Lester. MINUTES Upon motion by Mr. Beard, seconded by Mr. Jennings the minutes of October 24, 1968 were unanimously approved. Mr. Lester left the meeting. BULKHEAD LINE - WEST SHORE OF INDIAN RIVER The following letter was read: December 6, 1968 Dear Mr. Combs: Your letter dated November 25, 1968 wherein the Planning and Zoning Commission urged the establishing of a bulkhead line for the ~est side of the Indian River, South of the City limits, was read and discussed at the Board meeting of December 3, 1968. It was reported that the County Engineering Department has com- pleted the field.survey work but final drawings have not been commenced pending a policy decision by the Trustees of'the Internal ImproVement~Fund of the State of Florida. The Trustees are consid- ering criteria for establishing a bulkhead line for all waterfront properties throughout the state and it is anticipated that guide- lines will be determined in the near future. As soon as this infor- mation is received from the State, we will proceed with the establish- ment of a bulkhead line. Thank you for your- interest in this matter. Very truly yours~ Weldon B~ Lewis, P. E. County Administ.~ator 163 December 12, 1968 (continued)_ Mr. Jennings advised there is a fill in progress at the Ed Denison property and suggested the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend to the Board of County Commissioners that they ask the proper agency to declare a moritorium on this fill until a bulkhead line is established. Vote was polled, as follows: Ayes - ComBs, Jennings, Gorham, and Gates. ~Abstained - Beard. Letter sent to the Board of County Commissioners, as follows: December 13, 1968 Gentlemen: Thank you for your letter of December 6 advising of the present Status Of the plans for a bulkhead line for the West side of the Indian River. This information was conveyed to the Planning and Zoning Commission. The Commission's immediate concern is with a fill now underway at the Ed Denison property. Members of the Commission are receiving many complaints from residents of the Drive because this work is going forward. Whether or not a permit was issued by the State is unknown. The Commission respectfully recommends that the County Commission request the State agency concerned to declare a moritorium on the fill now under way until a bulkhead line is set. Very truly yours, PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION ST LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA By C. H. Combs, Chm. Business being concluded, the meeting was adjourned. THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday -- Except Saturday Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF ST. LUCIE Before the undersigned authority personally appeared Marion T. Ayers, Sibyl B. Hall, who on oath says that he/she is Publisher, Business Manager of The News Tribune, a daily newspaper pub- lished at Fort Pierce in St. Lucie County, Florida; that the attach- ed copy .of advertisement, being a .......... ~o.t3.c.~ ............................... in the matter of ...P.~.t&~;.~.on...o£..D~nx~.!...~...._B~.mxo ................... ............................................ in the ................................................ Court, was published in said newspaper in the issues of ...... .1.1/. .2 5/. 6.8. . . Affiant further says that the said News Tribune is a newspaper published at Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has as second class mail matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. i CoUnty, Florida, for a period qf one year next preceding the first pub- lication copy of advertisement; and affiant further says that he has promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, eom- : re/und for the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the me MINUTES - PLANNING AND ZONING COi~MISSION A meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, January 23, 1969 in the Commission Meeting Room, Courthouse, ~t Fort Pierce, Florida, with the following members present: C.H. Combs, Chairman, Jack Gorham, Richard Stebbins, Harold Beard, Harry Jennings, Philip Gates and A. B. Jackson, John Hallam. Also present: Albert Thomas, Zoning Director., Ralph B. Wilson, County Attorney, Leo LaFor~e, Regional Planner and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Mr. Combs, chairman, presided. Proof of Publication was present'ed showing the public hearing to be held at- this time was duly advertised° PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Isaiah Lucas for a change in zoning classification, from RA1C (one-family dwelling) to R-3 (multiple dwelling), for the following described property: Lots 1 through 8 and Lots 16 through 20, Block 1, Sunrise Park No. 1 S/D, as recorded in Plat Book 8, page 42, public records of St. Lucle County, Florida. (between 29th~& 31st Sts. and Avenue S and Avenue T). Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Sylvia Bennett · Leroy Bennett, Jr. Freddie Ghent Arthur Davis Juanita Gray & Odell Johnson W. A. Palmer Rufus Ghent James Sanders G. B. Hutchinson Piney Grove Primitive Baptist Church L. C. Rumlin Levie Baker Edgewater Ranches, Inc. Estelle Stevens Emanuel Keith Talbert Moore, Jr. Willie Bell Spinks New South, Inc. Jessie Snelling Lenora Pullen Samuel Brown Riverside Co. Aaron Young Creola Young Calvin Jones Pete Bacon 606 Dundas Court, Fort Pierce 908 Avenue E, Fort Pierce 2912 Avenue S, Fort Pierce 2909 Avenue S, Fort Pierce 740 Seward St., Rochester, N.Y. 1102 Avenue D, Fort Pierce 2904 Avenue R, Fort Pierce 709 No. 20th St., Fort Pierce 2001 N. 41st St., Fort Pierce 2912 Avenue R, Fort Pierce 440 Ala St., Lake Wales, Fla. 907 No. 13th St., Fort Pierce P 0 Box 673, ~t Pierce 1908 Avenue O, Fort Pierce 514 A Lane, Cocoa, Florida 2911 Avenue S, 3Fort Pierce 608 No. 23~d St., 'Fort Pierce 1102 Avenue D, Fo~ Pierce 2912 Avenue R, Fort Pierce 2908 Avenue R, Fort Pmerce 2902 Avenue R, Fort Pmerce 1102 Avenue D, Fort Pmerce 2902 Avenue S, Fort Pmerce 2902 Avenue S, Fort Pmerce 2801 Avenue S, Fort Pierce 2805 Avenue S, Fort Pierce Mr. Lucas statedhe proposes to construct duplex dwellings, with one 3-bedroom unit and one 2-bedroom unit in each st~umture. He hopes to sell each structure, with the purchaser to live in one unit and rent the other. If someone wants a triplex he will build that. Finds there is more demand for duplex dwellings than for single family structures. victoria Ghent (Mrs. Freddie) opposed granting the petition, for herself and her husband. They have their home on two lots adjacent to Mr. LuCas' property and they want to see the zoning remain R-lC. When they first moved here there were very few houses. She also objected because duplexes will mean more traffic and she has children. Further, "any kind" of people move into duplexes. Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Young objected to the pe%~tion being granted. Mr. L.aForge, Regional Planmer, stated the land use plan shows area should be used for low density residence. Pointed out that the area West of 31st Street has triplexes which were recently built. Discussion revealed some very nice single-family homes have been constructed between Avenue R and Avenue S, to the South, and members of the Commission indicated they felt some protection should be given this good, desirable housing, as well as to others who have appeared at this hearing, Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Gates, that this petition be granted. Vote was polled, as follows: Ayes - Jennings and Gates. Nayes - Gorham, Stebbins, Beard, Hallam, Jackson and Combs. MINUTES Upon motion by Mr. Beard, seconded by Mr. Stebbins, and carried, the minu~es of December 12, 1968 were unanimously approved. ELECTION OF CHAIRMAN AND VICE-CHAIRMAN The chairman called for nominations for a chairman to serve for 1969. Mr. Jackson nominated Mr. Hallam. Mr. Hallam declined the nomination because of the fact thlat he is Vice-chairman of the Regional Planning Council and this office, with his seirvice on this Commission is all he can handle. Mr. Stebbins nominated Mr. Beard as chairman. Mr. Beard nominated Mr. Stebbins. Mr. Stebbins declined. Moved by Mr. Jennings the nominations be closed and a unanimously ballot cast for Mr. Beard. Motion duly ~econded and carried. Mr. Gates nominated Mr. Stebbins for Vice-chairman. Mr. Jennings moved ~a unanimous ballot be case for Mr. Stebbins, which was seconded and carried. MOBILE HOME STUDY Mr. Jennings referred to the "Analysis of Mobile Homes and Travel Trailers in St. Lucie county" prepared by the Regional Planning Council, and took certain exceptions to the study. He felt to much of it was t~ken from "House Beautiful" and very little of it was concerned with information from mobile home industry sources. Mr..Combs stated he had thoughts along the same lines. Mr. Beard referred to a mobile home park in Palm Beach County which contains 240 spaces and there is no vacancy. There are 20 ft. streets, gas street lights, garbage collection, sewage disposal and walter -- all fur~ished by the mobile home park at no expense to the county. The County is required to furnish police protection. The averag~ mobile home in the park costs $6500, for which $40 per month rental is paid. Stated he felt these people would be a credit to the community. Mr. Hallam commented that the report was provided for those bodies which have to make decisions on zoning. The report has not been accepted by anyone - it is at this point merely presented by the Regional Planning Council. Referred to statistics provided by Cody Bailey to prove mobile homes are assets to any community but the material was incomplete; therefore, inconclusive. ~phasized the report does not say "shut the door~ ~r. Jennings stated that, in-his opinion, the report deals with the extremes, and it should deal with the average. Mr. Gorham statedhe agrees, at least in part, with Mr. ~ennings - that the report is not a presentation of the whole economic impact of people living in mobile homes. F~:~instance, the report deals solely with ad vato~um taxes and does not take into account indirect taxes paid by mobile home dwellers. Mr. LaForge agreed that these people have financial resources in banks, etc., but this information cannot be secured. Mr. Gorham suggested it be secured from Federal government sources. Mr. Beard commented he believes mobile homes have a proper place in the community and the report was requested so that the Commission might have help in determining the proper area for mobile homes. Mr. Jennings stated he has been informed that 75% of the people living in single family homes in Jensen Beach lived in mobile homes when they first came to that community. Suggested that any study survey this idea. Mr. GOrham inquired whether a mobile home, when it is tly attached to a fonnda~ion, becomes a homeSite or does' it require a vehicle Mr. LaForge replied that if the mobile home owner owns the land he has the option of buying a tag, or not doing soo If he guys a tag he cannot be assed for ad valurum taxes on the mobile home. However, if he owns the land and the mobile home he can claim homestaad exemption. PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO ZONING RESOLUTION AND SCHEDULE OF DISTRICT REGULATIONS The Board unanimously approved advertisinq amendments deali~ with mobile home parks in R-3 changes in R-4, etc. for a public hearing on proposed Districts, deletion of R-5 District, Business being concluded, the meeting adjourned. THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday- Except Saturday Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida. STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF ST. LUCIE BefOre the undersigned authority personal!y appeared Marion T. Ayers, Sibyl B. Hall, who on oath says that he/she is Publisher, Business Manager of The News Tribune, a daily newspaper pub- lished at Fort Pierce in St. Lucie County, Florida; that the attach- ed copy ,of advertisement, being a ........... ~\9..e.:.i.9..e.. ............................... in the matter of ..P.9.:b..i..~.i..9.?:.I.~.~.i...a..h.....L..u...e..a.~. .................................... ............................................ in the ................................................ Court, was pub]ished in said newspaper in the issues of ...... ~.f..6.~..6..2 ....... Affiant further says that the said News Tribune is a newspaper published at Fort ierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore een continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has been entered as second class mail matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, !n said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a period of one year next preceding the first pub- lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affiant further says that he has fieither paid nor promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, com- mission or refund for the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the slaid new%p, aper. - ' Sworn to and subscribed: before me :~, January th~s ...... .~..h, ......... day .of .::,. ......... ,~. r~.::,. ......... :..., ....... :": ' .......... ':~;i,~ci; ............' ................ ' ; ~xD'res Dec. 13, 197! MINUTES - PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A meeting of the Planning and zoning Commission for St..Lucie County, Florida, was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, February 27, 1969 in the Commission Meeting Room in the Courthouse, Fort Pierce, Florida, with members present, as follows: Harold Beard, Jack Gorham, Harry Jennings, John Hallam, Claude Combs, Richard Stebbins and Philip Gates. Also present: Albert Thomas,'E~ng Director, Ralph B. wilson, County Attorney, Leo LaForge, Regional Planner and Miriam Diem, Secretary. chairman, Harold Beard, presided. RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION The following resolution was unanimously adopted: RE S OLUT I ON WHEREAS, Claude H. Combs served the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning ~Ommission as chairman from September 16, 1965 until January 23, 1969, and WHEREAS, Claude H. Combs, as chairman, has served the Planning and Zoning Commission and the community faithfully and well. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF ST LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA, in meeting assembled this 27th day of February, 1969, that an expression of appreciation be presented to Claude H. Combs for his fine, conscientious leadership of said Commission and the dignity, efficiency and courtesy with which he carried out his duties. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the minutes of said Commission. PROOF OF PUBLICATION was presented showing the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of C. V. Padrick, Sr. for a change in zoning classification, from B-3 (arterial business)a~d R-1 C (one-family residential) to R-3 (multiple dwelling), for the following described property: Tract B, Taylor Subdivision, as recorded in Plat Book 9, Page 12, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Carl E. Helseth Albin Friland Claudia Summerlin Rob~rta F. Peed Robert Terry J. Patrick Beacom Raymond P. Lein Paul R. Hoskins Frank R. Buker Bertha Russakis George Holtsberg Julian W. Lowenstein Jessie Locascio Josephine Heddendorf Richard L. Cromer Annette Enterprises, Inc. James F. Grimes George J. Curran Chas. C. Lelly John R. Rohm Ida M. Brewer Willis E. Brewer Arthur D. Channing Lenora P. Backus P 0 Box 3812, Fort Pierce 2731 Old Dixie Hwy, Fort Pierce 2801 No. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce 2805 No. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce 2825 No. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce 2811 No. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce P 0 BOx 403, Fort Pierce 706 So. 6th St., Fort Pierce 2930 No. Federal Hwy, Fort Pierce 112 Depot Drive, Fort Pierce Rt. 3, Box 447, Fort Pierce 1204 SE U. S. $1, Vero Beach 1520 No. Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale 1110 Beach Court, Fort Pierce 105 Atlantic Ave., Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 74, Fort Pierce P O Box 485, Fort Pierce Rt. ~2, Box 75, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 74, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 75-3, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, BOx 76, Fort Pierce Southport, Maine Rt. 2, Box 79, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 78, Fort Pierce Frank H. Samuel Victor E. Demorest Rudolph K. Raczkoski Louis E. Thomas Earnes Law Rt. 2, Box 77, F~D~t Pierce 2921 Old Dixie Hwy, Fort Pierce 3003 Ridgehaven Road, Fort Pierce 2904 Anthony St., Fort Pierce 2018 Commerce Ave., Vero Beach Mr. Padrick was represented at the hearing by.Mr. Nick'-Constan't~ The property described is owned by Mr. Padrick who has a buyer for it. The buyer proposes to develop a mobile home park of the highest type, for adults only. Mr. Chas. Lelly referred to a letter which he had mailed to the Planning & Zoning Commission and requested it be read which was done, as follows: February 17, 1969 Mr. Harold Beard, Chairman Planning and Zoning Commission St. Lucie County, Florida Sir: Having invested a considerable amount of money and time in my home after selecting the home site because of its R 1 C zoning classification, 'site being selected because of the pro- tective status (R i C) which I had every right to believe would protect my investment I therefore request that the application as filed by Mr. C. B. Padrick, Sr. for a rezoning of a tract of land adjoining the sub-division in which my home is located (West Side of Charles Drive and South of Chamberlain Blvd.) be denied. Rezoning to Mobile Home Park classification from R 1 C and B 3 clasSificatiOns will be detrimental to all property values in the immediate area. Your consideration of my request will be greatly appreciated. Respectfully submitted, CC: Charles C. Lelly Route 1, Box 6 Fort Pierce, Florida John Park, Chairman Board of County Commissioners 33450 Mr. Lelly then presented another letter opposing the petition signed by adjacent property owners, as follows: R. Raczkoski, Earnes Law, Peter Paganucci, Ida M. Brewer, Mr. and Mrs. James Grimes, Mr. and Mrs. Henry H. Matthews, Mr. and Mrs. D. E. Calhoun, Dr. and Mrs. Paul R. Hoskinsl R. L. Cr6mer, Mr. and Mrs. Frank H. Samuel, Mr. E and Mrs. A. D. Channing, and Lenora P. Backus. Mrs. Geo. Curran objected to the petition being granted. Referred to Mr. Constant's statements that a first class development is planned but that makes no difference in her objection. Jerry Rohm opposed the petition. Bought his property in 1959 on the strength that it was zoned for one-family dwellings. Does not want a mobile home park nearby. Other letters of protest received from: Ethel R. Rogers, Josephine Heddendorf, Albin Friland and Willie E and Nellie P. Brewer. Mr. Constant commented that for many years the property was filled, with junk cars, which have now been taken away; however, it is not really cleaned up. Mr. J. Patrick Beacom stated he was speaking upon the authority of the Council of Aldermen of the Village of St. Lucie and for hims~lf, opposing~Mr. Padrick's petition. The Village of St. ~Lucie lies West of the Padrick property, with Old Dixie Highway, the FEC RR r/w and a narrow strip of land owned by Mr. Beacom separating them. Mr. Beacom advised the Village of St. Lucie has recently rezoned 25% of the total area of the Village to a mobile home classification, so that mobile home living is available in the Village to those who meet the requirements. However, the Council is opposed to this petition because they feel the time has come for a survey to establish the effect mobile homes will have on our community. Further, they do not feel the Village would be improved by the petition being granted. Mr. Beacom presented copy of an editoril which appeared in the News Tribune on February 17, dealing with mobile homes, requesting it be made a matter of record. Mr. Jennings inquired if, since the Village of St. Lucie had rezoned certain areas for mobile homes, they were opposing this petition because of possible competition. Mr. Beacom replied the area directly North of Euclid, between Old Dixie Hwy. and U. S. ~1 has been set aside for mobile homes. The Council felt since this area was already established for mobile homes it would-not be well for another area to be zoned for this purpose to the South over which they had no control. do t Mr. Jennings commented that should the petition be granted Mr. Beacom's property would probably become rather Valuable. Mr. Beacom concurred, stating he is aware that if this p~tition is granted he could request similar zoning for his property with a reasonable expectation of g~tih~9it. However, does not propose to do this because he thinks too highly of his community. Map of the area prepared by the Regional Planner was reviewed. Mr. LaForge stated the Padrick tract contains 8.09 acres. The area is shown on the County Development map as semi=urbanl Moved by Mr. ~tebbins, seconded' by Mr. Combs that denial of the petition be recommended to the B~ard of County Commissioners because ~hetland for which rezoning is requested lies in the midst of an area zoned R-lC (one-family residence), because it would destroy the protective status .R-lC zoning has given the surrounding area and on the strength of which many home-owners bought and built here, and because of the vigorous opposition expressed by adjacent property owners. By a show-of-hands vote the motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Thomas D. Evans and Solon T. Platt for a change in zoning classification, from B-2 (limited business) to B-4 (genea~l business), for the following described property: Lots 1 thru 7, Block 2, Westwood Manor S/D, as recorded in Plat Book 6, page 26,. public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Virgil Griffis Robert E. Williams Geo. W. Negedley R. V. Leverette John H. Fox J. Elvin King R. E. Teague Jan T. Jenkins W. R. McCain Carl Carlton Calvary Tabernacle Welcome Gray Irvin Hazellief Russell Edester Arnold Realty Corp. B. & B. Machine Shop, Inc. Community Methodist Church 1811 So. 33rd St., Fort Pierce 1815 So. 33rd St., Fort Pierce 1819 So. 33rd St., Fort Pierce 1823 So. 33rd St., Fort Pierce 1824 So. 34th St., Fort Pierce 2005 So. 30th St., Fort Pierce 3407 Okeechobee Rd., Fort Pierce P O Box 24, Fort Pierce P 0 Box 456, Fort Pierce P 0 Box 9, Fort Pierce 1806 So. 33rd St., Fort Pierce 1808 So. 33rd St., Fort Pierce 1810 So. 33rd St., Fort Pierce 1816 So. 33rd St., Fort Pierce 124 Palmer Ave., Mamaroneck, N.Y. 3245 Okeechobee Road, Fort Pierce 3114 Okeechobee Road, Fort Pierce Mr. Evans stated he was Speaking for himself and the co-petitioner, who is out-of-town. B-4 zoning is requested so that the property could be rented for a used merchandise business or an antique store. Sale of used merchandise is not permitted is the present B-2 zoning. Mr. Irvin Hazellief identified himself as an adjacent property owner, speaking for himself and a neighbor, R. E. Teague. Opposed the petition because he feels the area should not be opened to any business which would be undesirable to the heavily populated residential area adjacent and he considers the proposed use of the property undesirable. Robert Williams, J. T. Jenkins and R. V. Leverette all spoke against the petition, supporting the reasons for opposition expressed by Mr. Hazellief and adding that certain activities along Okeechobee Road are most unattractive now and they should not be added to. outdOor Mrs. J. T. Jenkins referred to Dunn Tire Company, with its unattractive/storage of tires, etc. which would be permitted in B-4 zoning. Has not objection to pressnt B-2. Mr. Evans spoke several times in support of his petition~ mentioning both an antique store and a used merchandise business. The Zoning Director confirmed that an authentic is the present B-2 zoning and endeavored t~ make clear the between the sale of antiquss and used merchandiSe. Petitioner urged the change be granted to permite the sale of used merchandise. Responding to an inquiry by the chairman, the Regional Planner stated that in the planning done to .this point, the particular area under consideration is recommended for residential use. While at the present time all of Okeechobee Road is in some type of commercial classification, because of the character of this particular area feels it should be residential. In discussion, the commission could not agree with the Regional Planner that the area should be residential. Zoning within the City of Fort Pierce, immediately to the East, is B-2, which is slightly more permissive than the County's B-2. Moved by Mr. Combs, seconded by Mr. Hallam, that the petition be denied because only the most desirable types of business should be permitted to protect the adjacent heavily populated residential area and churches. ~o~e on the motion was as follows: Ayes - Stebbins, Gorham, Combs, Hallam and Beard. Abstained: Jennings and ~ates. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of James L. Owens and Jo~n B. Brummitt for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family residential) to A-1 (agriculture), for the fOllowing described property: From SE corner of Tract 9 of Resubdivision of Surora Heights, lying East of U. S. ~1, run NWly 306 ft., Wiy 300 ~ft., SEly 306 ft., Ely 300 ft. to p.o.b., Section 28, Township 34 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent to adjacent property owners, as follows: George E. Goff W. L. Bierman Florence G. Haskell Beth D. Sinnott James R. Rogers W. E. Vassar Estate Harris J. Chelf John Wesley Davis Fred K. Smeltzer George F. Gittere Charles Gitlin 230 Raulerson Bldg., Fort Pierce 2015 No. 3rd St., Fort Pierce 3115 No. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce 3111 No. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce RFD, Frankfort, Michigan 4001 Coachman St., Tampa, Florida, ~Q W. F. Vassar 3250 North Fede, ral Hwy, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 82, FOrt Pierce O ' ~ 2103 G lfvl~w~ Court~ , Fort Pierce .~ 2103~ Golfview Court, Fort Pierce 2424 Oakman Blvd., Detroit, Michigan Mr. Owens was present at the hearing, speaking for himself and for co-petitioner, Mr. Brummitt. Stated A-1 Zoning is requested for this parcel of land, containing slightly more than 2 acres, because he wa~s to raise vegetables to sell commecially. Mr. Thomas confirmed that petitioner must have a license to sell produce'. To secure the license the property must be properly zoned for agriculture. A-1 zoning would also permit a roadside stand to sell produce raised on the land. J. Patrick Beacom, for himself and on behalf of the Village of St. Lucie, opposed the petition. People in the Village have noticed some plan underway for several months for this property. It was learned Mr. Owens applied for a per~it to construct a residence and was given permission to use a mobile home on the land while the ~w~&ling was under construction. During the past 60 days there have been four mobile homes on the property, some of which have been removed at the request of the County Zoning Department. Mr. Beacom said the people of the Vilt~g-~ ~feel that A-1 zoning would down- grade the present zoning of the area; that ~-1 zoning would permi't mobile homes and the Village Council asks that this be prevented. Mr. Hallam inquired if the Village object to a truck farm, per se. Mr. Beacom replied he would say not, but there is fear of mobile homes with agriculture zoning. Mr. Thomas clarified the mobile home situation as it relates to A-1 zoning. Since there is only 2 acres of land involv~ there is no possibility of amobile home park because a minimum of 5 acres are required for this. However, in A-1 zoning one mobile home ~s permitted on one acre of land, if requirements concerning frontage, etc. are met. February 27, 1969 (continued) Mr. Charles Lelly who lives close by inquired how the trailers got on the property in the first place. Mr. Thomas explained that petitioner has secured a permit to construct a dwelling; that the Zoning Resolution provides a mobile home may be placed on any property under which a home is being built and used until the dwelling is completed. The building permit is issued for one year and the trailer permit is issued for the same length of time. Mr. Owens is constructing his own house. Only one mobile home was placed on the property legally; those there illegally have been removed or notice has been given for them to be removed. There are really two lots. Mr. 'Owens has a mobile home on his, with a building and mobile home permit. The trailer on Mr. Brummitt's portion of the property went along with the purchase and Mr. Brummitt has never used.it. Mr. Gorham commented that he could not understand h~w petitioner could profitably raise produce for sale on ~such a small parcel, especially with a house occupying part of the land. ~t was pointed out produce has been raisedin this area and that the land is very fertile. Mr. Combs asked petitioner if he raally intends to use the land for truck. Mr. Owens assured him he does. Moved by Mr. Combs, seconded by Mr. Gorham that recommendatiO~ebSo~d~o~Oconsider the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be granted, since/~l~.ze~ing down-grading and it would be assisting a man who wants to create a business on his own property. Mr. Stebbins stated that since petitioner is going to build a home in a area now zoned R-lC, the zoning should remain R-lC. Mr. Beacom asked about animals permitted in A-1 zoning. Mr. Thomas briefly explained certain restrictions and set-b~k$ to show that with this small acreage there was little danger of undesirable animals being on the land. Vote on the motion was polled, as follows: Combs and Beard. Nayes - Hallam and Stebbins. Ayes - Jennings, Gates, Gorham, ~INUTES Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Gates, and carried, that the minutes of January 23, 1969 be approved, as distributed. MOBILE HOMES - SUGGESTED RESTRICTI©NS AND PROPOSED PUBLIC HEARING Prior to this meeting copies of a letter had been distributed to members of the Planning and zoning Commission, as follows: CITY OF PORT ST LUCIE St. Lucie Country C~ub & Villas Port St. Lucie, Florida February 6, 1969 The St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners P 0 Box 700 Fort Pierce, Florida 3345Q Gentlemen: In reviewing the Mobile Home Study prepared by the Regional Plan~ing Council at the city Council meeting of January 14, 1969, the subject of the increased areas in St. L~cie County zoned to allow trailer and mobile home parks was discussed at length. By a unanimous vote of the Council they desire to have you informed of their opinion which would very definitely restrict the issuance of permits or zoning changes for properties to ~e used in the a~ove-mentioned category. The Council feels that the St. L cie County areas have ~b~een more tha~ saturated With such ~arks and that the loss of revenue which would be ob- tained in the future development of permanent homes places an undue burden on the remaining ad valorem taxpayers of the County. February 27, 1969 (continued) ~he above opinion of the City Council of "Port St. Lucie is presented to you for your. consideration in your future actions relative to this matter. Very truly yours, Eugene P. Kavanaugh On February 14, 1969 the Board of County Commissioners asked for a recom- mendation as to whether or not it would be advisable to have a public h~aring on this whole matter of mobile homes. This request was discussed at this time. It was unanimously agreed that a public hearing would~be of no advantage to the County at this time and this opinion was conveyed to the BOard of County Commissioners by the following letter: March 3, 1969 Hon. John B. Park, Chairman Board of County Commissioners St. Lucie County Fort Pierce, Florida Dear Sir: Upon receipt of your letter of-February 14 enclosing a letter from Mayor Eugene P. Kavanaugh, Port St. Lucie, and asking for a recommendation .as to. the advisability of holding a public hearing on the future of mobile home parks in St. Lucie County, copies of the correspondence were sent to the members of the Planning and Zoning Commission with a request that they give the matter consideration. The Commission has heard boZh ~sides of the question of mobile nome parks on numerous occasions, with facts and figures being presented by advocates~.and detractors of mobile homes to show the impact of mobile home developments on the community. In the opinion of the Planning and Zoning Commission none of the statistics presented have been con- clusive. Since it is reasonable to assume the same informa- tion would be presented at a public ~-aring, it is the recommendation of the Commission that apublic hearing not be held because there would be no advantage to the County in such action, at this time. cc: County Administrator Very truly yours, PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION ST LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA By Harold Beard, Chairman PUBLIC HEARING Petition of the Planning and Zoning Commission to amend the ~Co~prehensive Zoning Resolution and Schedule of District Regulations. The proposed ~changes were discussed. Changes in the proposed amendments were made, as follows: Para. 2, Sec. 11 "OFFSTREET PARKING AND LOADING" Change: '2... the term ".Off-street Parking Space shall consist of minimum net area of two hundred (200) square feet of appropriate dimensions ...... " to read: "the term "Off-street Parking Space" shall consist of a minimum net area of 10' x 20' for the parking of an automobile ....... " February 27, 1969 (continued) Change: "Offstreet parking facilities, including access drives and aisles shall be surfaced with a hard dustless material con- sisting of a good rolled rock base, well tamped and topped with oil and sand or asphalt or of concrete of sufficient thickness to accommodate the proposed vehicular weights," to read: ""Off street parking facilities~ including, access drives and aisles shall be paved according to specifications approved by the County Engineer." DISTRICT R-4 (MOTEL AND HOTEL).~ COVERAGE BY ALL BUILDINGS. the proposed provisions. There was discussion On MAXIMUM LOT It was decided to make no change from Para. 9, Section 11, OFFSTREET PARKING AND LOADING, for "Dwelling, Multiple- family. _~Rr~p~s~..~pr~wi~ -~scussed, at length. Agreed there should be no chan~e..~ All other sections accepted. Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Combs that the proposed amendments to the Comprehensive zoning Resolution and Schedule of District Regulations be recom- mended to the Board of County Commissioners for approval, with the changes previously agreed upon. Motion carried unanimously by a show-of-hands vote. Amendments approved, as follows: Amend PERMITTED USES AND STRUCTURES in R-3 DISTRICT (Multiple Dwelling) by deleting therefrom "Mobile home parks, providing such park shall meet all ap- plicable requirements of Section 13, or applicable provisions of the county's subdivision regulations on mobile home subdivisions and all other pertinent regulations." Amend SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS permissible by the Board of Adjustment after public hearing and subject to appropriate conditions and safeguards in R-3 DISTRICT (Multiple Dwelling) by adding thereto "Mobile Home parks and mobile home subdivisions." 3. Delete R-~ DISTRICT (HOTEL) from District Regulations. 4. Amend District Regulations for R-4 DISTRICT (MOTEL) to read, as follows: DISTRICT R-4 MOTEL AND ~OTEL PERMITTED PRINCIPAL USES AND STRUCTURES Any use permitted in an R-3 District, subject to the limitations, requirements and procedures prescribed for such use. One-family, two-family, and multiple dwellings. Hotel, motel, Tourist home, boarding house, villas, bungalow court. Private Club, lodge, fraternity, sorority and other similar uses not operated for profit. Institutions of an educational, philanthropic or eleemosynary character, not operated for profit, other than penal or correctional institutions or vocational or ~rade schools. Medical or denal office or clinic. Colleges and universities offering courses of study leading to an academic degree and meeting the requirements of the Southern Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. February 27, 1969 (continued) PERMITTED ACCESSORY USES AND STRUCTURES Accessory uses and structures, not involving a business, except that: Hotels, apartment hotels, and motels ha~ing 50 or more units ~ay have restaurants, night clubs, dining rooms, or bars which are located in the main building and-which are of such design and size as to cater primarily to. the guests of the main use, subject to the provisions of'all CoUnty regulations, Hotels, apartment hotels, multiple dwellings, and motels having 100 or more guest rooms may have retail st®res, personal service shops, offices and similar uses for the convenience of their guests. Motels having less than 50 rooms may have restaurants. Special accessory uses permitted under above are subject to the requirements of Supplementary Regulations~7.13. SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS Public Utility Buildings MINIMUM LOT REQUIREMENTS (area & 'width.) Residential (1-family or 2-family dwelling~: All other Permitted Uses: Width: 100 ft. MAXIMUM LOT COVERAGE BY ALL BUILDINGS 1 and 2 stories 3 and 4 stories 5 and 6 stories 7 stories and over MINIMUM YARD REQUIREMENTS 55% 50% 45% Front: Side: Rear: As for R-lC Area: 11,000 sq. ft. 40% (Depth of front & rear yards, width of side yards) See also SeCtion 10. 25 ft., except when building exceeds 100 ft. in height, add 2~-ft. front yard depth for each 10 ft. (or major fraction thereof) by which height of building exceeds 100 ft. One-family and two-family - 7~ ft. Ail other permitted uses - 10 ft., plus 3 ft. for each 10 ft~ (or major fraction thereof) by Which height of building exceeds 22 ft. 25 ft., ~us 2 ft. for each 10 ft. (or major fraction thereof) by which height of building exceeds 50 ft. All corner lots: Front yard .as sPeCified'and side yard 15 ft. unless greater width is required as stated above. MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF STRUCTURES None, except as established by the St. Lucie County Airport Zoning Resolution. MINimUM FLOOR AREAS' (See definition) Each Dwelling Unit: One-family Two-fa~ly Multiple dwelling Rental sleeping room 500 sq. ft. 440 sq. ft. 325 sq. ft. 150 sq. ft. February 27, ~1969 [continued .... ., LIMITATIONS ON SIGNS (See Section 9 for General RegUlations) No signs intended to be read from off the premises except: Signs as permitted for R-3. Where the principal use of p~emises is for hotel, motel, apartment, villas, bungalow court or any combination thereof: One on-site ground sign which may have 2 faces each not over 300 sq. ft. in area, not over 25 ft. in overall height above the ground, may be located in..a required front yard or street side yard, but not exten~ nearer than 10 ft. to any street line or base building line. e One on-site pylon sign, which may have 2 faces each not over 300 sq. ft. in area, not to extend more than 25 ft. above roof line of main building. 3e One on-site combination vertical and roof sign not to exceed 400 sq. ft. on either face, or a height of 15 ft. above the roof line, for one story building, and a total area of 800 sq. ft. on either face, or a height of 30 ft. above roof line, for building over one story in height. Signs not to project more than 4 ft. beyond building wall. One on-site wall sign not. to 'exceed 400 sq. ft. in area for a one-story building, with an additional 100 sq. ft. of area permitted for each story above the first story. Se One on-site wall sign not over 32 sq. ft. in area for advertising the permit.ted special accessory uses. 6e One on-site ground sign which may have 2 faces each not exceeding 40 sq. ft. in area to advertise a restaurant. Neon type signs allowed. Strip lighting allowed. Se o o Amend Paragraph 2 of Section ll read, as follows: 2. Offstreet Parking Regulations "For the purpose of 'this r Parking Space" shall consist .of a for the parking of an automobi'~e, or aisles thereto. Offstreet pa access drives and aisles shall be approved by the County Engineer. marked, either by painted lines, equal fashion to indicate the. in~ required offs~reet parking facili to cause any nuisance to adjacent A Certificate of Occupancy for th shall be prohibited until the req improved, inspected and approved. Amend offstreet parking requireme family'" as provided in paragraph PARKING AND LOADING to read, as f "Dwelling, Multiple-family: One-bedroom Two-bedroom Three-bedroom Efficiency or Studio Amend official Zoning Atlas by re designated as R-5 District (HOtel (Motel and Hotel). )FFSTREET PARKING AND .LOADING" to :solution, the term "Offstreet minimum net area of 10' x 20' exclusive of access drives :king facilities, including paved according to specificiations The parking area shall be Drecast curbs or in a similar ~viduai parking spaces. All hies shall be drained so as not private or public property. ~= given structure or premises aired parking area has been .ts for "Dwelling, Multiple- 9 of Section 11, OFFSTREET 91lows: 1.5 parking spaces 2 parking spaces 2.5 parking spaces 1.5 parking spaces ~esignating all lands presently to the new R-4 Dist~i~.~ February 27, 1969 (continued) Mr. Wilson suggested that the yard requirements might not be too practical for buildings of considerable hei~ht,~uiring many parking spaces. The matter was discussed but no action taken. PROPOSED AMENDMENTS - PLAT FILING REGULATIONS The chairman distributed copies of a Rough Draft of proposed amendments to the County's Plat Filing Regulat~ions, advising that the County Administrator has asked that the P & Z Commission review the amendments and then make recommenda- tions to the Board of County Commissioners. Mr. Beard suggested that the Comm~:'ssion might, distribute copies of this Draft to interested people, asking for their comments for next meeting. Moved by Mr. Gates, seconded bY Mr.. Hall~m, and carried, that the chairman be authorized to provide a Draft of the proposed amendments to interested people in the engineering field, asking for their written recommendations. FENCE APPROVED - MATTHEW J. SCHNEIDER Mr. Thomas presented a drawing showing plans for a 6 ft. redwood basket- weave fence to be installed by M. J. Schneider at the old Seabreeze Court on No. U. S. ~1. This property was rezoned to B-4 severallmonths ago. The owner is operating a wholesale tire business, using outdoor storage for tires. The fence is designed to hide the storage areas from U. S. ~1. Mr. Thomas indicated the planned fence meets all requirements. Moved by Mr. Hallam, .seconded by Mr. Jennings, and unanimously, carried, that the plans for the fence at the old Seabreeze Court be approved. Being being concluded, the meeting was adjourned. TI{E NEWS TRIBUNE 'Published Daily and Sunday -- Except Saturday THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday -- Except Saturday THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday- Except Saturday Port Pierce, St Lucie County, Florida STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF ST. LUCIE T ~ Befor_e the undersigned authority personal!y appeared Marion · Ayers, Sibyl B. Hall, who on oath says that he/sh~ is Publisher, Business Manager of The News Tribu~e, a daily new Paper pUb~ ]ished at Fort Pierce in St. Lucie County, Florida; that~the attach- ed copy of advertisement, being a ............ .~.~.'i..c..~ ............................. in the matter of ............................................ in the ................................................ Court, was published in said newspaper in the issues of. ........ Affiant further says that the said News Tribune is a newspaper published at Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has been entered as second class mail matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a period of one year next preceding the first pub- lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affiant further says that he has neither paid nor promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, com- mission or refund for the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the said ~ew~pap~er. ~ Swo~n, .to-an6 subscH, bed before me thii: I~th da" ;~ Februamv . .... ..... :..:/ .. ...... ....... &.: ..... ........... ~ s' .' P' sD0c. 13, 1971 ' ~o~,i~r..~ ~ou~ r~..vt_ D:_ _~?~ MINUTES - PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, March 27, 1969 in the Commission meeting room in the Court- hour, at Fort Pierce, Florida, with members present, as follows: A.B. Jackson, Harold Beard, Jack Gorham, C. H. Combs, Harry Jennings, Richard Stebbins, John Hallam and Philip Gates. Also present were Albert Thomas, Zoning Director, and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Mr. Beard, chairman, presided. Proof of Publication was presented showing that the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Walter R. Dorsey for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family dwelling) to R-3 (Multiple dwelling), for the following described property: From NE corner of Lot 3 run South 30 ft., th West 60 ft. to POB, th run South 1297.4 ft. to South line of Lot 13, th West 959.8 ft., th North 190.95 ft., th East 78 ft., th North 737.40 ft., th East 318 ft., th North 370 ft. to South r/w of Weatherbee Road, th East 566.7 ft. to POB, S/D of Part of Section 3, Township 36 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida, as shown on Sheen's Survey of White City, recorded in Plat Book 1, page 23. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Merrill C. Lindamood H. E. Howard William L. Rodgers Ray W. Hopkins Estate Bobby Gean Johnson Therman R. Perry Chas. L. Stowers John D. Wyatt Carl Wyatt Raymond J. Mack Clayton H. Hampton Dual H. Hampton I. M. Waters Charlotte Merritt Gustav Perrin Blum, Inc. A. R. Kerr Herman L. Anderson Joseph F. Slavik Donald M. Petrie John F. Pressler Emma Vlasak Estate James A. Kelley Oscar C. Schaldach James Soucek Kurt Kirisch 3702 Pinevale Rd., SW, Roanoke, Va. P 0 Box 227, Sebring, Fla. 2010 South 35th St., Fort Pierce P 0 Box 3385, Fort Pierce Rt. ~4, Box 625, Fort Pierce Rt. 1, Bo~t Pierce 5012 No Church Ave., Tampa, Fla. 368 Baysinger Dr., Fort Pierce 368 Baysinger~Dr., Fort Pierce 378 Bay~inger Dr., Fort Pierce 386 Baysinger Dr., Fort Pierce 390 Baysinger Dr., Fort Pierce P . 0 Box 3190, Fort Pierce 4820 So. Federal Hwy, Fort Pierce 4760 So. Federal Hwy, Fort Pierce Rt. 1, Box 50-D, Titusville , Fla. 6301 citrus Ave., Fort Pierce 5275 SW 101st St., Miami 686 N. Renaud, Grosse Point, Mich. 354 E. Weatherbee, Fort Pierce 350 Weatherbee, Fort Pierce c/o Charles Becht, P 0 Box 548, Fort Pierce 8215 Fernhill, Parma, Ohio 4421 Areca Palm Dr., Fort'Pierce 124 Neptune Dr., Lake Worth, Fla. 4422 Areca Palm Dr., Fort Pierce Mr. Beach, chairman, turned over the Chair to Mr. Stebbins and abstained from further participation in the public hearing because of a possible conflict of interest. Arthur Wood, Wood, Bell and Beard, Engineers, explained that his firm has been retained by Mr. Dorsey to develope a comprehensive plan for a mobile home park on the property described. Mr. Wood and Mr. Dorsey presented copies of the plans and specifications. There will be a sewage disposal plant, a water plant, storm sewers. All utilities will be underground. 'There will be a Club House, swimming pool, shuffleboard courts, etc. Roads have been designed to meet county specifications and other features' have been designed to meet all county require- ments for a mobile home park. Minimum lot size is 45' x 100' Mr. Jennings inquired about drainage and was advised the land is well-drained, the East boundary being the canal. Mr. Kirish, adjacent property owner, stated he is very much in favor of the proposed development but would like some guarantee that the park will be developed on the basis of the plans shown. Mr. Dorsey stated he will develope his mobile i78 March 27,1969 (cont) home park as it has been designed. He is aware that his neighbors have raised the question of whether or not this will be done, and the only guarantee he can give is his word. Mr. Thomas said it is true that once a property is rezoned R-3 anything per- mitted in R-3 can be put there, At the same time, a slum can be ~put in R-lC. In a matter like this there is little or no guarantee for performance, except faith in the integrity of the developer. Further, the economics of the matter would prevent anyone developing a poor mobile home park because an adequate return on the investment depends on offering fine facilities. The vice-chairman pointed out there can be no guarantee a mobile home park will be constructed on the ~asis of a plan shown to this Commission, but there is assurance that any mobile home park will be constructed on the basis of County regulations and in compliance with regulations of the State Health Department. Mr. Pressler, adjacent property owner, stated he favors the petition so long as Mr. Dorsey is required to comply with all regulations. The Regional Planning Counsellor could not be present at the hearing but did prepare a map and check list for the Commission. These were reviewed and the check list was read, as followS: A. COMPREHENSIVENESS: MES NO 1. Is the proposed change contrary to the established land use pattern? 2. Would the proposed change create an-isolated district unrelated to adjacent and nearby districts, i.e. is this "spot" zoning? X X 3. Would the proposed change materially alter the population density pattern and thereby increase the load on public facilities (schools, sewers, etc.) x~ 4. Are present district boundaries illogically drawn in relation to the existing conditions on this property? X 5. Would the proposed change be contrary to the proposed Land Use Plant? X B. CHANGED CONDITIONS: 1. Do changed or changing conditions in the area make the passage of this amendment necessary? Comment: Even though there are not enough changed conditions in the area, there are con~?itions throughout the county that indicate a change toward the uses that are listed in the R-3 zoning distriCt. X C. PUBLIC WELFARE: 1. ~tl the proposed change adversely influence living conditions in the neighborhood? X 2. will the proposed change create or excessively increase traffic congestion or otherwise affect public safety? Comment: There is a possibility of some traffic ~ong~ion on U. S. $1 & Weatherbee Road. X 3. Will this proposed ch; ange create a drain ge problem? X 4. will the proposed change seriously reduce light and air to adjacent areas? X 5. Will the proposed change adversely affect property values in adjacent area? Comment: NO, if adequate screening and buffering is employed. x 6. Will the proposed c~aR~ge be a deterrent to the improvement or'development of adjacent property in accord with existing regulations? x 179 March 27, 1969 (cont.) 7. Will the proposed change constitute a grant of a special privilege to an individual as contrasted to the general welfare? D. REASONABLENESS: 1. Are there substantial re~s~ms why the property cannot be used in accord with existing zoning? Comment: Have not heard of any. 2. Is the change requested out of scale with the needs of ~he needs of the neighborhood or city? 3. Is it impossible to find other ~adequate sites in the city for the proposed use in districts already permitting such use? YES NO X X X Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Gorham that recommendation be made to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be granted because there was no opposition to it, the engineering and specifications for the project show it to be an installation of high quality and the check sheet prepared by the Regional Planner indicates a mobile home park at this location is not contrary to the established land use patters or the proposed land use plan. Vote was polled and the motion carried unanimously, with Mr. Beard abstaining. Mr. Beard again took the Chair. ~DBEIDOHEARING Petition of Billie Borland, Iris Priest and Nick Priest for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family residential) to B-4 (general business), for the following described property: Beg. W line 33rd St. and S r/w line Peterson Rd. Then run W along S r/w Peterson Road 200 ft. to pob, th Cont. W 713.81 ft., th S 208.81 ft., th E 713.81 ft., th N 208.81 ft. to pob, SectiOn 17, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Lucius A. Raulerson Iris E. Priest E. E. Green L. E. Williams Osmond C. Peterson Coberger Corp. P O Box 2, Fort Pierce 901 South 33rd St., Fort Pierce 709 So. 33rd St., Fort Pierce 3402 Georgia Ave., Fort Pierce 3405 Delaware Ave., Fort Pierce c/o Frederick Zeiger, 420 L~ncoln Rd. Miami Beach, Florida Mr. Borland and Mr. Priest present at the hearing. The warehouse which had been on this property, which contains 3.40 acres, for approximately 20 years burned down. Since it is zoned R-lC, for single family homes, the warehouse become non-conforming when zoning came into being. The Comprehensive Zoning Resolution provides that when a non-conforming use is destroyed, it cannot be replaced. However, petitioners want to continue with the business and ask B-4 zoning, in which category a warehouse is permitted. There is B-3 zoning abutting on 33rd St. to a depth of 200 ft., North and Xouth of Peterson Road. Mr. Borlan~'s home and a beauty shop are located here, as is Mr. Priest's home. There was no opposition to the petition. The Regional Planner could not attend this ~earingbut sUbm-itted a check sheet reflecting his thinking on the effect of the proposed rezoning, as follows: A. COMPREHENSIVENESS: YES NO 1. Is the proposed change contrary to the established land use pattern? X 2. Would the proposed cla~m~ create an isolated distmi~t unrelated to adjacent and nearby districts, i.e., is this "spot" zoning? X 3. Would the proposed change materially alter the population desnity pattern and thereby increase the load on public facilities (schools, sewers, streets., etc) ? Comment: If property is zoned to B-4 and developed March 27, 1969 (cont) ~Ok~d.~Ecially or to warehousing this could reduce the population density in the area. YES NO. 4. Are present district boundaries illogically drawn in relation to the existing conditions on this property? X 5. Would the proposed change be contrary to the proposed Land Use Plan? Comment: The proposed land use plan recommends that the area be developed residentially, low density (1 - 6 per acre) B. CHANGED CONDITIONS: X Ce 1 Do changed or changing conditions in the rea make the passage of this amendment necessary?-- PUBLIC WELEARE 1. will the proposed change adversely influence living conditions in the neighborhood? Comment: With the variety of commercial uses per~ ~itted in a B-4 district there could'be detrimental effects produced which would adversely influence' living conditions. 2. Will the proposed change create or excessively increase traffic oongestion or otherwise effect public safety? Comment: Depending on the use. 3. Wall the proposed change cre&te a drainage problem? 4. Will the proposed change seriously reduce light and air to adjacent areas? Comment: There are large lots in the area. 5. Will the proposed change adversely affect property values in adjacent area?;~ Comment: Prope~.ty values_for residential use will be adversely affected. X 6. Will the proPosed change be' a deterrent to the im- provement or development of adjacent property in accord with existing regulations? x 7. ~$tt the proposed change constitute a gra~t of a speczal privilege to an individual as contrasted to the general welfare? X D. PdEAS ONABLE NE SS 1. Are there substantial reasons why the property can- not be used in accord with existing zoning? 2. Is the change requested out of scale with the needs of the neighborhood or theC~y? x 3. Is it impossible to find other, adequate sites in the County for the proposed use in districts already permitting. Such use? X X X X X X Moved by Mr. Gorham, seconded by Mr. Jackson that it be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners that the petition be granted. ~ote was polled, as follows: Ayes - Jennings, Gorham, Combs, Jackson and Beard. Nayes - Gates, Hallam and Stebbins. Those voting for the motion did so because it was their opinion a man should not be put out of business by an act of God, especially when the business existed before zoing, although granting the petition is'bad zoning; that the property abuts B-3 zoning on the East; that petitioners own most of the surrounding property and there are many groves in the area so that the possibility of near neighbors being hurt is minimal. Those voting against the motion did so feeling the future growth of the entire County must be considered, not just the welfare of one or two individuals; that granting this petition would be spot zoning; that other things permitted in B-4 zoning could be most undesirable in this location where the future potential appears to be residential. Mr. Stebbins left the meeting. RESIGNATION - JOHN LESTER The following letter was read: March 11, 1969 Fort Pierce, Fla. St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Board St. Lucie County Fort Pierce, Fla. Attn: Mr. Harold Beard, Chairman Dear Mr. Beard: It is with sincere regret that I must resign as a member of the St. LUcie Planning and Zoning Board. I have been advised by the SChool Board Association Attorney that provisions under the new constitution does not permit me to continue as a member, inasmuch as I would have a conflict of interests. I missed the last meeting waiting for this decision from our Attorney. I have enjoyed serving on the board and perhaps when my situation changes, I will again be in a position to become a member. I wish you and the Board the best of luck for your continued success. Yours very truly, John L. Lester The Commission discussed a replacement for Mr. Lester. It was agreed the following should be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners: A. G. Weatherington, Surveyor, 225 So. 2nd St., Fort Pierce Kenneth Peterson, 1108 West 1st St., White City Arthur L. Gardner, Owner of Windward House, 2601 No. Indian Drive J. D. Nelson, P 0 Box 3809, Fort' Pierce (Indrio Road) AMENDING R-3 and R-4 CLASSIFICATIONS Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Gorham, and carried, that the Com- mission advertise amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution and Schedule of District to provide that mobile home parks and mobile home subdivisions in R-3 and R-4 be permitted, by Special Exception granted by the Board of AdjuStment and that said amendments become effective 90 days following adoption of said amendments. PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO PLAT FILING REGULATIONS Review postponed until April meeting. It was suggested that copies of proposed Regulations be sent to Developers with a request for review and suggestions. WORK SESSIONS PROPOSED Mr. Jennings suggested that this Commission adopt the technique of using work sessions in instances where problems are complex and it is difficult to come to an immediate decision on a petition. No action. March 27, 1969 (~co~t) ...... Mr. by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr.. HalZam, and carried~ 27, 1969 be approved, as distributed. Business being completed, the meeting adjourned. that the minutes of THE NEWS TRmUNE Published Daily and Sundsy -- Except Ssturday Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF ST. LUClE Before the undersigned autko.rity personally appeared Marion T. Ayers, Sibyl B. Hall, who on oath says that he/she is Publisher, Business Manager of The News Tribune, a daily newspaper pub- lished at Fort Pierce in St. Lucie County, Florida; that {he attach- ed copy ~of advertisement, being a ........ .i.q..o...~.!..c.~ ................................. in the matter of .... ?-.-e-k$-k$--c--n-----!q:'-a--]:~.-e-r---B-,----D--gr:~- ....................... ............................................ in the ................................................ Court, was published in. said newspaper in the issues of ..... ~/.[t,D-4/.~.9 ....... Affiant' further says that the said News Tribune is .a newspaper published at Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has been entered as second class mail matter at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a period of one year next preceding the first pub- lication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affiant further says that he has neither paid nor promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, com- mission or refund for the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the said newspapen Sworn ;~oand subst~ribed before me ,.this .......... ..]:...~.~.~.. day df ...... ~..grch ^. D. ,1.cj6.9- ............. - .............. : ................... (SEAI~i C~mmi~itm [ .Public MINUTES - ST LUCIE COUNTY PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION The St, Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission met at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, April 24, 1969, in the Commission Meeting R~~m, Courthouse, Fort Pierce, Florida, with members present, as follows: Harold Beard, Chairman, C. H. Combs, Harry Jennings, A. G. Weatherington, John Hallam, Richard Stebbins, Vice-chairman, and Philip Gates. Also present, Albert Thomas, Zoninq Director, and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Mr. Weatherington was introduced. replacing Mr. Lester. He is a new member of the Commission, Proof of Publication was presented showinq the public hearings to be held at this time were duly advertised. MI NUTE S Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Stebbins, and carried, that the minutes of March 27, 1969 be approved, as distributed. PUBLIC HEARING Petition Of Jesse W. Porter, John H. Halquist' and Ben L. Deetjen for a change in zoning classification, from M-1 (light industry) to B-4 (general business), £or©~3~e~f~lowing described property: Lots 1, 2, 3 & 4 of Hillside S/D, as recorded in Plat Book 7, Page 43, public recor, ds of St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Alvilda Olsen Chas. M. Vandergrift D. D. Fillingame A. L. Hitchcock Mary A. Sikes Estate Harry C. Anderson Estate Hayes & Resop Walter E. Smith W. L. Bierman Calvin L. Arnold DiGiorgio Fruit Corp. Superior Fertilizer M. H. Scott P 0 Box 974, Fort Pierce 1931 Old Dixie, Fort Pierce 1933 Old Dixie, Fort Pierce 1937 Old Dixie, Fort Pierce 1933 North 3rd St., Fort Pierce 3201 South 21st St., Fort Pierce 3462. 5th Ave., N, St. Petersburg, Fla. 1921 No. 3rd St., Fort Pierce 1919~North 3rd St., Fort Pierce 1214 Georgia Ave., Fort Pierce P 0 Bo x 1358, Fort Pierce P 0 Box 1021, Tampa, Fla. P 0 Box 629, Fort Pierce Mr. Porter and Mr. Halquist attended the hearing. Stated they plan to sell and repair marine hardware. Retail sales are not permitted in M-1 and for this reason B-4 zoning is requested. They plan to repair equipment for boats - motors, bilge pumps, etc. Any work done on equipment which cannot be removed for boats will have to be done outdoors because the building on the property is not large enough to accommodate boats. Although the property is on Taylor Creek it is expected most boats will be brought in on trailers because no boat of any size can blear the Railroad Bridge. There was no opposition to the petition. Mr. Thomas presented a land use map and check sheet prepared by the Regional P~nner which were reviewed by the Commission. The check sheet was, as follows: A. COMPREHENSIVENESS: Is the proposed change contrary 5o the established la~d use pattern? 0 Would the proposed change create an isolated district unrelated to adjacent and nearby districts, i.e., Is this "spot" zoning? e Would the proposed change materially alter the population density pattern and thereby increase the load on public facilities (schools, sewers, streets, etc)? YES NO X X X ~S Are present district boundaries illogically drawn in relation t0 "the existing conditions on this property? Would the propOsed change be contrary to the proposed land use plant? B. CHANGED CONDITIONS: Do changed or changing conditions in the area make the passage of this amendment necessary? C. PUBLIC WELFARE: Will the proposed chaag9 adversely influence living conditions in the neighborhood?' Will the proposed change create or excessively in- crease traffic congestion or otherwise affect public safety? 3. Will this proposed chBnge create a drainage problem? 4. Will the proposed change seriously r~educe light and air to adjacent areas? Se Will the proposed' chan~9' adversely affect property values in adjacent area? Will the proposed change be a deterrent to the improve- ment or development of adjacent property in accord with existing regulations?' 7. Will the proposed change constitute a gr.ant of a special privilege to an individual as contrasted to the' general welfare? Comment: It can ~8 construed that almost any change in zoning might constitute a grant of a special privilegel however, in this instance, resultant improvements would off-set any special privilege. D. REASONABLENESS Are there substantial reasons why the property cannot be used in accord with existing zoning? Comment: Land is not excessively deep for industrial development. Railhoad facilities are on the East side of Old Dixie which does not make it feasible to install RR spur. Waterway access is virtually impossible. X 0 Is the change requested out of scale with the needs of theneighborhood or the City? 3. Is it impossible to find other adequate Sites for the proposed use in districts already permitting such use? Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Gates that approval of the petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners as the proposed use appears to be the highest and best use of the land and there was no opposition to the petition. Vote on the motion was polled and it carried unanimously. X X X X X X X X X X X X PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Edward B. Traub, Sr., et al, for a change in zoning classification, from B-4 (general business) to M-1 (industrial) in order to develop some light indUstry on the following described property: East 500 ft. of North 100 ft. of Lot 173, and East 500 ft. of Lot 174, Maravilla Gardens Unit 3, as ~eCorded in Plat Book 6, page 62, p~bl~c records Of St. Lucie county, Florida. Prior to thiS public hearing nOtice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: 185 Apr, il 24, 1969 (~¢o~t) Sheldon B. Miller, Tr. ~oung D. Dickson Phillips Petroleum Co. Kent Enterprises, Inc. Chandler Hovey Anthony Backiel S. L. Nathanson Frank K. Nemec George D. Stanley Patti~Joan Land Corp. 407 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach 3350 South Federal Hwy, Fort Pierce Adams Bldg., Bartlesville, Oklahoma 5531 Phillips Hwy, Jacksonville, Fla. 75 Federal'St., Boston, Mass. 700 Midway Rd., Fort Pierce .1021 S. 8th St., Fort Pierce 3347 S. Federal Hwy., Fort Pierce 601 Broad St., Chattanooga, Tenn. 4247 N. Bay Road, Miami Beach ~Mr. Traub stated 'that Mr. Flanigan, whom he introduced, is at present using an existing building in which to repair and sell molds for plastic products. He wants to expand into manufacturing small plastic products, employing three or more People, and constructing a new building for the purpose. Mr. Flanigan would have the advantage of being able t~o test the manufa~ctured products through his present operation, which will be continued. Mr. Traub refer, red to Pla~iic.Specialties on Metzger Road and showed Pictures' of this plant and the homes nearby, stating he has toured the plant, found it quiet and clean in operation inside and out; also, he interviewed Mr. Rake and Mr. Stanley who live nearby. They gave permission to use. their names and to quote them as saying Plastic Specialities is in no way objectionable. Mr. Hallam inquired about!people living nearby .and their reaction to this ~ef~tion. Mr. Traub stated no.one lives close by and there will be no one. No one opposed the petition at the public ~aring. Mr. Thomas commented that the property is correqt!y zoned for.Mr. Flanigan's present business - selling plastic molds'wholesale and doing some repair work. Repairs are incidental to sales. Now he wants to take raw materials'and manufacture a finished product which requires ~M-1 zoning. Discussion claaified the fact that the product.would be sole wholesale only. Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Combs that approval of this petition be ~dsmmended to the Board of Connty Commissioners because this portion of U. S. ~1 is so cluttered by activities at the Farmers Market and-other uses similar to that proposed, that the proposed new construction would be an asset'k~ and there was no opposition to the rezoning requested. Vote was polled, as follows: Ayes - Beard, Stebbins, Gates, Jennings and Combs.; Nayes - Hallam; Present - Weatherington~ During the public'hearing, a land use map and a Rezoning Ch~ck List~ prepared by the Regional Planner, was presented to the Board by the Zoning Director. The check list was, as follows: A. COMPREHENSIVENESS: YES NO Is the proposed change contrary to the established land usepattern? Comment: The area is primarily used ~for stoarage or warehousing, or service type facilities. X 0 Would the proposed chang~ create an iso%,ated district x unrelated to adja.cent and nearby districts~ i.e. is this "spot" zoning? e Would the proposed change materially alter the population density pattern and thereby ~bcrease the load on public facilities (schools, sewers, streets, etc)? Are present district boundaries illogically dr~awn in relation to the existing conditions on this property? Would the proposed change be contrary to the proposed Land Use PlanR Comment: Land use plan shows 'commercial in this area. However, industrial is located further South in the Farmers Market Area. X CHANGED CONDITIONS: 1. Do changed or changing conditions in the earea make the passage of this amendment necessary? X X x April 24, 1969 (cont) YES NO C. PUBLIC WELFARE Will the proposed change adversely influence living conditions in the neighborhood? Comment: To the East, 'across U. S. ~1 is residential development, ~which may be ad- versely influence. To the West the land is zoned residentially but is presently undeveloped. X X 0 Will the proposed change create or excessively increase traffic congestion or otherwise effect public safety? Comment: Not any more than would normally be expected in land developed for light industrial purposes. Also, land area is limited in size. X 3. Will proposed change create a drainage problem? X Will the proposed change seriously reduce light and air to adjacent areas? X Will the proposed change adverselY affect property values in adjacent area? x e Will the proposed c~ ange be a deterrent to the improvement or development of adjacent property in-accord with existing ~egulations? X e will the proposed change constitute a grant of a special privilege to an individual as con- trasted to the general welfare? X D. REASONABLENESS: Are there substantial reasons why the property cannot be used in accord with existing zoning? X e Is the change requested out of scale with the needs of the neighborhood or the City? Comment: There is no evidence that Industrial development is needed in that area. X o Is it impossible to find other adequate sites for the proposed use in districts already per- mitting such use? X PUBLIC HEARING Petition of St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Resolution and Schedule of District Regulations for St. Lucie County, as follows: Amend PERMITTED USES AND STRUCTURES IN R-3 District (Multiple Dwelling) by deleting therefrom "Mobile home parks, providing such park shall meet all applicable requirements of Section 13, or applicable provisions of the county's subdivis~Q~xregulations on mobile home subdivisions and all other pertinent regulations." Amend SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS permissible by the Board. of Adjustment after public hearing and subject to appropriate conditions and safeguards in R-3 DISTRICT (Multiple Dwelling) and R-4 DISTRICT (motel and hotel) by adding thereto "Mobile home parks and mobile home subdivisions." e Said Amendments shall become effective ninety (90) days after their adoption by the Board of County.Commissioners of. St. Lucie County. Mr. Jennings opposed the proposed amendments, feeling too many restrictions are being placed in mobile home developments. Mr. Thomas pointed out that this is not the purpose; that mobile home developments will continue in R-3 and R-4 zoning, as before, except that they can be controlled, because the Board of Adjustment can permit mobile homes in mobile home parks and mobile home subdivisions, with conditions in the interests of the community. April 24, 1969 (cont) Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Hallam that the proposed amendments be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners for approval. Vote was polled, as follows: Ayes - Combs, Gates, Stebbins, ~eatherington, Hallam and Beard. Abstained - Jennings. PROPOSED PLATE FILING REGULATIONS - SUGGESTED AMENDMENTS Mr. ~ames E. Clark, P.E., Asst. Manager - Engineering, General Development Corporation, Miami, presented suggestions for changes in the proposed amendments to the Plat Filing Regulations. Mr. Clark was requested to present his recommendations in writing, which he agreed.to do. The chairman thanked Mr. Clark for his interest. PETITION FROM WALTON-EDEN PROPERTY OWNERS CLUB - RE: SANITARY FILL, SOUTH ST LUCIE COUNTY Mr. Jennings presented a petition of protest against a sanitary land fill in South St. Lucie County, signed by practically all residents of So. Indian River Drive, So~th of Midway Road. The petition was addressed to the St. Lucie County Commission, and was given to the County Commission. INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT - GRUMANN AIRCRAFT INTERESTS IN ST. LUCIE COUNTY Mr. Jennings urged that this Commission bring to the attention of the Regional Planning Board the fact that Palm Beach County is working very hard to convince Grumman Aircraft that the facility planned for St. Lucie County should be located in Palm Beach County. Further, that St. Lucie County was doing absolutely nothing to counteract Palm Beach County's influence. It was suggested that this was a matter for the Industrial Development Council but Mr. Jennings preferred it come to the attention of the EPC. Mr. Hallam agreed to convey the message to the RPC which would be meeting next day. County Commissioner Silver would be in attendance and could carry the message to the County Commission or the IDC if she saw fit to do so. Moved by Mr. Jennings that the meeting .~djourn, was duly seconded, and carried. THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday -- Except Saturday Tt~ NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday -- Except Saturday Fort Pierc. e, St. Lucie County, Florida THE- NEV/S TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday -- Except Saturday FOrt Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF ST. LUCIE Before the undersigned authority personal!y appeared ~.arion T. Ayers, Sibyl B. Hall, ~vho on oath ~ays that :1{~/~}{~ is Publisher, Busihess Ma~.~ager of Tk,e News Tribu~e, a~daily newspaper pub- lished at Fort Pierce in St. Lucie County, Florida; that %he attach- ed copy .of advertisement, being a ..... -~¢~t-i.c~ .................................... in the matter of .... ~.,.~..%.t.A.o..n...-..J..e..~.?....~:~,....~.c..~.t...e.~ .......................... ............................................ in the ...................... ; .......................... Court, was published in said newspaper in the issues of ...~..7../..6..?. ........... that the said News Tribune is a newspaper published a~ and has i: ~ in [or a periOd of one yea~ licafion says advertisement has the me A. D ..... .&.~CL:~: ............. Notary Public xp~res Dec. 13, i971 MINUTES - PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, May 23, 1969 in the Commission M~eting Room in the Courthouse, at Fort Pierce, Florida, with members present, as follows: Harold Beard, chairman, Richard Stebbins, C. H. C~mbs, Jack Gorham, A. G. Weatherin~ton, Philip Gates, and Harry Jennings. Also present: Albert Thomas, zoning Director, Ralph B. Wilson, County Attorney, and Miriam Diem, Secretary. MINUTES Moved by Mr. Stebbins, seconded by Mr. Weatherington, and carried, that the minutes of April 24, 1969 be approved, as mailed. PROOF of Publication was presented showing that the public hearing to be held at this time was duly advertised. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Hilliard Groves, Inc. for a change in zoning classification, from A-1 (agriculture) to B-3 (arterial business), for the following deScribed property: Beg 25 ft. East'and 25 ft. SoUth of NW corner of~SW¼, th run South '616 ft., East 352.81 ft., North parallel to Kings Highway 617.33 ft., th West 352.81 ft. to p.o.b., Section 24, Township 35 South, Range 39 East, St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Philip A. Hoeffner, et al Leverett Shaw/Percy R. Pyne III Joseph Edwards Henry J. Caproni Montgomery and Shaw Fort Pierce Associates 327 So. 13th St., Fort Pierce Rt. 3, Box 607, Fort~ Pierce Rt. 3, Box 196, Fort Pierce 333 Summer St., Lynnfield, Ma. Rt. 3, Box 607, Fort Pierce Athenia Station, 950 Clifton Ave. Clifton, N.J. J. B. Brewer, Jr. appeared at the hearing. Chambers Steak House has been located on this site for a long time as a non-conforming business in agriculture zoning. A new building is planned to house the restaurant and it is for this reason business zoning is requested at this time. A Rezoning Check List on this petition, prepared by the Regional Planner, was read, as follows: A. C OMPREHENS IVENE SS YES NO Is the proposed change contrary to the established land use pattern? X Would the proposed change create an isolated district unrelated to adjacent and nearby districts, i.e., is this "spot" zoning? X e Would the proposed change materially alter the population density pattern and thereby increase the load on public facilities (schools, sewers, streets, etc.)'? x Are present district boundaries illogically drawn in x relation to the existing conditions on this property? J Would the proposed change be contrary to the proposed Land Use Plan? X B. CHANGED CONDITIONS DO changed or changing condition in the area make the passage of this amendment necessary? Comment: Kings Highway is a feeder road to the Sunshine State Parkway. Traffic volumes are increasing and are anticipated to incrase a~'aan even faster pace with the opening of 1-95 to State Road 60 in Indian River Co. C. PUBLIC WELFARE W~ll the proposed change adversely influence living conditions in the neighborhood? e W~il the proposed change create or excessively increase traffic congestion or otherwise affect public safety? 3. Will this proposed change create a drainage problem? 0 Will the proposed change adversely affect property values in adjacent area? Se Will the proposed change be a deterrent to the improve- ment or development of adjacent property in accord with existing regulations? e Will the proposed change s~D~sly a~d~ce ~ight and air to adjacent areas? Will the proposed change constitute a grant of a special privilege to an individual as contrasted to the general welfare? D. REASONABLENESS Are there substantial reasons why the property can- not be used in accord with existing zoning~ Comment: The property fronting on Kings Hwy. is best suited for uses other than agriculture, not only from economic reasons but for land development criteria that is related to land needs and requirements. Is the change requested out of scale with the needs of the neighborhood? Is is impossible to find other adequate sites for the proposed use in districts already permitting such use? YES x x x x NO x x x x x There was no opposition to the petition. Moved by Mr. Gorham, seconded by Mr. Combs that approval of the petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because it will permit an existing use, which is an asset to the community, to expand into new and modern structure. Vote was polled and the motion carried unanimously. VILLA DEL SOL - DEVELOPMENT PLAN OF VENICE LANDMARK CORPORATION Messrs. Ransom Tilton, Martin and Sutliff, representing Venice Landmark Corp., requested approval of a sketch and two artist's conceptions of a proposed multiple housing development to be named "Villa del Sol" and marketed on a condominium basis. The property is on Hutchinson Island, in~ediately North of the Martin County line and contains 12 acres. Plans are to construct 204 2-bedroom apartments (in 23 2-story buildings), 437 Darking spaces, swimming pool, etc. The responsibility of this Board is to be sure the building are spaced so as to assure adequate light, air, safety, ventilation and privacy. Mr. Thomas confirmed the plans meet requirements for parking, set-backs, etc. and that the land is properly zoned (R-4) for this type development. The County building inspector has reviewed the plans carefully and the Zoning Department has determined that all requirements have been met. - Mr. Jennings statedhe favors the proposed development but has seen other projects of this ty~e where there are fewer buildings with more land. In one instance there are 160 units on 40 acres. Mr. Martin replied that Mr. Jenning's observations are correct; however, the proposed development has many feet of ocean frontage which is what the people who live here will want. They do not plan to cater to retirees; they are aiming for~youn~er people who will buy for summer homes to be rented during the winter. Reference was made to difficulties with condominium sales in the Miami araa, where in certain instances, after all the apartments were sold, the developer then sold the parking lots. Mr. Martin stated the buyer will purchaSe 1/204th interest in everything except the land the lies directly beneath the buildings, and briefly explained the procedures which must be followed under State law. Moved by Mr. Gorham, seconded by Mr. Jennings, and carried, that the plans presented for "Villa del Sol" be approved. Vote was pol&ed. PROPOSED AMENDMENT - PLAT FILING REGULATIONS Moved by Mr. Stebbins, seconded by Mr. Jennings, and unanimously carried, that the suggestions submitted by Wood, Beard, Bell & Associates, Inc., A. G. Weatherington, and General Development Corporation for changes in the proposed amendments to the Plat Filing Regulations be sent to the Regional Planner. RESIGNATION - HAROLD BEARD Letter received from Harold Beard, Chairman, tendering his resignation as chairman and a member of the Commission. Mr. Beard is accepting a position out of the State. Moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Stebbins, and carried, that the resignation be accepted, with regret. ELECTION OF CHAIRMAN AND VICE-CHAIRMAN Moved by Mr. Gates, seconded by Mr. Jennings, and' ~carried that Mr. Stebbins be elected Chairman. Mr. Stebbins accepted. Moved by Mr. Gorham, seconded by Mr. Combs, and carried that Mr. Jennings be elected Vice-chairman. Mr. Jennings accepted. It was agreed that a recommendation to the Board of County Commission of a replacement for Mr. Beard would be made at next meeting. Business being concluded, the meeting adjourned. THE NEWS TRIBUNE Published Daily and Sunday -- Except Saturday Fort Pierce, St.. Lucie County, Florida STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OrF ST. LUClE Before the undersigned authority personal!y appeared Marion BT. Ayers, Sibyl B. Hall, who on oath says that he/she is Publisher, usiness Manager of The News Tribune, a daily newspaper pub- lished at Fort PierCe in St. Lucie County, Florida; that the attach- ed copy ,of advertisement, being a ......... ~o.l~i~.e ................................ in the matter of __P. 9.~.i..~.o..~.-..~.i....1..1..a...r.~...9.~gLe.~.L..I.~..c.:. ............... ............................................ in the ................................................ Court, was published in said ne~vspaper in the issues of ...... 5/5/-&9~ ....... 'Affiant further says that the said News Tribune is. a newspaper published at Fort Pierce, in ~aid St. Lucie County, Florida, and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continUously published in said St. Lucie County, Florida, each day except Saturday and has been entered as second class mail ma~er at the post office in Fort Pierce, in said St. Lucie County, Florida, for a period' of one year next-preceding the first pub- lication of the attached copy of advertisement; .and affiant further says that he has neither paid nor~ promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, com- mission 'or! refund~for the. purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the Sworn.'to and subscribed 'l~/ore me ' th[;~ :' ~h ~_: ~ day of-~ [a~g~qotary .Public Commission Expires Uae. I'3, 1971 ST LUCIE COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION A meeting of the St. Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commission was held at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, June 26, 1969, in the Commission Meeting Room in the Court- house at Fort Pierce, Florida, with members present, as follows: Jack Gotham, Harry Jennings, John Hallam, Richard Stebbins, Chairman, Gerald Weatherington, Philip Gates and C. H. Combs. Also, Albert Thomas, Zoning Director, and Miriam Diem, Secretary. Proof of Publication was presented showing the petitions to be heard at this time were duly advertised for public hearing. MI NUTE S Moved by Mr. Weatherin~%~n, seconded by Mr. Jennings, and carried, that the minutes of May 22, 1969 be approved, as circulated. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Geneaal Development Corporation for a change in zoning classifica- tion, from R-lC (one-family dwelling) to R-3 (multiple dwelling), for a portion of Section 21, Township 36 South, Range 40 East, containing 10.11 acres, more or less, more particularly described, as follows: COMMENCING at the most Southeasterly point of Floresta Drive as shown on the Plat of PORT ST. LUCIE SECTION TWENTY SIX as recorded in Plat Book 14, Page 4C of the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida; run N89°33'10'' E, 65 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING: thence N 89°33'10'' E, 641.32 feet; thence Southeasterly along the arc of a circular curve to the right having a radius of 28.68 feet thru a central angle of 90° for 45.05 feet; thence S00°26'50" E, 451.40 feet; thence Southwesterly along the arc of a circular curve to the right having a radius of 50 feet thru a central angle of 46°31'55'' for 40.61 feet; thence S46°05'05"W, 447.78 feet; thence N43°54'55"W, 391.14 feet; thence Northerly along the arc of a circular curve to the right having a radius of 220 feet thru a central angle of 43°28'05" for 166.90 feet; thence N00°26'50'' W, 393.51 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. Lying in St. Lucie County, Florida, and containing 10.11 acres more or less. Notification of this healing to adjacent property owners was unnecessary since all surrounding lands are owned by General Development Corporation. Mr. Joe Kurley, Land Planning Office of General Development Corporation, stated they propose a condominium apartment development on this property, constructing two and three story buildings. ~e displayed a drawing of a comparable development at Port Charlotte. A rezoning check list, prepared by the Regional Planner, was read, as follows: ae COMPREHENSIVENESS Is the proposed change contrary to the established land use pattern. 2.Would the proposed change create an isolated district unrelated to adjacent and nearby districts, i.e. is this "spot" zoning? e Would the proposed change materially alter the population density pattern and thereby increase the load on public facilities (schools, sewers,etc) 4o Are present district boundaries illogically drawn in relation to the existing conditions on this property? 5. Would the proposed change be contrary to the proposed Land Use Plan? YES NO x x x x x CHANGED CONDTTIONS 1. Do changed or changing conditions in'the area make the passage of this amendment necessary? x June 26, 1969 (c0nt) C. PUBLIC WELFARE YES NO Will the proposed change adversely influence living conditions in the neighborhood? · ~ 0 e will the pr'oposed change create or excessively in- crease traffic congestion or otherwise affect public safety~ Will this proposed change create a drainage problem? 4. Will the proposed change seriously reduce light and air to adjacent areas? Se Will the proposed change adversely affect property values in adjacent area? 0 Will the proposed change be a deterrent to the im- provement or development of adjacent property in accord with existing regulations? Will the proposed change constitute a grant of a special privilege to an individual as contrasted to the general welfare? REASONABLENESS 1. Are there substantial reasons by the property cannot be used in accord with existing zoning? e Is the change requested out of scale with the needs of the neighborhood or the County? e Is it impossible to find other adequate sites for the proposed use in districts already per- mitting such use? Comment: There'isn't any land zoned to accom- modate apartment development in the area. Probably should give consideration to allow more than single family. x ; There was no opposition to the petition. Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Jennings, that approval of the petition be recommended to the Board of County ~mmissioners because condominium apartment construction is a current trend and St. Lucie County needs these accommodations to meet the demand. Vote was polled, as follows: Ayes - Jennings, Gates, Gorham, Weatherington, Hallam and Stebbins. Nayes - none. x x x x x x x x x PUBLIC HEARING Petition of James Taylor and Henry Kendall for a change in zoning classifica- tion, from R-lC (one-family dwelling) to B-3 (arterial business), for the following described property: Ail of Block 1, R~hlman Subdivision, as recorded in Plat Book 9, Page 55, public records~of St. Lucie Connty, Florida, less the West 200 ft. thereof. Prior to the public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Elizabeth Davis Steve C. Reita Jennie V. Wrobel Paul Nix Arthur Pfaff Carl christopher J. B. Keys Irvin Sweet June D. Kitching Odorisio Carlos Brown John J. Whalen Aubry Layne John McCormack P 0 Box 402, Grundy, Va. 181 Del Medio Ave., Mountain View, Calif. 10 Joseph St., Sayreville, N.J. Rm. 206, Northwestern Sanitorium, Black Mountain, N.C. 81 No. Liberty St., Ashville, N.C. P 0 BOx 32, Fort Pierce 8101 Biscayne Blvd., Miami 1211 Ormond Ave., Fort Pierce 814 So. 6th St., Fort Pierce 978 St. James St., off Dillman Rd., WPB 368 Smallwood. Ave., Fort Pierce~ P O Box 343, Peach Creek, W.Va. 716 W. JefferSon, Mishawaka, Ind. June 26, 1969 (cont) Wm. Frielingsdorf M. B. Skaggs Beatrice McVey Mary Harwood 33481 Lake Rd., Avon Lake, Ohio 5401 So. Federal Hwy, Fort Pierce 610 So. 9th St., Fort Pierce 5501 S~o Federal Hwy, Fort Pierce Mr. Taylor and Mr. Kendall were present at the hearing. They own the Garden State Motel which is located on the property described. The present R-lC zoning gives the motel a non-conforming status . They would like to enlarge at least one of the units and, perhaps, construct a utility building, and for this reason are asking B-3 zoning. There is plenty of land for additional construction. A note was read from Mr. John McCormack, adjacent property owner, stating he favored the change to B-3. There was no opposition to the petition. Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Gorham that approval of the petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because this would be an exten- sion of existing B-3 zoning and petitioners should be in a position to maintain and develop their property. Vote on the motion was polled, as follows: Ayes - Stebbins, Hallam, Weatherington, Gorham, Gates and Jennings. Nayes - none. In the course of the Hearing, a Rezoning Check List, prepared by the Regional Planner, was read, as follows: A. COMPREHENSIVENESS YES NO Is the proposed change contrary to the established land use pattern? Comment: Land has been subdivided for residential development, however, area is mostly vacant and commercial is abutting on West. X e e Would the proposed change create an isolated district unrelated to adjacent and nearby districts, i.e~, is this "spot" zoning? Would the proposed change materially alter.-the pop-- ulation density pattern and thereby increase the load on public facilities? (schools, sewers, etc.) X X e Are present district boundaries illogically drawn in relation to the existing conditions on this property? X Se Would the proposed change be contrary to the proposed Land Use Plan? Comment: Area is proposed for residential development. X B. CHANGED CONDITIONS Do changed or changing conditions in the area make the passage of this amendment necessary? X C. PUBLIC WELFARE Will the proposed ch;ange adversely influence living conditions in the neighorhood? X Will the proposed change create or excessively increase traffic congestion or otherwise effect public safety? X e Se Will the proposed change create a drainge problem? Will the proposed change seriously reduce light and air to adjacent areas? Will the proposed change adversely affect property values in adjacent, areas? Comment: Many of the uses permitted in B-3 Dis- trict would be detrimental to residential development. X X X e Will the proposed change be a deterrent to the improvement or development of adjacent property in accord with existing regulations. Comment: Very possible because of uses permitted in B-3. X June 26, 1969 (cont) YES NO Will the proposed change constitute a grant of a special privilege to an individual as con- trasted to the general welfare: Comment: Cannot justify the benefits to be received by the general public if rezoned B-3. D. REASONABLENESS Are there substantial reasons why the property cannot be used in accord with existing zoning? Is the change requested out of sale with the needs of the neighborhood? Comment: Area is best served with residential development. Conceivalbe that neighborhood serving commercial could be developed to serve area at later date. Is it impossible to find ~o~her adequate sites for the proposed use in districts already permit- ting such use? Do not know what the proposed use is. X X X PUBLIC HEARING Petition of Merriweather Investment Company, Inc.'for a change .in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family dwelling) to R-2 (duplex dwelling), for the following described property: Ail of Merriweather Park Subdivision as recorded in Plat Book 6, page 16, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: Calvary Baptist Church Eugene Perry Harold Neuschwander Jack Storey Elinda Hunter Lee Hunter Murphy Shaver M. D. Donohue Roland E. Enders Carl Wild John Browning Geo. Lambert Catherine R. Carlile Harold T. Casterton R. C. Schwieterman H. E. Joyner Durrell Hobbs James B. Aune L. G. Gongaware Stephen Williams Geo. A. Simon, Tr. Richard Hough Billy Cecil Carter Maurice Durkin Warren Harden James W. Farmer Midwest Mortgage Co. James L. Lane Virginia Daly Earl Bovat Jesse Harris & Annie E. Tutor Jos. Hamilton, Jr. David Sullivan Edmar, Inc. Judith Pierce Maryland Ave. & Lee St., W., Charleston, ~.Va. 716 Wynoke St., Ironton, Ohio Rt. 4, Box 853, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 855, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 856, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 856, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 857, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 858, Fort Pierce 5200 Citrus Ave., Fort Pierce p 0 Box 3058, Fort Pierce 926 Chestnut Ave., Tallahassee, Fla. Rt. 4, Box 902, Fort Pierce 818 S. LaGrange Rd., LaGrange, Ill. Rt. 4, Box 908, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 900, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 903, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 910, Fort Pierce 720 No. Star Center, Minneapolis, Ind. 805 No. 4th St., Fort Pierce 141 Banyan Dr., Fort Pierce 901 Ainsley Bldg., Miami, Fla. 2721 So. 27th St., Fort Pierce 2727 So. 27th St., Fort Pierce 1025 Kees Rd., Lexington, Ky. 2713 So. 26th St., Fort Pierce 2717 So. 26th St., Fort Pierce P 0 Box 591, Miami, Fla. 2725 So. 26th St., Fort Pierce 2729 So. 26th St., Fort Pierce 2728 So. 27th St., Fort Pierce 2720 So. 27th St., Fort Pierce 2716 So. 27th St., Fort Pierce 2712 So. 27th St., Fort Pierce 4042 Greenwood Dr., Fort Pierce 1306 29th Ave., Vero Beach June 26, 1969 (cont) Mr. Joseph Peoni, Pres., Merriweather Investment Company, Inc. stated three houses are presently under construction in Section I. Plans to have one section South of Cortez Blvd. for duplexes only. There is a demand for this type construction. Has asked for B-2 zoning for the entire subdivision because he may want to mix single-family homes and duplexes in some areas. All homes, single-family or duplexes, will be sold. Mrs. Durrell Hobbs inquired what advantages were in R-2 'zoning as against R-lC. In response, the chairman read the Rezoning Check List prepared by the Regional Planner, as follows: ne COMPREHENSIVENESS e Is the proposed change contrary to the established land use pattern? Would the proposed change create an isolated distric% unrelated to adjacent and nearby districts, i.e., is this "spot" zoning? Comment: Unrelated to existing development which is all single family. 0 Would the proposed change materially alter the population density pattern and thereby increase the load On public facilities (schools, streets, etc.)? Are present district boundaries illogically drawn in relation to the existing conditions on this Property? Se Would the proposed change be contrary to the proposed Land Use Plan? B. CHANGED CONDITIONS Ce Do changed or changing conditions in the area make the passage of this amendment necessary? PUBLIC WELFARE Will the proposed change adversely influence living conditions in the neighborhood? o Will the Proposed change create or excessively increase traffic congestion or otherwise ~ffect public safety? 3. Will this proposed ch ange create a drainage problem? e Will the proposed change seriously reduce light and air to adjacent areas? 0 Will the proposed change adversely affect property values in adjacent area? 0 Will the proposed change be a deterrent to the im- provement or development of adjacent property in accord with existing regulations? e Will the proposed change constitute a grant of a special privilege to an individual as contrasted to the general welfare? D. REASONABLENESS Are there substantial reasons why the property can- not be used in accord with existing zoning? e Is the change requested out of scale with the needs of the neighborhood? e Is it impossible to find other adequate sites for the proposed use in districts already permitting such use? YES NO X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X x Mr. James Sneed asked about size of lots, since the platted lots average 50 ft. in width. Mr. Peoni advised the ~t lot will some will be as large as 96 ft. Mr2 Thomas added th. 75 ft, but Mr. Peoni can utilize larger'lots as he desires. Mrs. Hobbs inquired about parking facilities. Mr. Thomas replied thatone parking space per unit would be r~qquired for the duplexes; that duplexes are not considered as apartments and parking would not be required as for apartment buildings. Mrs. Hobbs commented that she is not'against duplex construction but she is against anything "jerry-built". Jack Scott present on behalf of his mother who owns property to the South. Feels this area has a potential for high-class residential c~nstruction, and he opposed the lowering of zoning classification. Mrs. Enders stated she and her husband have 10 acres adjacent. ~i~d R!anned for a very high-type home and is very upset about theproposed duplex' construction, feeling sure they would downgrade all surrounding property for future development. (Mr. Com~s, Eomm~ssion member, arrived) Mr, Geo. Lambert spoke against the petition. Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. Weatherington, that the petition be tabled until the next meeting of the Commission, giving everyone an opportunity to view the property. Motion carried. PUBLIC HEARING Petition of James A. Duvall for a chang~ in zoning classification, from A-1 (agriculture) to B-4 (general business), for the following described property: West 135 ft. of East 150 ft. of S~ of SW¼ of NE¼ of NE~, less S. 33 ft. for Edwards Road r/w, in Section 30, Township 35 South, Range 40 East, St. Lueie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same was sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: F-W-M, Inc. Chester L. Ketchem Est. J. W. Harris Margaret Rogers Francis D. McCray Henry H. Gibson Rt. 4, Box 1676, Stuart, Florida c/o Edna Brown, East Marion, N.Y. Edwards Road, Fort Pierce Rt. 4, Box 310, Fort Pierce' 834 E1 Prado St., West Palm Beach Rt. 4, Box 280, Fort Pierce Mr. Duval stated he bought the garage located on the property a~ an operating business and then, later, learned the business was non-conforming. M~. Duval has no plans at present for the business, except to clean it up. Future development of Edwards Road was discussed. Mr. Jennings pointed out that at the present time it has almost everything, from dwellings, to mobile homes, to an upholstery business, etc. and, since A-1 is a holding classification, B-4 would up-grading. Further, continued increased use of E~wards Ro~d Wo~ld make it less desirable for residential purposes. Mr. Hallam said he could agree with Mr. Jennings on that por%ion of the Road East of 25th Street but West of 25th it is a different story. Mr. Hallam further stated that if denying the petition would mean a tremendous hardship for petitioner he would vote to grant the petition bu~ he can continue the business as a non-conforming use. Commended petitioner for cleaning ~the place up. Moved by Mr. Combs, seconded by Mr. Weatherington that denial of ~ the petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because petitioner's business is surrounded by residences and he can continue to operate the business as it is. Vote on the motion was polled, as follows: Ayes - Gorham, Gates, Weatherington, Hallam, Stebbins, Combs. Nayes - Jennings. The Regional Planner prepared a Rezoning Check List for this~petition, as follows: June 26, 1969 (cont) A. COMPREHENSIVENESS q 1. Is the proposed change contrary to the established land use pattern? Comment: Area predominately residential. 2. Would the proposed change create an isolated district unrelated to adjacent and nearby districts, ie, is this "spot" zoning? m Would the proposed change materially alter the pop- ulation density Pattern and thereby increase the load on public facilities (schools, sewers, etc.) ? Are present district boundaries illogically drawn in relation to the existing conditions on this property? Would the proposed change be contrary to the proposed Land Use Plan? Comment: Proposed for resident~l. B. CHANGED CONDITIONS: Do changed or changing conditions in the area make the passage of this amendment necessary? C. PUBLIC WELFARE Will proposed change adversely influence living con- ditions in the neighborhood? Comment: Garage and body shop not compatible with residences. o Will the proposed change create or excessively increase traffic congestion or other affect public safety? 3. Will this proposed change create a drainage problem? e Will the proposed change seriously reduce light and air to adjacent areas? Sm Will the proposed change adversely affect property values in adjacent area? Will the proposed ct%~nge be a deterrent to the im- provement or development of adjacent property in accord with existing regulations? e Will the proposed change constitute a grant of a special privilege to an individual as contrasted to the general welfare? D. REASONABLENESS Are there substantial reasons why the property can not be used in accord with existing zoning? e Is the change requested out of scale with the needs of the neighborhood or the City? e Is it impossible fo find other adequate sites far the proposed use in districts already permitting such use? YES x x x x x x x x x x x x Xe x x x NO i98 PUBLIC HEARING. Petition of Perry Boswell, Jr. for a change in zoning classification, from R-lC (one-family dwelling) and R-4 (moteland hotel) to A-1 (agriculture), for the following described property: PARCEL NO. 1 Ail of the land lying South of a line running from East to West from State Road A-1-A to the Indian River 3220 ft. South of and parallel to the NOrth line of Section 9, 10 and 11 in Township 34 South, Range 40 East, Stl Lucie County, Florida, and North of a line lying 207 feet North of and parallel to the South line of said Sections 10 and 11, said line being the North boundary of Lot 88 of Avalon Park Subdivision as recorded in Plat Book 1, page 187, as extended in a direct line to the East shore of Blue Hole Cut, a cove of the Indian River, EXCEPTING THEREFROM Parcel No. 2 here- inafter described. Change from R-4 (motel and hotel) to B-2 (limited business) : PARCEL No. 2 Beginning at the intersection of the South line of Lot 89 of Avalon Park Subdivision as recorded in Plat Book 1, page 187, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida, thence run West on said South line 162 feet to a point: thence Northwesterly and parallel to State Road A-1-A 200 feet to a point; thence run East parallel to the South line of said Lot 89, 162 feet to the West right of way line of State Road A-l-A; thence run South- easterly along said right of way line 200 feet to the point of beginning. Harold Beard of Wood, B~ard, Bell & Associates, Inc., Engineers, spoke on behalf of the prospective purchaser of the property, ultramar, Inc. The land lies about 3 miles North of Pepper Park and 1~ miles South of the Indian River county line. The entire tract extends from ocean to river, with 1911 ft. of ocean frontage. However, reqoning is requested for only that portion which lies West of A-l-A, where plans are to development a condominium camp site for travel trailers. The other portion of the tract, East of A-1-A will be developed with condominium apartments, and is presently zoned for this type development. Mr. Beard displayed drawings of theproposed camp sites and apartments f~r the beach area. West of A-1-A The estimated cost for the entire development/is $2,200,000. Taxes presently paid on the land are $3,973 and Mr. Beard estimated that, when developed, taxes would total a minimum of $35,000 yaarly. Fresh water will be purchased from the North Beach Water Company and sewage disposal plants will be constructed. This means water will be available to all other developers between th~s development and the Inlet to the SoUth. The condominium camp sites are being aimed at a middle class market, of families with' an average income of $10,000. People will be vacationers and will add nothing to costs of schools, etc. Ail power will be underground and a solid mass of hedge is planned for the West side of A-1-A so that the campsite will be completely invisible from the r®ad. A sketch of the entrance-wa~ was shown. Moved by Mr. Jennings, seconded by Mr. W~atherington that approval of this petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners because development of the North Beach is needed and there appears to be a demand for condominium ~mpsites. Vote was polled, as follows: Ayes - Combs, Stebbins, H~llam, Weatherington, Gorham, Gates and Jennings. During the discussion on the Boswell petition, a Rezoninq Check Sheet, prepared by the Regional Planner, was r~ad as follows: COMPREHENSIVENESS YES NO Is the proposed change contrary to the established land use pattern? Comment: No mobile home development within miles of araa. x 199 Would the proposed change craate an isolated district unrelated to adjacent and nearby districts, i.e., is this "spot" soning? e Would the proposed change materially alter the popula- tion density pattern and thereby ~h~ase the load on public facilities (schools, sewers, streets, etc.)? Comment: No population density pattern. Are present district boundaries illogically drawn in relation to the existing conditions on this property? Comment: Does not pertain because-area is all vacant. Sm Would the proposed change be contrary to-the proposed Land Use Plan? CHANGED CONDITIONS Do changed or changing conditions in the area make the passage of this amendment necessary? PUBLIC WELFARE Will the proposed change adversely influence living conditions in the neighborhood? 2. Will the proposed change create or excessively increase traffic congestion or other affect public safety? e Will the proposed change create a drainage problem? Comment: Provided adequate sewage facilities and drainage facilities are constructed. e Will the proposed change seriously reduce light and air to adjacent areas? Se 0 Will the proposed change adversely affect property values in adjacent area? Will the proposed change be a deterrent to the im- provement or.development of adjacent property in accord with existing regulations? e Will the proposed change constitute a grant of a special privilege to an individual as contrasted to the general welfare? Comment: Other areas are available for proposed development. REAS ONABLENE S S Are there substantial reasons why the property can- not be used in accord with existing zoning? e Is the change requested out of scale with the needs of the neighborhood or the city? e Is it impossible to find other adequate sites in the City for the proposed use in districts already permitting such use? YES NO X X X X X X X X X X X X X 200 June 26, 1969 (con~) PUBLIC HEARING E~ai~n Stebbins requested the Vice-chairman, ~ir. Jenn'tngs,' to take the chair. Mr. Stebbins withdrew from participation in this hearing because of a conflict of interest. Petition of J. Patrick Beacom for changes in zoning classification, as follows: Change from R-lC (one-family dwelling) to R-3 (multiple dwelling) all of Tract "B" of Taylor S/D, as 'recorded in Plat Book 9, page 12, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida, EXCEPT the West 325 ft. thereof. Change from R~lC (single-family dwelling) to B-3 (arterial business) the Easterly 125 ft. of the West 325 ft. of T~act "B" of Taylor S/D, as recorded in Plat Book 9, page 12, public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Prior to this public hearing notice of same has been sent by first class mail to adjacent property owners, as follows: C.. V. Padrick, Sr. Carl E. Helseth Albin Friland Claudia Summerlin Roberta F. Peed Robert Terry Raymond P. Lein Paul R. Hoskins Frank R. Buker Bertha Russakis George Holtsberg Julian W. Lowenstein Jessie Locascio Josephine Heddendorf Richard L. Cramer Annette Enterprises, Inc. James F. Grimes George J. Curran Chas. C. Lelly John R. Rohm Ida M. Brewer Willis E. Brewer Arthur D. Channing Lenora P. Backus Frank H. Samuel Victor E. Demorest Rudolph K. Raczkoski Louis E. Thomas Earnes Law 827 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce, Fla. P O Box 3~12, Fort Pierce 2731 Old Dixie, Fort Pierce 2801 No. ~ndian River Dr., Fort Pierce 2805 No. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce 2825 No. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce P 0 Box 403, Fort Pierce 706 So. 6th St., Fort Pierce 2930 No. Federal Hwy, Fort Pierce 112 Depot Dr., Fort Pierce Rt. 3, Box 447, Fort Pierce 1204 SE U. S. ~1, Vero Beach 1520 N. Andrews Ave., Ft. ~Lauderdale 1110 Beach Court, Fort Pierce 105 Atlantic Ave., Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 74, Ft. Pierce P 0 jBox 485, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 75, 'F®mt Pierce Rt. 2, Box 74, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 75-3, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 76, Fort Pierce Southport, Maine Rt. 2, Box 79, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 78, Fort Pierce Rt. 2, Box 77, Fort Pierce 2921 Old Dixie Hwy, Fort Pierce 3003 Ridgehaven Rd., Fort Pierce 2904 Anthony St., Fort Pierce 2018 Commerce Ave., Hero Beach Mr. Beacom stated that,-~f the requested rezoning is granted, a medium- sized, modern shopping center will be constructed on U. S. ~1 and a 60 unit con- valescent home will be constructed on Old Dixie Hwy. He showed a sketch of the proposed development. He pointed out this is the first time anyone has planned to bring shopping facilities North of Seaway Drive and, in his opinion, this con- venience is very much needed. Mr. and Mrs. Frank H. Samuel stated he have lived for 12 years just North of this property and they wanted to say how much a shppping center in the area is needed. The convalescent home is needed, also, to serve the many retireees in this area. There was no opposition to the petition. Moved by Mr. Hallam, seconded by Mr. Sorham that approval of the petition be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners since at the present time there is no shopping facility to serve people living North of the city and there is no doubt a need for more nursing home facilities. Vote was polled as follows: Ayes - Jennings, Gates, Gotham, Weatherington, Hallam and Combs. Not voting-Stebbins. Mr. combs left the meeting. Mr. Stebbins took the chair.