BoyntonBchCh2 CHAPTER 2. LAND DEVELOPMENT PROCESS
Article I. Overview.
Article II. Planning and Zoning Division Services.
Article III. Engineering Division Services.
Article IV. Building Division Services.
Article V. Business Tax Services.
Article VI. Impact and Selected Fees.
ARTICLE I. OVERVIEW
Sec. 1. General.
A. Purpose and Intent. The purpose and intent of this chapter is to consolidate the procedures and applications for development approval. The format is designed to allow users to quickly
and efficiently ascertain the various steps involved in the application process; from the pre application conference to final approval.
B. Definitions. See Chapter 1, Article II for definitions and acronyms relative to land development applications and processes.
C. Rules. The regulations and provisions of this chapter shall be interpreted to represent the minimum requirements adopted for the protection and promotion of the public health, safety,
morals, comfort, convenience, order, appearance, prosperity, or general welfare. In addition, whenever the word "district" is used, in this chapter it is construed to mean zoning district.
D. Severability. Should any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase, or other part of this chapter be declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, such
decision shall not affect the validity of this article as a whole or any article, section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase, or word thereof, other than that so declared
to be invalid.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10)
Sec. 2. Types of Land Development Applications.
A. Table 2 1. Applications by City Departments.
Legend:
HRPB: Historic Resources Preservation Board
P&Z: Planning and Zoning Division
P&D: Planning and Development Board
CRA: Community Redevelopment Agency
CC: City Commission
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APPLICATION TYPE
CODE SECTION
REVIEWING AUTHORITY (STAFF)
APPROVING AUTHORITY
PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED?
ARTICLE II. PLANNING AND ZONING DIVISION SERVICES
Standard Applications
Annexation
Art II, Sec. 2.A.
Director of P&Z
CC
Yes
Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Text
Art. II, Sec. 2.B.2.
City Initiated Only
Future Land Use Map (FLUM)
Art II, Sec. 2.B.3.
Director of P&Z
CC
Yes
Conditional Use
Art. II, Sec. 2.C.
Director of P&Z
CC
Yes*
Conditional Use Time Extension
Art. II, Sec. 2.C.6.
Rezoning
Art. II, Sec. 2.D.
Director of P&Z
CC
Yes*
Master Plan (New)
Art. II, Sec. 2.D.6.
Master Plan Modification (Major)
Art. II, Sec. 2.D.6.g.
Master Plan Modification (Minor)
Art. II, Sec. 2.D.6.h.
Director of P&Z
No
Sign Program
Art. II, Sec. 2.E.
Director of P&Z
Director of P&Z
No
Site Plan Review
Art. II, Sec. 2.F.
Director of P&Z
CC
Yes*
Site Plan Time Extension
Art. II, Sec. 2.F.6.
Site Plan Modification (Major)
Art. II, Sec. 2.F.7.
Site Plan Modification (Minor)
Director of P&Z
No
Vacation and Abandonment
Art. II, Sec. 2.G.
Director of P&Z
CC
Yes*
Planned Industrial Development (PID) Applications
Master Site Plan (New) PID Zoning District Only
Art. II, Sec. 3.A.
Director of P&Z
CC
Yes
Master Site Plan Modification, Major
Art. II, Sec. 3.A.6.
Master Site Plan Modification, Minor
Director of P&Z
No
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APPLICATION TYPE
CODE SECTION
REVIEWING AUTHORITY (STAFF)
APPROVING AUTHORITY
PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED?
Planned Industrial Development (PID) Applications (Cont'd)
Technical Site Plan (New) PID Zoning District Only
Art. II, Sec. 3.B.
Director of P&Z
Director of P&Z
No
Technical Site Plan Modification, Major
Art. II, Sec. 3.B.6.
Technical Site Plan Modification, Minor
Waiver
Art. II, Sec. 3.C.
Director of P&Z
CC
Yes
Relief Applications
Administrative Adjustment
Art. II, Sec. 4.A.
Director of P&Z
Director of P&Z
No
Community Design Appeal
Art. II, Sec. 4.B.
Director of P&Z
CC
Yes
Height Exception
Art. II, Sec. 4.C.
Director of P&Z
CC
Yes
Reasonable Accommodation
Art. II, Sec. 4.F.
Director of P&Z
Director of P&Z
No
Variance to Land Development Regulations
Art. II, Sec. 4.D.
Director of P&Z
CC
Yes*
Waiver
Art. II, Sec. 4.E.
Director of P&Z
See Site Plan Review
See Site Plan Review
Permit Applications
Sign Permit
Art. II, Sec. 5.A.
Director of P&Z
Director of P&Z
No
Zoning Permit
Art. II, Sec. 5.B.
Director of P&Z
Director of P&Z
No
Historic Preservation
Certificate of Appropriateness
Art. II, Sec. 6.A.
Director of P&Z
HRPB
Yes
Historic District or Properties Designation
Art. II, Sec. 6.B.
Director of P&Z
CC
Yes*
Historic Preservation Property Tax Exemption Application
Art. II, Sec. 6.C.
Director of P&Z
CC
Yes
Other Applications
Certificate of Conformity
Art. II, Sec. 7.A.
Director of P&Z
Director of P&Z
No
Lot Line Modification
Art. II, Sec. 7.B.
Director of P&Z
Director of P&Z
No
Mobile Vendor Approval
Art. II, Sec. 7.C.
Director of P&Z
Director of P&Z
No
Mobile Vendor Assembly
Art. II, Sec. 7.C.
See Special Events
See Special Events
No
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APPLICATION TYPE
CODE SECTION
REVIEWING AUTHORITY (STAFF)
APPROVING AUTHORITY
PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED?
Other Applications (Cont(d)
Modification to Development Order
Art. II, Sec. 7.D.
Director of P&Z
CC
Yes
Sidewalk Café Approval
Art. II, Sec. 7.E.
Director of P&Z
CC
No
Zoning Verification Letter
Art. II, Sec. 7.G.
Director of P&Z
Director of P&Z
No
ARTICLE III. ENGINEERING DIVISION SERVICES
Preliminary Plat
Art. III, Sec. 2.B.
City Engineer
City Engineer
No
Final Plat
Art. III, Sec. 2.C.
City Engineer
CC
Yes
Land Development Permit (LDP)
Art. III, Sec. 3.
City Engineer
City Engineer
No
Right-of-Way Permits
Art. III, Sec. 4.
City Engineer
City Engineer
No
Engineering Division Waiver
Art. III, Sec. 5.
City Engineer
City Engineer
No
ARTICLE IV. BUILDING DIVISION SERVICES
Building Permit
Art. IV, Sec. 2.
Building Official
Building Official
No
Sign Permit
Art. IV, Sec. 3.
Building Official
Building Official
No
Variance
Art. IV, Sec. 4.
Building Official
Building Board of Adjustment and Appeals
Yes
ARTICLE V. BUSINESS TAX SERVICES
Seasonal Sales Event Approval
Art. V, Sec. 3.
Business Tax Manager
Business Tax Manager
No
Special Temporary Sales Event Approval
Art. V, Sec. 4.
Business Tax Manager
Business Tax Manager
No
* Quasi-judicial proceedings are required pursuant to Part II (City Code of Ordinances), Chapter 2, Article I, Section 2-20.
B. Withdrawal. By written request, the applicant shall have the right to withdraw an application at any time prior to the final action of the application by the decision making body
or person.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10; Am. Ord. 11-002, passed 3-1-11; Am. Ord. 12 010, passed 6 19 12; Am. Ord. 12-016, passed 10-2-12; Am. Ord. 13-027, ( 2, passed 10-1-13; Am. Ord. 13-033,
( 2, passed 12-3-13; Am. Ord. 15 003, passed 3 17 15)
Sec. 3. Review Process for Applications Requiring Public Hearings, Generally.
This section generally describes the review process for land development applications requiring public hearings. The required plan(s), application(s), fee(s), and supporting document(s)
are dependent upon the type, character, and complexity of the proposed project or relief being sought.
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A. Staff Review. Each land development application that requires a public hearing shall be reviewed by staff to ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and regulations;
redevelopment plans; and the Comprehensive Plan's goals, objectives, and policies. Unless otherwise specified, the application shall be processed in accordance with the following actions:
1. Completeness Review. This section applies to any land development application in this chapter, unless otherwise provided for in the regulations for that specific application. No
review shall commence until the application is deemed complete by the reviewing authority.
2. Analysis and Recommendations. Staff comments and recommendations shall identify noncompliance and deficiencies with the standards and requirements of these Land Development Regulations
or any other applicable codes. During this informal procedure, staff comments and recommendations are forwarded to the applicant so that each issue can be completely resolved or adequately
addressed, as determined by staff, prior to Advisory Board review. An applicant may orally
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or in writing, challenge any staff comment or recommendation by contacting the issuing department directly and presenting specific grounds for the challenge. The issuing department
will either affirm or reverse its original comment or recommendation, but all such action shall be based on the provisions of appropriate codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, standard
drawings, redevelopment plans, or Comprehensive Plan. A staff comment becomes a recommendation when it is not based on a specific code, ordinance, rule, regulation, standard drawing,
redevelopment plan, or goal, objective, or policy of the Comprehensive Plan. Such staff recommendation becomes compulsory when it is approved as part of the conditions of approval and
development order by the applicable Advisory Board or City Commission.
3. Forward to Applicable Advisory Board. Upon conclusion of staff review, the Director of Planning and Zoning, designee, or reviewing authority will transmit the document with staff
comments and recommendations to the applicable Advisory Board for their review and recommendation.
B. Advisory Board Review.
1. Notification. The Planning and Zoning Division shall notify the applicant in writing, of the date, time, and location of the Advisory Board meeting. The applicant may opt to postpone
Advisory Board review by submitting a written request to the Director of Planning and Zoning, designee, or to the appropriate reviewing authority. In all instances, the applicant shall
be responsible to comply with the applicable public notice requirements of City Code of Ordinances Part II, Chapter 2, Article I, Section 2 20.
2. Action. The Advisory Board will consider all presented items, including the staff report, exhibits, and recommendations, in conjunction with any testimony or other information presented
at the meeting, and recommend that City Commission:
a. Approve the application;
b. Approve the application subject to conditions;
c. Table or defer their decision to a subsequent meeting in order to collect additional information or conduct further analyses; or
d. Deny the application.
C. City Commission Review. After the Advisory Board conducts its review and formulates a recommendation, the Director of Planning, designee, or reviewing authority will forward the
items to the City Commission for final review and approval.
1. Notification. The Planning and Zoning Division shall notify the applicant in writing, of the date, time, and location of the City Commission meeting. The applicant may opt to postpone
City Commission review by submitting a written request to the Director of Planning and Zoning, designee, or to the appropriate reviewing authority. In all instances, the applicant shall
be responsible to comply with the applicable public notice requirements of City Code of Ordinances Part II, Chapter 2, Article I, Section 2 20.
2. Action. The City Commission will review all presented items, including the staff report, exhibits, and recommendations, in conjunction with any testimony or other information presented
at all meetings, and vote to:
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a. Approve the application;
b. Approve the application subject to conditions;
c. Table or defer their decision to a subsequent meeting in order to collect additional information or conduct further analyses; or
d. Deny the application.
The action of the City Commission is the final decision.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10)
Sec. 4. Expedited Development Review Program.
A. Applicability.
1. Eligible Uses. New and expanding establishments in the following categories are eligible for expedited reviews for site plans (and related applications), building permit applications,
and required inspections:
a. Bioscience;
b. Medical or pharmaceutical research and development;
c. Aviation/aerospace/engineering;
d. Communications/information technology;
e. Business and financial services (non retail); and
f. Education related to the above industry clusters.
2. Economic Development. Establishments may also qualify for the expedited permitting program if the company is a sanctioned project by the State of Florida or other recognized economic
development organization (Florida Office of Tourism, Trade and Economic Development (OTTED), Enterprise Florida, or Business Development Board of Palm Beach County).
3. Affordable and Workforce Housing. Residential developments that provide affordable housing and workforce housing units, as defined in the city's Workforce Housing Ordinance, shall
be afforded expedited reviews for site plans, building permit applications, and required inspections.
4. Sustainable Development. Development applications for residential and commercial environmentally responsible buildings shall be afforded expedited reviews for site plans (and related
applications), building permit applications, and required inspections. The project must be registered with a nationally recognized green certification agency, including but not limited
to:
a. USGBC ( United States Green Building Council;
b. FGBC ( Florida Green Building Coalition;
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c. Green Globes;
d. NAHB ( National Association of Home Builders, National Green Building Standard; and
e. All entities that apply for this expedited review program shall provide a detailed explanation of how the project will advance the city's economic, housing, or environmentally responsible
goals.
B. Benefits of Program. Entities that have been accepted into the expedited permitting program shall receive the following benefits:
1. Point of Contact. The City Manager shall appoint a single point of contact at the city who shall have the responsibility of assisting the applicant throughout the development application
and permitting process;
2. Timetable. The Planning and Zoning Division, Building Division, Engineering Division of Public Works, and other applicable city departments shall establish the necessary steps required
for project approval and permitting in a pre application meeting and subsequently, within three (3) business days, prepare an optimal timetable for the project's completion of the development
and application review process;
3. Priority Review. The project shall receive priority at every phase of the review process by city staff, including face to face meetings as needed. However, public hearings are subject
to the availability of the relevant board and the decisions of such boards are not guaranteed to be made immediately. Therefore, to the extent possible, public hearing scheduling shall
be expedited if applicable to a particular development application;
4. Comments. Comments relative to review by the 1) Planning and Zoning Division Planning; and 2) Building Division shall be provided to the applicant within seven (7) business days
of the submission of a completed development application. The city and the applicant shall make a mutual commitment to provide all other development and permit application review comments
and corresponding revisions thereto in a thorough and timely manner;
5. Conflict Resolution. Should any issues arise at any point during the development application review and permitting process, the city will use the most expeditious means to resolve
the issue. A face to face meeting between city staff and the applicant's representatives, if necessary, shall be scheduled within three (3) business days of the applicant's notification
of the issues; and
6. Staff Report. A description of the benefit to the city, as defined in paragraph 4.e. herein, shall be included in the staff report for the project for the Advisory Boards and City
Commission meetings.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10)
Sec. 5. Green Building Program.
A. Purpose and Intent. The Green Building Program establishes procedures and incentives for the implementation of green building standards. The program is intended to encourage the
incorporation of green building practices into development projects. The program may be applied to any development within the city, including redevelopment projects and government initiated
development projects, submitted for city review.
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B. Government Leadership. To demonstrate the city's commitment to a green building program, the city shall comply with the Green Building Program established herein for all government
buildings pursuant to F.S. ( 255.2575(2), and
1. Track and report the city's annual water and energy use; and
2. Publish an annual report that outlines the city's energy and water use performance for the prior year and outline methodologies for potential reductions in keeping with the approved
Climate Action Plan initiatives.
C. Scope and Applicability. This program applies to all lands private and public within the city and the city owned well fields. The scope of its application shall be for development
approvals and building permits submitted for the voluntary green building program. Such plans and approvals shall be reviewed for compliance with the appropriate parts of the adopted
city's Comprehensive Plan and the land development regulations in addition to the requirements of the Green Building Program.
D. Incentives. The city shall provide the following incentives to encourage the use of this program and are hereby authorized:
1. Expedited Permitting. For any voluntary program participant, the city shall provide expedited review in accordance with Section 4 above as approved in Ordinance 09 024. All such
applications for expedited review shall be accompanied by the appropriate forms, evidence of a completed green building certification application according to the requirements of the
certifying entity, and proof of payment of the application fee required to process the application for certification. A city staff member shall be designated as project manager and shall
work in close contact with the applicant and certifying agent. The project manager shall oversee the expedited review of the project once formal plans have been prepared and submitted
to the city.
2. Fees and Tax Incentives.
a. Purpose and Intent. Within one hundred eighty (180) days of the effective date of this program, the city shall establish an incentive program to promote early adoption of green building
practices by applicants for new site plans and building construction permits for buildings regulated by this code. The incentive program shall be funded by funds deposited in the Green
Building Fund, subject to the availability of funds. As part of the incentive program, the city and/or the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency shall establish a property tax
incentive along with the Green Building Fee Incentive for Qualifying Green Building Program Projects, and may provide grant funding to help defray the costs associated with the early
adoption of the Green Building Program. Property tax incentives shall be incorporated into a developers agreement pursuant to the requirements of the Green Building Program.
b. Green Building Fund. There is established a fund designated as the Green Building Program Fund, herein referred to as "Fund," separate from the General Fund of the City of Boynton
Beach. All additional monies obtained in connection with the Green Building Fee (subparagraph "c" below) shall be deposited into the Fund without regard to fiscal year limitations and
used solely to pay the cost of operating and maintaining the Fund for the purposes contained in this subsection. All funds, interest and other amounts deposited into the Fund shall not
be transferred or revert to the General Fund of the city at the end of any fiscal year or at any other time, but shall continually be available for the uses and purposes set forth in
this section. The Fund shall be used as follows:
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(1) Staff salaries and operating costs to provide technical assistance, plan review, and inspections and monitoring of green buildings achieving certification through the Green Building
Program;
(2) Education, training and outreach to the public and private sectors on green building practices; and
(3) Incentive funding for public and private buildings as provided herein, including establishing a Energy Efficiency/Water Conservation Revolving Loan fund;
(4) Incentive funding for energy efficiency and water conservation efforts in city owned facilities pursuant to the city's GHGE reduction goal adopted in the Climate Action Plan.
c. Green Building Fee. A Green Building Fee, herein referred to as "Fee" is established to fund the implementation of this program and the Fund. Upon the effective date of this section,
the Fee shall be established by increasing the building construction permit fees in effect at the time in accordance with the following:
All building permits an additional fee of $0.00011 based on permit valuation.
d. Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Tax Increment Financing Funding. CRA Board approved tax increment finance funding incentive for projects within the CRA district participating
in the program incorporated as part of the city's developer's agreement, requiring proof of certification and annual reporting as outlined in the program.
3. Signage. The city shall allow the following bonuses to the currently allowed signage regulations:
a. One (1) additional temporary construction sign may be installed that notes that "This project is a City of Boynton Beach Green Building Project by [Company Name]." This additional
temporary construction sign must meet the standard dimensional requirements as set forth in Chapter 4, Article IV, Section 4.B.3.
b. The notation "City of Boynton Beach Green Building Project" may be added on the project entry monument signage. The additional sign area to include the city approved notation letters
and logo shall be a maximum of four (4) inches high by forty-two (42) inches wide. Additional sign area greater than that allowed by the land development regulations shall be permitted
for this notation only.
4. Marketing. For any program participant, the city shall provide the following marketing incentives, including but not limited to:
a. The inclusion of program participants on a webpage dedicated to the program;
b. The creation of promotional documents such as a program logo for a participant's advertisements or brochures; and
c. Press releases.
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5. Green Building Award. For the purpose of publicly recognizing outstanding commitment to the green building, the program shall provide for an award called the "City of Boynton Beach
Green Building Award" to be awarded annually by the city to one (1) program participant obtaining the most elective points and greatest annual energy reduction.
E. Certification Verification. The applicant shall provide documentation to the city verifying the authenticity of a project's green certification as outlined in the Green Building Program.
The program shall be subject to certification by a qualified third party.
F. Education and Training. The city, in conjunction with the ICC, FGBC, USGBC, GBI or other state or nationally recognized high performance green building rating system, may conduct
training workshops for the purpose of educating potential or current program participants about the program.
1. The city will attempt to make available a meeting space at a government facility for green building programs offered by organizations that are of a general nature (not product specific).
Organizations shall contact the facility's staff to make arrangements.
2. Development Department staff shall be encouraged to attend at least eight (8) hours of green building training annually.
(Ord. 11-014, passed 4-27-11)
Sec. 6. Development Orders.
The City Clerk or designee will record specific action by the Advisory Board and City Commission with respect to each staff comment or recommendation. The City Clerk shall also sign
and witness the completed record of the proceedings which then becomes the official and final development order.
For the purpose of the issuance of development orders and permits, the City of Boynton Beach has adopted level of service standards for public facilities and services which include roads,
sanitary sewer, solid waste, drainage, potable water, and parks and recreation.
Compliance with levels of service as stated in the Boynton Beach Comprehensive Plan is required. See Chapter 1, Article VI for additional regulations regarding the concurrency management
system.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10; Am. Ord. 11-014, passed 4-27-11)
Sec. 7. Revocation of a Development Approval.
Unless described otherwise in this article, the following procedures shall outline the revocation of a development approval:
A. Initiation. The Director of Planning and Zoning shall investigate alleged violations of imposed condition or conditions. The Director of Planning and Zoning shall determine whether
or not to terminate or suspend a development approval. If the Director of Planning and Zoning determines that a termination, or suspension, of a development approval is appropriate,
a recommendation, including the reason or reasons for their determination, shall be made to the City Commission who shall conduct a public hearing on the matter.
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B. Grounds for Revocation. The following are grounds for revocation of a development approval:
1. Misleading Information. The intentional provision of materially misleading information by the applicant (the provision of information is considered "intentional" where the applicant
was aware of the inaccuracies or could have discovered the inaccuracies with reasonable diligence); and
2. Noncompliance. The failure to correct any violation of any condition of a development approval within the time specified by the city and/or after notification from the city of violations
of the development approval.
C. Notice and Public Hearing. Notice of the hearing shall be provided to the development approval holder at least ten (10) working days prior to the hearing. Such notice shall be in
writing and delivered by personal service or certified mail and shall advise of the Director of Planning and Zoning's recommendation as well as the date and location of the hearing before
the agency.
D. Decision and Notice. The agency shall prepare a development order approving, approving with conditions, or denying the Director of Planning and Zoning's recommendation. The development
order shall contain findings that address the basis for condition or conditions that have been violated and the harm such violation has caused. In the case of suspension of the use,
the development order shall state the length of time such violation can be cured. In the case of a termination, the development order shall state the reason such violation cannot be
cured.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10; Am. Ord. 11-014, passed 4-27-11)
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ARTICLE II. PLANNING AND ZONING DIVISION SERVICES
Sec. 1. General.
A. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this article is to set forth uniform procedures, well defined application processes, and information to guide the processing of complete land development
applications that are administered by the Planning and Zoning Division. Each application is reviewed to ensure that:
1. Compliance. Development of individual sites within the city is consistent with all land development regulations and all other applicable standards and requirements set forth by the
city or other public entities having jurisdictional responsibility, prior to the issuance of a development permit;
2. Public Purpose. Development and supportive facilities and services further the public health, safety, appearance, and general welfare; and
3. Compatibility. Development is compatible and coordinated with existing and anticipated development in the immediate area surrounding the site.
B. Administration. The Director of Planning and Zoning or designee shall be responsible for the overall coordination and administration of land development applications within this
article.
C. Preapplication Conference.
1. Purpose and Intent. The purpose and intent of a preapplication conference is for staff and the applicant to collaborate and discuss the city's overall community goals, objectives,
policies, codes, and regulations. It also allows the applicant to receive information or a description of the relevant review procedures anticipated from each staff discipline, Advisory
Board, and City Commission. Opinions expressed at the conference are not binding for formal review purposes.
2. Applicability. A preapplication conference is required for the following types of applications:
a. Standard Applications.
(1) Annexation.
(2) Comprehensive Plan future land use map (FLUM) amendment.
(3) Conditional use.
(4) Rezoning.
(5) Sign Program.
(6) Site Plan, including modifications.
(7) Vacation and abandonment.
b. Planned Industrial Development Applications.
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(1) Master Site Plan, including modifications.
(2) Technical Site Plan, including modifications.
(3) Use approval.
c. Relief Applications.
(1) Community Design Appeal.
(2) Height exception.
(3) Variance to Land Development Regulations.
d. Other Applications.
(1) Mobile vending unit (MVU).
(2) Wireless communication facilities (WCF).
D. Submittal Requirements. Unless otherwise contained herein, all application forms described in this article shall be approved by resolution and maintained by the Planning and Zoning
Division. In order for an application to be considered, the complete application must be submitted to the Planning and Zoning Division. When submitted for review, it shall be accompanied
by all documentation required by the respective application checklist.
E. Completeness. If the application is not complete, it shall not be subject to further review until all identified deficiencies have been remedied. The Director of Planning and Zoning
or designee may rule that certain items are not required for the review to commence. A determination of completeness shall not constitute a determination of compliance with the substantive
requirements of the Comprehensive Plan, the Land Development Regulations, or any other applicable codes.
F. Fees. Fees shall be paid at the time each type of land development application is submitted, according to the fee schedule approved by the City Commission.
G. Terms and Definitions. See Chapter 1, Article II for all applicable terms and definitions which pertain to the applications and processes contained herein.
H. Quasi Judicial Hearings. See City Code of Ordinances Part II, Chapter 2, Article I, Section 2 20 for the types of land development applications regulated under this article that
require quasi judicial hearings.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10)
Sec. 2. Standard Applications.
A. Annexation.
1. General.
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a. Voluntary Annexations. A privately initiated application for the voluntary annexation of real property into the corporate limits of the city shall be made by petition of all owners
of said real property and filed in accordance with the provisions of F.S. Chapter 171.
b. Other Annexation Methods. These city initiated methods include annexation by referendum, annexation of enclaves through interlocal agreements, and annexation through interlocal service
boundary agreements, processed in accordance with F.S. Chapter 171.
c. Future Land Use Map (FLUM) and Zoning of Property to be Annexed. Application for the city FLUM classification and zoning district must accompany all privately initiated applications
for annexation. FLUM reclassification and rezoning for developed properties to be annexed through any of the city initiated methods listed in subparagraph b. above, may be delayed if
no application for building or site improvements is submitted prior to the adoption of the annexation ordinance; however, such reclassification and rezoning must be initiated within
six (6) months of the annexation.
2. Submittal Requirements. See Section 1.D. above for the submittal requirements of this application.
3. Review Criteria.
a. Compliance with Statutory Requirements. Areas proposed for annexation must comply with the requirements in F.S. Chapter 171.
b. Consistency with Comprehensive Plan. An application for annexation shall be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
4. Approval Process. An application for annexation requires two (2) advertised public hearings and shall be processed in accordance with Chapter 2, Article I, Section 3 and comply with
F.S. Chapter 171.
B. Comprehensive Plan Amendments.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this subsection is to provide a means for amending the city's Comprehensive Plan in accordance with F.S. Chapter 163.
b. Authority. The City Commission has the authority to amend the Comprehensive Plan upon compliance with the provisions of F.S. Chapter 163 and of this subsection. The City Commission
has designated itself as the Local Planning Agency (LPA) for the city.
c. Types of Amendments. Amendments to the Comprehensive Plan include text amendments and site specific amendments to the future land use map (FLUM).
2. Text Amendment. A text amendment to the Comprehensive Plan shall only be initiated by the city.
3. Future Land Use Map (FLUM) Amendment.
a. General.
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(1) The purpose of this subsection is to provide a means for changing the boundaries and/or classifications of the FLUM through site specific amendments to the Comprehensive Plan.
(2) A request for FLUM amendment shall be considered either large scale or small scale, based on F.S. Chapter 163.
(3) Applications for large scale FLUM amendments shall not be submitted more than two (2) times during any calendar year, except for those applications exempted by F.S. Chapter 163.
(4) All privately initiated FLUM amendments shall be accompanied by an application to rezone to a zoning district consistent with the requested FLUM classification. See Section 2.D.
below for the process by which lands are rezoned to a different zoning district.
b. Submittal Requirements. See Section 1.D. above for the submittal requirements of this application.
c. Review Criteria. All privately initiated FLUM amendments shall be reviewed concurrently with the accompanying zoning request. Approval of a FLUM amendment/zoning request shall be
based on one (1) or more of the following factors:
(1) Demonstration of Need. A demonstration of need may be based upon changing conditions that represent a demand for the proposed land use classification and zoning district. Appropriate
data and analysis that adequately substantiates the need for the proposed land use amendment and rezoning must be provided within the application.
(2) Consistency. Whether the proposed FLUM amendment and rezoning would be consistent with the purpose and intent of, and promote, the applicable Comprehensive Plan policies, redevelopment
plans, and Land Development Regulations. Approvals of requests to rezone to a planned zoning district may include limitations or requirements imposed on the master plan in order to
maintain such consistency.
(3) Land Use Pattern. Whether the proposed FLUM amendment and rezoning would be contrary to the established land use pattern, or would create an isolated zoning district or an isolated
land use classification unrelated to adjacent and nearby classifications, or would constitute a grant of special privilege to an individual property owner as contrasted with the protection
of the public welfare. This factor is not intended to exclude FLUM reclassifications and rezonings that would result in more desirable and sustainable growth for the community.
(4) Sustainability. Whether the proposed FLUM amendment and rezoning would support the integration of a mix of land uses consistent with the smart growth or sustainability initiatives,
with an emphasis on 1) complementary land uses; 2) access to alternative modes of transportation; and 3) interconnectivity within the project and between adjacent properties.
(5) Availability of Public Services/Infrastructure. All requests for FLUM amendments shall be reviewed for long term capacity availability at the maximum intensity permitted under the
requested land use classification. An accompanying request to rezone to a planned zoning district is subject to concurrency review pursuant to Chapter 1, Article VI, Concurrency.
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(6) Compatibility. The application shall consider the following factors to determine compatibility:
(a) Whether the proposed FLUM amendment and rezoning would be compatible with the current and future use of adjacent and nearby properties, or would negatively affect the property values
of adjacent and nearby properties.
(b) Whether the proposed FLUM amendment and rezoning is of a scale which is reasonably related to the needs of the neighborhood and the city as a whole.
(7) Alternative Sites. Whether there are adequate sites elsewhere in the city for the proposed use in zoning districts where such use is already allowed.
d. Approval Process. An application for FLUM amendment shall be processed in accordance with F.S. Chapter 163.
e. Denial. No application for the same FLUM amendment shall be submitted within one (1) year from the date of denial by the City Commission.
C. Conditional Use, Including Time Extension.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose and intent of this subsection is to set forth uniformed procedures, well defined application processes, and information to guide the review of conditional
use submittals. In addition to that described in this section, it is also the intent to provide for separate submittal requirements and expedited review process for those conditional
uses that qualify as a sustainable development and meets the intent of the city's green building initiatives.
b. Applicability. The procedures, requirements, and standards of this section shall apply to any use that is identified with a "C" in the use matrix (Table 3 28) of Chapter 3, Article
IV, Section 3.D.
c. Terms and Definitions. As defined by Chapter 1, Article II, a use that because of special requirements or characteristics may be allowed in a particular zoning district, but only
with conditions as necessary to make the use compatible with other uses permitted in the same zone or vicinity.
d. Rules. For the purpose of this subsection, a "site plan" shall be construed to include either a new site plan or a major site plan modification.
e. Use Matrix. Conditional uses are identified with a "C" in the use matrix (Table 3 28). See Chapter 3, Article IV, Section 3.C. for the legend of the use matrix.
2. Submittal Requirements. The submittal requirements and process for this type of application will vary depending on whether the request is for use approval only or use approval in
connection with improvements requiring site plan review (e.g. construction of new building, modifications to existing building or site, etc.). See subsection 1.D. above for the submittal
requirements of this application.
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3. Review Criteria. See Chapter 3, Article IV, Section 4 for the review standards applicable to the evaluation of conditional uses, which will vary depending on whether the request
is for use approval only or use approval in connection with improvements requiring site plan review (e.g. construction of new building, modifications to existing building or site, etc.).
In instances when site plan review is required, the review criteria of Section 2.F.3. below shall also apply.
4. Approval Process. The Planning and Development Board and City Commission shall consider only such conditional uses as are authorized under the terms of the zoning regulations of
Chapter 3. An application for conditional use approval requires review by the City Commission and shall be processed in accordance with Chapter 2, Article I, Section 3. The Commission,
upon recommendation of the Board, may grant conditional uses absolutely or conditioned upon the faithful adherence to the review criteria contained in Section 2.C.3. above. The Commission
may also deny requests for conditional uses when not in harmony with the intent and purpose of this section.
5. Expiration. The applicant shall secure a business tax receipt within the time frame established by the City Commission. The conditional use shall expire if the applicant is unable
to secure a business tax receipt within that timeframe; however, if the conditional use was approved in connection with a site plan, then the expiration of the conditional use shall
be the same as the expiration of the corresponding site plan in accordance with Section 2.F.5. below.
6. Time Extension. At its discretion, the City Commission may extend the approval of a conditional use that is in connection with site plan approval, if such request for extension is
filed prior to the date of expiration of the original approval period. In this instance, the request for extension shall be processed in accordance with Section 2.F.6. below.
D. Rezoning, Including Master Plan.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this subsection is to provide a means for changing the zoning district boundaries or designations through site specific amendments to the official
zoning map. It is not intended to relieve particular hardships or to confer special privileges or rights to any person, but only to make necessary adjustments in response to or based
upon changed conditions.
b. Authority. The City Commission has the authority to amend the official zoning map upon compliance with the provisions of this subsection.
c. Initiation. Amendments to the official zoning map may be proposed by the owner (or agent) of the affected land or city initiated.
d. Consistency with Future Land Use Map (FLUM) of Comprehensive Plan. No application to rezone lands may be submitted that would result in an inconsistency with the FLUM classification.
See Section 2.B.3. above for the process by which to amend the FLUM classification.
e. Rezoning to Planned Zoning Districts. A master plan, along with the concurrent filing and review of a site plan application, shall be required when an application is made to rezone
lands to a planned zoning district. The master plan shall be an integral component of the rezoning application and reviewed in accordance with Section 2.D.6. below. See Section 2.F.
below for additional regulations pertaining to the site plan application.
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2. Submittal Requirements. See Section 1.D. above for the submittal requirements of this application.
3. Review Criteria. An amendment to the official zoning map processed with or without the FLUM amendment shall be reviewed based on the following factors:
a. Demonstration of Need. A demonstration of need for the proposed zoning district and the land use classification. Appropriate data must be provided within the application.
b. Consistency. Whether the proposed rezoning/FLUM amendment would be consistent with the purpose and intent of the applicable Comprehensive Plan policies, Redevelopment Plans, and Land
Development Regulations. Approvals of a request to rezone to a planned zoning district may include limitations or requirements imposed on the master plan in order to maintain such consistency.
c. Land Use Pattern. Whether the proposed rezoning/FLUM amendment would be contrary to the established land use pattern, or would create an isolated zoning district or land use classification
unrelated to adjacent and nearby classifications, or would constitute a grant of special privilege to an individual property owner as contrasted with the protection of the public welfare.
This factor is not intended to exclude rezonings and FLUM amendments that would result in more desirable and sustainable growth for the community.
d. Sustainability. Whether the proposed rezoning/FLUM amendment would support the integration of a mix of land uses consistent with smart growth or sustainability initiatives, with
an emphasis on 1) complementary land uses; 2) access to alternative modes of transportation; and 3) interconnectivity within the project and between adjacent properties.
e. Availability of Public Services/Infrastructure. Requests for rezoning to planned zoning districts and FLUM amendments shall be subject to review pursuant to Chapter 1, Article VI
Concurrency.
f. Compatibility. The application shall consider the following compatibility factors:
(1) Whether the proposed rezoning and FLUM amendment, if submitted concurrently, would be compatible with the current and future use of adjacent and nearby properties, or would negatively
affect the property values of adjacent and nearby properties.
(2) Whether the proposed rezoning and FLUM amendment, if submitted concurrently, is of a scale which is reasonably related to the needs of the neighborhood and the city as a whole.
g. Direct Economic Development Benefits. For rezoning/FLUM amendments involving rezoning to a planned zoning district, the review shall consider the economic benefits of the proposed
amendment, specifically, whether the proposal would:
(1) Further implementation of the Economic Development (ED) Program;
(2) Contribute to the enhancement and diversification of the city's tax base;
(3) Respond to the current market demand or community needs or provide services or retail choices not locally available;
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(4) Create new employment opportunities for the residents, with pay at or above the county average hourly wage;
(5) Represent innovative methods/technologies, especially those promoting sustainability;
(6) Be complementary to existing uses, thus fostering synergy effects; and
(7) Alleviate blight/economic obsolescence of the subject area.
h. Economic Development Impact Determination for Conventional Zoning Districts. For rezoning/FLUM amendments involving rezoning to a conventional zoning district, the review shall consider
whether the proposal would further Economic Development Program, but also determine whether the proposal would:
(1) Represent a potential decrease in the possible intensity of development, given the uses permitted in the proposed land use category and/or zoning district; and
(2) Represent a potential decrease in the number of uses with high probable economic development benefits.
i. Commercial and Industrial Land Supply. The review shall consider whether the proposed rezoning/FLUM amendment would reduce the amount of land available for commercial/industrial
development. If such determination is made, the approval can be recommended under the following conditions:
(1) The size, shape, and/or location of the property makes it unsuitable for commercial/industrial development; or
(2) The proposed rezoning/FLUM amendment provides substantiated evidence of satisfying at least four (4) of the Direct Economic Development Benefits listed in subparagraph "g" above;
and
(3) The proposed rezoning/FLUM amendment would result in comparable or higher employment numbers, building size and valuation than the potential of existing land use designation and/or
zoning.
j. Alternative Sites. Whether there are sites available elsewhere in the city in zoning districts which already allow the desired use.
k. Master Plan and Site Plan Compliance with Land Development Regulations. When master plan and site plan review are required pursuant to Section 2.D.1.e. above, both shall comply with
the requirements of the respective zoning district regulations of Chapter 3, Article III and the site development standards of Chapter 4.
4. Approval Process. An application for rezoning approval requires review by the City Commission and shall be processed in accordance with Chapter 2, Article I, Section 3.
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5. Denial. Within one (1) year from the date of denial by the City Commission or withdrawal of the application by the applicant, no application for same or similar zoning may be submitted,
with the exception of applications which are initiated by the city.
6. Master Plan.
a. General. The purpose of this subsection is to set forth well defined application processes, review criteria, and uniform procedures for the rezoning of lands to planned districts
(as defined by Chapter 1, Article II).
b. Submittal Requirements. The applicant is required to complete the rezoning application (see Section 1.D. above), including that which pertains to master plan review, in addition
to the site plan application, and provide all documentation required by the respective application checklist.
When a project is to be completed in two (2) or more phases, more than one (1) phase may be included in a single site plan, or individual site plans may be submitted for each phase and
filed concurrently with the submittal of the master plan. The Director of Planning and Zoning may waive the requirement that all site plans be submitted simultaneously, provided that
the site plan for the first phase is representative of the subsequent phase(s) and adequate to show compliance with all applicable development standards and regulations.
c. Review Criteria. The master plan shall comply with the requirements of the respective zoning district regulations of Chapter 3, Article III and site development standards described
in Chapter 4. In addition, the site plan shall be consistent with the master plan. See Section 2.F.3. below for the review criteria of a site plan.
d. Approval Process. A request to rezone (and its accompanying master plan) shall be reviewed concurrently with the processing of the site plan application. Both applications require
review by the City Commission and shall be processed in accordance with Chapter 2, Article I, Section 3.
e. Expiration. A master plan, which is an integral component of a rezoning application to a planned zoning district pursuant to Section 2.D.1.e. above, shall remain valid unless the
corresponding site plan expires. In these instances, the official zoning map retains the planned zoning district designation, but the property does not possess a valid development order
or development permit, and no permits may be granted by the city on the subject property. The submittal and approval of a new rezoning application, which includes a new or modified
master plan, and concurrent site plan application shall be required in order to commence development, redevelopment, or other site improvements.
f. Modification to Master Plan. Changes to master plans are either "minor" or "major" based on criteria within this section. A pre application conference with staff is a prerequisite
to filing an application for modification. The site plan must be consistent with the master plan; therefore, any request to modify a master plan may require the submittal of a concurrent
request for site plan modification in accordance with Section 2.F.7. below. Staff shall consider the following factors in determining whether the proposed master plan modification is
considered "major":
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(1) The modification increases the buildable square footage (intensity) or number of dwelling units (density) by more than five percent (5%);
(2) The modification either adds or eliminates a point of ingress and egress;
(3) The modification eliminates, reduces, or changes the location of the required or provided open spaces and pedestrian plazas such that it diminishes their value, performance, efficiency,
effectiveness, practicality, or does not otherwise meet the intent of these Regulations;
(4) The modification causes the development to be below the development standard for the zoning district in which it is located or any other applicable standard in the Land Development
Regulations;
(5) The modification alters the project so that the modified master plan does not resemble the approved master plan;
(6) The modification affects or does not comply with a condition of approval of the preceding development order; and
(7) The modification is proposed to a city owned or operated facility and does not adversely impact adjacent properties and/or public lands.
g. Major Master Plan Modification.
(1) Submittal Requirements. See Section 1.D. above for the submittal requirements of this application.
(2) Review Criteria. The proposed master plan shall comply with the requirements of the respective zoning district of Chapter 3, Article III, and the site development standards described
in Chapter 4.
(3) Approval Process. An application for major master plan modification requires review by the City Commission and shall be processed in accordance with Chapter 2, Article I, Section
3.
(4) Expiration. There is no expiration of a major master plan modification.
(5) Miscellaneous. At the time the City Commission approves a request for a major master plan modification, any previously approved master plan, including any conditions of approval,
shall be null and void. All future development shall be consistent with the master plan, as modified and approved by the City Commission, including all corresponding conditions of approval.
h. Minor Master Plan Modification.
(1) Submittal Requirements. The applicant shall submit a letter explaining the modification(s) along with the master plan (in the number of copies specified by the Division). The applicant
shall also provide consent from the property owner to file an application for the minor master plan modification.
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(2) Review Criteria. The proposed master plan shall comply with the following: 1) all applicable conditions of approval of the preceding master plan; 2) requirements of the respective
zoning district of Chapter 3, Article III; and 3) the site development standards described in Chapter 4.
(3) Approval Process. The application shall be reviewed by staff and action will be taken by the appropriate administrative official. Upon approval of a minor master plan modification,
all future development shall be consistent with the master plan, as modified, including all previously approved conditions of approval associated with the master plan.
E. Sign Program.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose and intent of this subsection is to create a comprehensive and efficient process by which to review project signage within certain types of developments.
b. Applicability. Pursuant to Chapter 4, Article IV, Section 6, a sign program shall be required for all permanent types of signs proposed within non-residential and mixed use developments
containing multiple tenants. For the purposes of this subsection, a "site plan" shall be construed to include either a new site plan or a major site plan modification.
2. Submittal Requirements. See Section 1.D. above for the submittal requirements of this application.
3. Review Criteria. The sign program shall comply with the sustainable and green checklist, and the requirements of the site development standards described in Chapter 4.
4. Approval Process. The sign program shall be approved in accordance with site plan review (Section 2.F. below) or its equivalent.
F. Site Plan, Including Time Extension and Modifications.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this subsection is to set forth uniform procedures, well defined application processes, and information to guide the review of site plan submittals.
It is also the intent to provide for separate submittal requirements and expedited review processes for those developments that qualify as a sustainable development (as defined by Chapter
1, Article II, Definitions) and meets the intent of the city's green building initiatives.
b. Applicability. No building permits shall be issued for projects requiring site plan approval until after the plan has been approved by the city. The following work shall be required
to undergo site plan review as required by this section:
(1) All new developments;
(2) All modifications to existing development that expand floor area, require increased parking, intensify the use of a structure, or change the occupancy of a building;
(3) Exterior remodeling, alterations, modifications; or
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(4) Community gardens containing storage and/or agricultural structures that are greater than one hundred (100) square feet as provided for in the Supplemental Regulations (Chapter 3,
Article V, Section 3).
c. Exemptions. The following work shall not be required to undergo site plan review as required by this chapter:
(1) The construction of a single family home or a duplex;
(2) Interior renovations, except projects as specified in Section 2.F.1.b.(2) above;
(3) Installation of fire sprinklers;
(4) Replacement of existing electrical components;
(5) Installation of fire alarms; or
(6) Voluntary life safety responsive projects when endorsed by the Fire Marshal, Director of Development or Director of Planning and Zoning.
d. Waiver of Site Plan Review. Notwithstanding compliance with the concurrency regulations of Chapter 1, Article VI, the Director of Planning and Zoning or designee may waive the requirement
for site plan review based upon all of the following factors:
(1) The remodeling, alteration, or redevelopment does not change the preexisting appearance or configuration of the buildings or site;
(2) The remodeling, alteration, or redevelopment does not reduce emergency vehicle access to the buildings or site;
(3) The change of use would not represent an increase in the minimum number of required off street parking spaces;
(4) Compliance with the city's development regulations is maintained. The work shall be subject to site plan review in those instances when an applicant disputes a determination from
the Director of Planning and Zoning regarding compliance; and
(5) Any work, improvement, or modification to a developed site or building that meets the intent of the city's green building initiatives.
2. Submittal Requirements. See Section 1.D. above for the submittal requirements of this application.
3. Review Criteria. The site plan shall comply with the following: 1) requirements of the respective zoning district regulations of Chapter 3, Article III; 2) site development standards
described in Chapter 4; and 3) the best development practices in the sustainable and green checklist. See Section 2.D.6.c. above for additional regulations regarding the requirement
that the site plan be consistent with the master plan when rezoning lands to a planned zoning district.
4. Approval Process. An application for site plan approval requires review by the City Commission and shall be processed in accordance with Chapter 2, Article I, Section 3.
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5. Expiration.
a. General. Upon approval of a site plan by the City Commission, the applicant shall have eighteen (18) months to secure a building permit from the Development Department.
b. Sustainable Development. If approved as a sustainable development, the applicant for a sustainable project shall be required to secure a building permit in the time period in accordance
with Table 2 2:
(1) Table 2 2.
Property Size
(in square feet)
Number of
Dwelling Units
(Residential Only)
Time
Period
< 40,000 s.f.
< 80 du
3 years
> 40,000 s.f.
> 80 du
5 years
In addition, the applicant shall be required to submit an annual progress report to the Director of Planning and Zoning indicating the status of the project and any updates demonstrating
its completion. The city reserves the right to revoke the development order of any sustainable development after the initial eighteen (18) months if it is subsequently determined that
it is not a sustainable development. In these instances, the applicant may request a site plan time extension in accordance with Section 2.F.6. below.
c. Null and Void. All previous approvals shall be null and void if the applicant is unable to secure a building permit within the above timeframes. For the purposes of this section,
minor permits issued by the Departments of Development or Public Works (e.g. clearing and grubbing; walls and fences; docks, land development; utilities; etc.) shall not constitute the
type of permit necessary to extend the life of a development order for site plan review purposes.
6. Time Extension.
a. General. An applicant may request to extend the approval of a site plan for an additional time period, not to exceed eighteen (18) months, provided that such request for extension
is filed prior to the date of the expiration of the original eighteen (18) month period. For the purposes of the subsection, a "site plan" shall be construed to include either a new
site plan or a major site plan modification. There is no limit to the number of extensions that may be requested.
b. Submittal Requirements. See Section 1.D. above for the submittal requirements of this application.
c. Review Criteria. The site plan time extension shall comply with the requirements of the respective zoning district regulations of Chapter 3, Article III and site development standards
described in Chapter 4. In addition, the following information shall be used to justify an application for site plan time extension:
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(1) Are there any recently adopted amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, redevelopment plans, or Land Development Regulations that would cause the approved site plan in its current configuration
to become noncompliant?
(2) In determining good faith, some factors to be considered are the following: 1) the extent to which a land development permit (if applicable) has been applied for by the applicant
and/or approved by the Engineering Division; 2) when construction approved by such land development permit has occurred (construction which is commenced immediately preceding expiration
generally indicating a lack of good faith); 3) the extent to which there has been a bona fide continuous effort to develop but because of circumstances beyond the control of the applicant,
it was not possible to meet the time limitation; and 4) the applicant has applied for or secured any building permits, or other types of permits from external agencies, including anticipated
dates for the issuance of the aforementioned permits?
(3) Has the applicant paid any impact fees, including utilities or art in public places?
(4) Does the site plan comply with the concurrency requirements and of Palm Beach County and the city's Land Development Regulations?
(5) Other pertinent information can the applicant provide that would justify the request for site plan time extension?
d. Approval Process. An application for site plan time extension requires review by the City Commission and shall be processed in accordance with Chapter 2, Article I, Section 3.
e. Expiration. Upon approval of site plan time extension by the City Commission, the applicant shall have the time approved by the City Commission to secure a building permit from the
Development Department. All previous approvals shall become null and void if the applicant is unable to secure a building permit within the above timeframe.
f. Extension. The applicant may file a subsequent request for site plan time extension beyond that of the original extension; however, each subsequent request for site plan time extension
shall be valid for a time period not to exceed one (1) year. Each subsequent request for site plan time extension shall be filed prior to the expiration date of the preceding site plan
time extension period.
g. Miscellaneous. The original conditions of approval of the site plan are still applicable and must be addressed, unless otherwise approved by the City Commission. In granting such
extensions the City Commission may require modification to or impose additional conditions of approval to the site plan.
7. Modification to Site Plan.
a. General. An applicant may request to modify an approved site plan. Changes to site plans are either "minor" or "major" based on criteria within this section. The applicant shall
schedule a pre application conference with staff and bring the proposed site plan and any other affected plan or exhibit to the meeting. Staff shall consider the following factors in
determining whether the proposed site plan modification is considered "major":
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(1) The modification increases the buildable square footage of the development by more than five percent (5%); the threshold increases to ten percent (10%) if considered a sustainable
development and meets the intent of the city's green building initiatives.
(2) The modification reduces the provided number of parking spaces below the required number of parking spaces.
(3) The modification causes the development to be below the development standard for the zoning district in which it is located or any other applicable standard in the Land Development
Regulations.
(4) The modification has an adverse effect on adjacent or nearby property or reduces required physical buffers, such as fences, trees, or hedges.
(5) The modification adversely affects the elevation design of the structure or reduces the overall design of the structure below the standards stated in the community design plan.
(6) The modified development meets the concurrency requirements of the Boynton Beach Comprehensive Plan.
(7) The modification alters the project so that the modified site plan does not resemble the approved site plan.
(8) The modification affects or does not comply with a condition of approval of the development order.
(9) The modification is proposed to a city owned or operated facility and causes a de minimus impact to abutting and adjacent properties and/or public lands.
b. Major Modification.
(1) Submittal Requirements. See Section 1.D. above for the submittal requirements of this application.
(2) Review Criteria. The proposed major site plan modification shall comply with the requirements of the respective zoning district regulations of Chapter 3, Article III and site development
standards described in Chapter 4.
(3) Approval Process. An application for major site plan modification requires review by the City Commission and shall be processed in accordance with Chapter 2, Article I, Section
3.
(4) Expiration. Upon approval of a major site plan modification by the City Commission, the applicant shall have eighteen (18) months to secure a building permit from the Development
Department. All previous approvals shall be null and void if applicant is unable to secure a building permit within the above timeframe.
For the purposes of this section, minor permits issued by the Departments of Development or Public Works (e.g. clearing and grubbing; walls and fences; docks, land
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development; utilities; etc.) shall not constitute the type of permit necessary to extend the life of a development order for a major site plan modification.
(5) Extension. An applicant may request to extend the approval of a major site plan modification for a time period not to exceed eighteen (18) months, provided that such request for
extension is filed prior to the date of the expiration of the original eighteen (18) month period. The request shall be processed in accordance with Section 2.F.6. above.
(6) Miscellaneous. At the time the City Commission approves a request for a major site plan modification, any previously approved site plan, including any conditions for approval, shall
be null and void. All future development shall be consistent with the master site plan, as modified and approved by the City Commission, including all corresponding conditions of approval.
c. Minor Modification.
(1) Submittal Requirements. The applicant shall submit a letter explaining the modification(s) along with the affected plans and exhibits (in the number of copies specified by the Division).
The applicant shall also provide consent from the property owner to file an application for the minor site plan modification.
(2) Review Criteria. The proposed minor site plan modification shall comply with the requirements of the respective zoning district regulations of Chapter 3, Article III and site development
standards described in Chapter 4.
(3) Approval Process. The application shall be reviewed by staff and action will be taken by the appropriate administrative official. Upon approval of a minor site plan modification,
all future development shall be consistent with the site plan, as modified, including all previously approved conditions of approval associated with the site plan.
8. Miscellaneous.
a. Site plan review shall be required in conjunction with a master plan when rezoning lands to a planned zoning district. See Section 2.D.6. above for additional regulations pertaining
to the rezoning process. In such instances, the site plan shall be consistent with the master plan.
b. Staff may recommend as a condition of approval of a site plan for a development with multiple and/or components, that a Unity of Title among the parcels and/or components be required.
However, in cases where Unit of Title is a condition of site plan approval, this condition may be released under the following conditions:
(1) If the property is not owned by a single owner/entity the project as a whole, including its various components, is administered by a property owner's association with fee reserves
for property maintenance of at least six (6) months. For the purposes of this section, the term "reserves" means:
(a) Unless and to the extent that these fees are not provided by other associations, an account shall be maintained by the property owner's association (POA), separate and apart from
the POA's general operating account, for capital expenditures and deferred maintenance. The reserve account shall include, but is not limited to the amount
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necessary for routine maintenance of the common areas, and shall include but is not limited to building/structure painting, landscaping maintenance, storm water infrastructure maintenance,
and pavement resurfacing, regardless of the amount of deferred maintenance expense or replacement cost.
(b) The amount to be reserved shall be computed by means of a formula which is based upon estimated remaining useful life and estimated replacement cost or deferred maintenance expense
of each reserve item. The POA shall adjust replacement reserve assessments annually to take into account any changes in estimates or extension of the useful life of a reserve item caused
by deferred maintenance. Reserve funds and any interest accruing thereon shall remain in the reserve account or accounts, and shall be used only for authorized reserve expenditures.
(c) The POA shall provide the city with a copy of the annual POA finance report for a period of one (1) year from the date of issue of the last certificate of occupancy (C.O.) for any
structure/building on the project.
(2) The owners of the various components have executed perpetual cross access and shared parking agreements to the extent required by the approved site plan.
(3) A sign program approved by the city is in place that regulates all project signage in conformance with the city Land Development Regulations and is applicable to all components of
the project.
(4) The owners have agreed to the continued calculation of overall project density based on the entire project despite the creation of individual parcels with multiple owners.
G. Vacation and Abandonment.
1. General. The purpose of this subsection is to establish uniform procedures for the vacation and abandonment of city rights of way (e.g. street, alley, etc.), special purpose easements,
and other non-fee interests of the city. When approved for vacation and abandonment, the city relinquishes its interest in the above, based in part, on the finding that the subject
right of way no longer serves a public purpose. For the purposes of this subsection, a "site plan" shall be construed to include either a new site plan or a major site plan modification.
2. Submittal Requirements. See Section 1.D. above for the submittal requirements of this application.
3. Review Criteria. The vacation and abandonment of a right of way, special purpose easement, or other non-fee interest of the city shall be based on a demonstration that the above
interest no longer serves a public purpose and there is no encumbrance which would prohibit the clear transfer of ownership of such land. The following review criteria shall be used
to justify an application:
a. Access. Does the subject land provide a legal means of access to a lot of record, subdivision, or development? Would the vacation and abandonment cause or result in a permanent
stoppage, interruption, or an unacceptable level of service for the subject lot or on neighboring lots, subdivisions, or developments with respect to police, fire, or other emergency
services; or solid waste removal?
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b. Utilities. Does the subject land contain, support, or allow potable water, sanitary sewer, or any other utility (e.g. cable, telephone, electricity, gas, etc.), which would be permanently
stopped or interrupted, or cause an unacceptable level of service to the subject lot or neighboring lots, subdivisions, or developments?
c. Drainage and Wastewater Management. Does the subject land contain, support, or allow a legal means of drainage or wastewater management for such lot or on neighboring lots, subdivisions,
or developments, which would cause or result in a stoppage, interruption, or unacceptable level of service?
d. Conservation. Does the subject land contain, support, or allow the means for the conservation or preservation of flora or fauna?
4. Approval Process. An application for vacation and abandonment approval requires review by the City Commission and shall be processed in accordance with Chapter 2, Article I, Section
3. All applications shall be approved either by ordinance or record plat. The Planning and Zoning Division may reject the application if a similar application has been considered at
any time within one (1) year of the date the later application is submitted.
5. Allocation of Lands. The vacation and abandonment of city streets, alleys, utility easements, special purpose easements, canals, water bodies and other non-fee interests of the city
can be accomplished in several ways. The city's authority to accomplish this is derived from the Home Rule Powers Act (F.S. ( 166.011) as adopted by the state legislature via Chapter
73 129, as amended from time to time. Therefore, the city ordinance(s) control this issue.
There are several ways that vacation and abandonments can de delineated. The area to be vacated or abandoned can be divided equally with the adjacent property owners, or divided unequally
with the adjacent property owners. Curvilinear areas usually are divided equally amongst the property owners via the adjacent property line extensions. Irregular shape water bodies
are usually divided from property line extensions that are at right angles to the determined centerline of the water body. This is normally performed by a registered land survey (licensed
with the state) to determine the centerline of an irregular shaped water body and provide a "Map of Survey" of the determined centerline. This is also known as a "Specific or Special
Purpose Survey." The definition of a "Map of Survey" is a graphical or digital depiction of the facts of size, shape, identity, geodetic location, or legal location determined by a
survey. The term "Map of Survey" (Survey Map) includes the terms: Sketch of Survey, Plat of Survey, or other similar titles. "Map of Survey" or "Survey Map" may also be referred to
as "a map" or "the map." The common types of vacations or abandonments are as follows:
a. Equal Split. Typically, the process of vacation or abandonment is divided equally to be "allocated" to each adjacent property owner. This is the most equable way of elimination
of city ownership of a right of way, easement of special easement. Figure A below depicts this concept:
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b. Unequal Split. There are unusual circumstances that originally created a street right of way or a utility easement. Most notably, this is done by different deeds or adjoining record
plats that create the noted right of way or easement. When vacating or abandoning a segment of land created by such unusual input, the reversion of the land should be divided along
the common line that created the right of way or easement. Thus, the "allocation" to each adjacent property owner will be unequal, based on the instruments that created the original
right of way or easement. Figure B below depicts this mechanism:
c. One way Allocation. When right of ways or easements are adjacent to a quasi judicial entity (i.e., an interstate highway or regional roadway) or a transportation corridor (i.e.,
FEC R/R), the vacation or abandonment process tends to allocate said action to the adjacent property owner on one (1) side of the vacation or abandonment task. This is normally due
to no requirements to allocate any excess land to a quasi judicial entity or a transportation corridor that has not previously been required. Figure C below depicts this action:
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d. Equal Split on a Curvilinear Parcel. Generally, the process of vacation or abandonment is divided equally to be "allocated" to each adjacent property owner. This is done by extension
of those adjacent property lines extended to the longitudinal centerline of the curvilinear parcel. It should be noted that not all "allocated" parcels will be the same I size in that
those properties located on the inside of curvilinear portion will be slightly larger and those properties located on the outside of the curvilinear portion. Figure D below depicts
this action:
e. Irregular Water Body or Land Parcel. When an irregular configuration or land mass is to be vacated or abandoned, difference divisional characteristics are used. As a rule, a dimensional
meander or survey line may be used to create the longitudinal "centerline" of the parcel. This is
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usually performed by a registered land survey licensed with the state. This is plotted on a "Map of Survey" as defined previously, to reflect all existing property lines external to
the land mass to be vacated or abandoned.
Where said property lines are connected to the external edge of the land mass (or shoreline in water body cases), a connection is made to the determined centerline of the land mass (or
lake or stream) at right angles to the determined centerline. In general, this provides the best equitable division of the land mass (or water body) to the adjacent property owners.
Refer to Figure E below for this delineation:
f. Other. There are other ways to assign vacated or abandoned land mass components, right of ways or easements, but those noted above are the most commonly used when allocating vacations
or abandonments.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10; Am. Ord. 12 010, passed 6 19 12)
Sec. 3. Planned Industrial Development (PID) Applications.
A. Master Site Plan, Including Modifications.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this subsection is to set forth well defined application processes, review criteria, and uniform procedures for the development of lands designated
as mixed use pods within planned industrial development (PID) zoning districts.
b. Applicability. Pursuant to the PID regulations of Chapter 3, Article III, Section 6.B.8., the establishment of a mixed use pod shall require the concurrent approval of a master site
plan. This master site plan is the conceptual plan for the entire mixed use pod with which individual technical
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site plans and buildings are to be consistent. Technical site plans shall be reviewed and approved only after the City Commission approves the mixed use pod (hereinafter "master site
plan"). See Section 3.B. below for additional regulations pertaining to the technical site plan application.
2. Submittal Requirements. See Section 1.D. above for the submittal requirements of this application.
3. Review Criteria. The master site plan shall comply with the following: 1) the requirements of the PID zoning district of Chapter 3, Article III; 2) site development standards described
in Chapter 4; and 3) the best development practices in the sustainable and green checklist.
4. Approval Process. An application for master site plan approval requires review by the City Commission and shall be processed in accordance with Chapter 2, Article I, Section 3.
Upon approval of the master site plan at a public hearing, the city shall announce that the approval of a technical site plan is required prior to the issuance of any building permits
pursuant to Section 3.B. below; that the approval process for the technical site plan requires the review and approval of the technical site plan by city administrative staff; and that
the review and approval of the technical site plan does not require any additional public notices or hearings.
5. Expiration. The approval of a master site plan shall remain valid indefinitely.
6. Modification to Master Site Plan.
a. General. An applicant may request to modify an approved master site plan. Changes to master site plans are either "minor" or "major" based on criteria within this section. The
applicant shall schedule a pre application meeting with staff and bring the proposed master site plan and any other affected plan or exhibit to the meeting. Staff shall consider the
following factors in determining whether the proposed master site plan modification is considered "major":
(1) Changes to the previously approved minimum or maximum square footage of non residential uses by more than five percent (5%); the threshold increases to ten percent (10%) if considered
a sustainable development and meets the intent of the city's green building initiatives;
(2) Increases in height above that which has been approved by the master site plan;
(3) Increases in the maximum number of residential units as indicated on the master site plan;
(4) Elimination of principle open spaces and principle pedestrian plazas;
(5) Description of changes proposed to the approved architectural design whereby the proposed design is inconsistent with the approved design and that such changes results in a downgraded
elevation;
(6) Increases in degree of approved waivers;
(7) All other revisions to the master site plan include but are not limited to the following: 1) relocation of approved square footage; 2) conversion of square footage from one (1) component
to another (e.g. commercial to office); and 3) conversion from one (1) use to another shall be processed as a minor master site plan modification in accordance with Section 3.A.6.c.
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b. Major Master Site Plan Modification.
(1) Submittal Requirements. See Section 1.D. above for the submittal requirements of this application.
(2) Review Criteria. The proposed master site plan shall comply with the requirements of the PID zoning district and the site development standards described in Chapter 4.
(3) Approval Process. An application for major master site plan modification approval requires review by the City Commission and shall be processed in accordance with Chapter 2, Article
I, Section 3.
(4) Expiration. Approval of a major master site plan modification shall remain valid indefinitely. At the time the City Commission approves a request for a major master site plan modification,
any previously approved master site plan, including any conditions for approval, shall be null and void. All future development shall be consistent with the requirements and conditions
contained in the master site plan, as modified and approved by the City Commission.
c. Minor Master Site Plan Modification.
(1) Submittal Requirements. The applicant shall submit a letter explaining the requested modification(s) along with the proposed master site plan (in the number of copies specified
by the Division). The applicant shall also provide written consent from the property owner to file an application for the minor master site plan modification.
(2) Review Criteria. The proposed master site plan shall comply with the following: 1) all applicable conditions of approval of the preceding master site plan; 2) requirements of the
PID zoning district; and 3) the site development standards described in Chapter 4.
(3) Approval process. The application shall be reviewed by staff and action will be taken by the appropriate administrative official. Upon approval of a minor master plan modification,
all future development shall be consistent with the master site plan, as modified, including all previously approved conditions of approval associated with the master site plan.
d. Technical Site Plan Consistency with Master Site Plan. Modifications to master site plans that represent changes to the technical site plan will require the subsequent submittal
of a new technical site plan.
7. Miscellaneous. Staff may recommend as a condition of approval of a master site plan for a development with multiple and/or components, that a unity of title among the parcels and/or
components be required. However, in cases where unity of title is a condition of master site plan approval, this condition may be released under the following conditions:
a. If the property is not owned by a single owner/entity the project as a whole, including its various components, is administered by a property owner's association with fee reserves
for property maintenance of at least six (6) months. For the purposes of this section, the term "reserves" means:
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(1) Unless and to the extent that these fees are not provided by other associations, an account shall be maintained by the property owner's association (POA), separate and apart from
the POA's general operating account, for capital expenditures and deferred maintenance. The reserve account shall include, but is not limited to the amount necessary for routine maintenance
of the common areas, and shall include but is not limited to building/structure painting, landscaping maintenance, storm water infrastructure maintenance, and pavement resurfacing, regardless
of the amount of deferred maintenance expense or replacement cost.
(2) The amount to be reserved shall be computed by means of a formula which is based upon estimated remaining useful life and estimated replacement cost or deferred maintenance expense
of each reserve item. The POA shall adjust replacement reserve assessments annually to take into account any changes in estimates or extension of the useful life of a reserve item caused
by deferred maintenance. Reserve funds and any interest accruing thereon shall remain in the reserve account or accounts, and shall be used only for authorized reserve expenditures.
(3) The POA shall provide the city with a copy of the annual POA finance report for a period of one (1) year from the date of issue of the last certificate of occupancy (C.O.) for any
structure/building on the project.
b. The owners of the various components have executed perpetual cross access and shared parking agreements to the extent required by the approved master site plan.
c. A sign program approved by the city is in place that regulates all project signage in conformance with the city Land Development Regulations and is applicable to all components of
the project.
d. The owners have agreed to the continued calculation of overall project density based on the entire project despite the creation of individual parcels with multiple owners.
B. Technical Site Plan, Including Modifications.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this subsection is to set forth uniform procedures, well defined application processes, and information to guide the processing and review of technical
site plan submittals. It is also the intent to provide for separate submittal requirements and expedited review processes for those developments that qualify as a sustainable development
(as defined by Chapter 1, Article II, Definitions) and meets the intent of the city's green building initiatives.
b. Applicability. A technical site plan is required only in conjunction with the approval of a master site plan of a mixed use pod within a PID. See Section 3.A. above for additional
regulations regarding the master site plan.
2. Submittal Requirements. See Section 1.D. above for the submittal requirements of this application.
3. Review Criteria. The technical site plan shall be consistent with the corresponding master site plan and comply with the following: 1) any applicable conditions of approval of the
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applicable requirements of the PID zoning district; 3) the site development standards described in Chapter 4; and 4) the best development practices in the sustainable and green checklist.
4. Approval Process. Within ten (10) business days following staff review of a technical site plan, the Director of Development or designee shall take the following action: 1) approve
the technical site plan as submitted; 2) approve the technical site plan with staff conditions; or 3) deny the technical site plan. Once a development order is issued, the five (5)
day review period has elapsed, and all conditions have been satisfied, individual buildings on a technical site plan may be phased incrementally. Buildings allowed strictly through
the permitting process may not exceed the building envelope as shown on the approved technical site plan.
5. Expiration. Upon approval of a technical site plan, the applicant shall have two (2) years to secure a building permit. All previous approvals shall become null and void if the
applicant is unable to secure a building permit within the above timeframe. For the purposes of this section, minor permits issued by the Departments of Development or Public Works
(e.g. clearing and grubbing; walls and fences; docks, land development; utilities; etc.) shall not constitute the type of permit necessary to extend the life of a development order.
6. Modification of Technical Site Plan.
a. General. An applicant may request to modify an approved technical site plan. Changes to technical site plans are either "inconsistent" or "consistent" with the master site plan
based on criteria within this section. The applicant shall schedule a pre application conference with staff and bring the proposed technical site plan and any other affected plan or
exhibit to the meeting. Staff shall consider the following factors in determining whether the proposed technical site plan modification is considered "inconsistent" with the master
site plan:
(1) Changes which violate the project's previously approved minimum or maximum square footage of non residential uses;
(2) Increases in height above that which has been approved by the technical site plan;
(3) Increases in the maximum number of residential units as indicated on the technical site plan;
(4) Elimination of principal open spaces and principal pedestrian plazas;
(5) Changes to approved architectural design standards whereby proposed architectural design standards are inconsistent with approved architectural design standards;
(6) Increases in degree of approved waivers;
b. Inconsistent with Master Site Plan. Any proposed modification to a technical site plan that staff determines to be inconsistent with its corresponding master site plan shall require
the approval of a master site plan modification in accordance with Section 3.A.6. above, prior to the commencement of staff review on the subject technical site plan.
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c. Consistent with Master Site Plan.
(1) Submittal Requirements. The applicant shall be required to submit a letter explaining the proposed modification(s) to the technical site plan. The letter shall be accompanied by
the amended technical site plan (in the number of copies specified by the Division) illustrating the proposed changes. The applicant shall have consent from the property owner to initiate
the review of a minor technical site plan modification.
(2) Review Criteria. The proposed technical site plan shall comply with the following: 1) all applicable conditions of approval of the preceding technical site plan; 2) all applicable
requirements of the PID zoning district; and 3) the site development standards described in Chapter 4.
(3) Approval Process. The application shall be reviewed by staff and action will be taken by the appropriate administrative official. Upon approval of a minor technical site plan modification,
all future development shall be consistent with the technical site plan, as modified, including all previously approved conditions of approval associated with the technical site plan.
C. Waiver (Mixed Use Pod).
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this subsection is to provide an efficient relief process to allow for deviations from certain requirements and standards of Chapter 3 and Chapter
4 of these Land Development Regulations. The intent of this application is not to provide a means for circumventing any such requirement or standard but to allow for a departure from
the Code upon demonstration that the subject request satisfies the intent of the review criteria contained herein.
b. Applicability. The requested waiver shall be processed concurrent with the review of a master site plan unless otherwise determined by the Director of Planning and Zoning or designee.
The City Commission may waive or modify the requirements or standards that pertain to the following:
(1) Building setbacks;
(2) Drive aisle widths and parking dimensions;
(3) Perimeter buffer widths;
(4) Type and size of dwelling units;
(5) Parking space requirements;
(6) Internal landscape requirements; and
(7) Other waivers to the following: 1) PID zoning regulations of Chapter 3, Article III, excluding maximum building height; and 2) any site development standard described in Chapter
4 as necessary to further economic development, affordable and workforce housing,
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sustainable development and green building initiatives, and to support the uses that are eligible for the Expedited Development Review Program in accordance with Chapter 2, Article I,
Section 4.
2. Submittal Requirements. The applicant shall submit a letter that addresses the review criteria of Section 3.D.3. below, in addition to submitting any plans and exhibits required
by the accompanying master site plan or technical site plan, whichever is applicable.
3. Review Criteria. The applicant shall justify each waiver request as part of the application for master site plan or master site plan modification. The applicant shall document the
nature of the request, the extent of its departure from the standard regulation, and the basis for the request. The city may request additional information and documentation from the
applicant, such as a shared parking study, or other type of performance related analysis that further justifies the waiver request.
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4. Approval Process. An application for waiver approval requires review by the City Commission and shall be processed in accordance with Chapter 2, Article I, Section 3.
5. Denial. Upon the denial of an application for relief hereunder, in whole or in part, a period of one (1) year must elapse prior to the filing of the same or similar application affecting
the same property or any portion thereof; however, this restriction shall not apply to applications which further the city's economic development, workforce housing, or green building
programs.
6. Expiration. A waiver shall remain valid as long as the corresponding master site plan or technical site plan approval remains in effect, or unless there is any amendment to the original
waiver. Any amendment to the original approval shall require application for, and approval of, a new waiver.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10; Am. Ord. 12 010, passed 6 19 12)
Sec. 4. Relief Applications.
Each application for relief shall be considered unique and not set precedent for subsequent requests.
A. Administrative Adjustments.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this subsection is to provide an efficient relief process to allow for reductions in the minimum yard setbacks within certain conventional single family
residential zoning districts, in order to better facilitate and accommodate minor building additions, home expansions, and site improvements. The intent of this application is not to
provide a means of circumventing the minimum yard requirements of respective zoning districts but to allow for reductions that would have negligible impacts upon the subject site and
surrounding properties and represent compliance with the general intent of the city's zoning regulations.
b. Applicability.
(1) Principal Buildings. The administrative adjustment process to reduce minimum yard requirements for principle buildings shall be applicable to those single family and two family
dwelling units located in the R 1 AAB; R 1 AA; R 1 A; and R 1 zoning districts. See Chapter 3, Article III, Section 2 for additional regulations pertaining to administrative adjustments
within each respective district.
(2) Accessory Structures, Building Appurtenances, and Site Improvements. The administrative adjustment process to reduce setback requirements shall be applicable to the following:
(a) Private pump housing and equipment for swimming pools and spas in accordance with Chapter 3, Article V, Section 3.D.3.;
(b) Heating, ventilation, and air conditioner units (including compressors and condensers) in accordance with Chapter 3, Article V, Section 3.R.;
(c) Compost bins and tumblers in accordance with Chapter 3, Article V, Section 3.U.;
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(d) Generators and fuel tanks in accordance with Chapter 3, Article V, Section 3.T.; and
(e) Solar photovoltaic (PV) arrays that are erected or installed at grade (ground level) in accordance with Chapter 3, Article V, Section 3.W.
2. Submittal Requirements. The applicant shall submit a letter that addresses the review criteria of Section 4.A.3. below, in addition to the following items:
a. Proof of property ownership by petitioner(s), such as a deed or purchase contract agreement;
b. Justification statement detailing the need for the setback adjustment, including site constraints and restrictions, building orientation, and floor plan functionality (for applications
associated with the principal building);
c. Two (2) sealed surveys by a registered surveyor in the State of Florida, not older than six (6) months old, and illustrating the following:
(1) All property lines;
(2) North arrow;
(3) Existing structure(s) and paving;
(4) Existing ground elevation;
(5) Rights of way, including ground elevation;
(6) Easements upon or adjacent to the site;
(7) Legal description;
(8) Lot size [in acres, to the nearest one hundredth (1/100) of an acre]; and
(9) Location sketch of property.
d. Two (2) sketches, drawn to scale, and properly illustrating the following:
(1) Location of all existing structure(s) on property;
(2) Location and dimension of any new construction;
(3) Setback dimensions to all property lines;
(4) Location of, and dimensions to streets, alleys, and easements on or adjacent to the subject property;
(5) Floor plans of proposed addition(s) and of adjacent habitable space in the existing structure; and
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(6) Location, number and size of existing and proposed parking spaces on the property.
e. Photographs depicting the existing conditions on the property, area of the proposed addition(s), accessory structure, or site improvement, and the view(s) facing abutting or adjacent
properties.
f. For applications associated with the principal building, an affidavit from adjacent property owners or legal representative, which affirms that such owners have completely examined
the required plans and exhibits and have no objection to the subject request for administrative adjustment to reduce the yard setbacks as requested by the petitioner.
3. Review Criteria. In each application for administrative adjustment, staff shall review the proposed floor plan (for applications associated with the principal building), building
orientation, accessory structure or site improvement, and existing site constraints to ensure that the subject request would have negligible impacts upon abutting and surrounding properties.
Additionally, staff shall consider the established character of the neighborhood, massing of the subject building or proposed addition, and reasonableness of the subject application
to justify a reduction in the minimum required yard or setback, whichever is applicable.
4. Approval Process. The application for administrative adjustment shall be reviewed by staff and action will be taken by the appropriate administrative official.
B. Community Design Appeal.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this subsection is to provide a relief process that allows for deviations from specific build-to line requirements of Chapter 3, Article III and
any community design standard of Chapter 4 of these Land Development Regulations. The intent of this application process is not to provide a means of circumventing such standards but
to allow for flexibility, and alternative ways to meet the intent of the Code to yield high quality design, architectural detail, and visual interest without negative impacts to the
subject site or surrounding properties.
b. Applicability. This application shall be applicable to any requested deviation from specific build-to line requirements of the Mixed-Use Urban Building and Site Regulations (Table
3-4); Urban Commercial District Overlay Zone (Table 3-26); or any community design standard of Chapter 4 of these Land Development Regulations. The requested appeal shall be processed
concurrent with a site plan unless otherwise determined by the Director of Planning and Zoning or designee.
c. Rules. For the purposes of this subsection, a "site plan" shall be construed to include a new site plan, major modification, or minor modification.
2. Submittal Requirements. See Section 1.D. above for the submittal requirements of this application.
3. Review Criteria. In granting relief to any community design standard of Chapter 4, the City Commission must find that the subject appeal meets the intent of the affected standard,
does not diminish its practical application, and that an acceptable development product and/or design will result. The following review criteria shall be used to justify an application
for appeal:
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a. Whether the proposed request will demonstrate consistency with the Comprehensive Plan.
b. Whether the proposed request will not significantly detract from the livability or appearance of the city and will be consistent with the established or desired character of the area,
or with the redevelopment plan, where applicable.
c. On balance, whether the proposed request will be consistent with the purpose of the standard for which a deviation is requested. Granting the request will equally or better meet
the purpose of the standard to be appealed.
d. Whether the proposed request is intended to save or preserve existing trees or desired flora.
(1) Whether the applicant is unable to design or locate proposed buildings, structures, or improvements and preserve the tree(s) and comply with all provisions of these community design
standards without causing the applicant undue hardship; and
(2) Whether it is not feasible to transplant the trees to another location on the subject site considering the following: 1) shape and dimensions of the real property; 2) location of
existing structures and infrastructure improvements; and 3) size, age, health, and species of trees sought to be protected.
e. Whether the proposed request will have adverse environmental impacts that cannot be prevented by the imposition of conditions.
f. Whether the proposed request will have an adverse impact on property values of abutting or adjacent land.
g. Whether the proposed request will seriously reduce the quality or quantity of light and air available to adjacent properties.
h. Whether the proposed request is necessary to further the objectives of the city to assist with economic development and business promotion.
i. Whether the proposed request meets the purpose and intent of these regulations but conflicts with another site development standard or requirement, including sustainable development
and green initiatives.
4. Approval Process. An application for community design appeal requires review by the City Commission and shall be processed in accordance with Chapter 2, Article I, Section 3.
5. Expiration. Pursuant to Section 4.B.1.b. above, the community design appeal shall be processed concurrent with a site plan. The approval of an appeal shall remain valid as long
as the corresponding site plan approval remains in effect. See Section 2.F.5. above for additional information regarding the expiration and extension of a site plan.
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C. Height Exception.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this subsection is to provide an efficient relief process that would allow for certain eligible building appurtenances and structures, which are
ordinarily erected or located on top of or within a building, to exceed the maximum building height allowed
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by the respective zoning district upon demonstrating compliance with the review criteria herein. The intent of this application is not to provide a means of circumventing the maximum
height allowed for buildings within the respective zoning district, but to strategically accommodate and design those appurtenances and structures with design flexibility, while providing
visual interest and enhancement to building façades without negligible impacts upon the subject site and surrounding properties.
b. Applicability. No portion of any principal or ancillary structure proposed within the city shall exceed the maximum height allowed by the respective zoning district, except for as
follows: water cooling and fire towers, radio and television towers of commercial nature, spires and finials, domes, cupolas, bell and clock towers, flagpoles, electrical and mechanical
support systems, green elements such as PV arrays, parapets and similar structures or architectural enhancements, and their necessary mechanical appurtenances may be erected within or
on top of a structure above the district height limitation after obtaining approval of a height exception from the City Commission. A request for height exception shall be processed
concurrent with a site plan unless otherwise determined by the Director of Planning and Zoning or designee, or if the height exception application is in connection with a single family
or duplex home located on an individually platted lot within a single family or two family residential district.
c. Rules. For the purposes of this subsection, a "site plan" shall be construed to include a new site plan or major modification.
2. Submittal Requirements. See Section 1.D. above for the submittal requirements of this application.
3. Review Criteria. In considering an application for exception to the district height regulation, the City Commission shall make findings indicating the proposed exception has been
studied and considered in relation to the following standards, where applicable:
a. On the subject site or surrounding properties, whether the height exception would adversely affect any of the following: 1) light and air; 2) property values; 3) the living conditions;
or 4) existing or proposed land uses;
b. Whether the height exception would be a deterrent to the development or improvement of adjacent properties in accord with existing regulations;
c. Whether the height exception would contribute to the architectural character and form of the proposed project;
d. Whether the height exception would positively contribute to the city's desired image, streetscape design, or recommendation of any applicable redevelopment plan;
e. Whether the height exception would contribute, incentivize, or serve as a catalyst for sustainable development and other green initiatives;
f. Whether the height exception is necessary and not proposed in a manner with which the principle objective is to maximize project visibility without concern for architectural or aesthetic
integrity; and
g. Whether sufficient evidence has been presented to justify the need for a height exception.
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4. Approval Process. An application for height exception approval requires review by the City Commission and shall be processed in accordance with Chapter 2, Article I, Section 3.
5. Expiration. An approval for height exception shall remain valid as long as the corresponding site plan approval remains in effect. Further, a time extension for site plan approval
shall simultaneously extend approval of the corresponding height exception. Where no site plan is required in connection with a request for height exception approval, the height exception
shall remain in effect for one (1) year. See Section 2.F.5. above for information on the site plan approval period and extension process.
D. Variance to Land Development Regulations.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this subsection is to provide an efficient relief process to allow for deviations from certain requirements and standards of Chapter 3 and Chapter
4 of these Land Development Regulations in circumstances when the applicant is able to demonstrate a hardship. The intent of this application is not to provide a means for circumventing
any such requirement or standard, but to allow for a departure from the Code upon demonstration that the subject request satisfactorily addresses the review criteria contained herein,
and without the necessity of amending the regulation or rezoning the property to accommodate the requested relief. The City Commission has the authority and duty to authorize, upon
appeal, such a variance from the terms of a city ordinance as will not be contrary to the public interest when, owing to special conditions, a literal enforcement of the provisions of
the ordinance would result in unnecessary and undue hardship.
b. Applicability. Generally, the variance process shall be available when a petitioner requests a deviation from a quantifiable standard, measure, or regulation. For clarification,
the variance process shall not be available in the following instances:
(1) When another relief process is available;
(2) No nonconforming use of neighboring lands, structures, or buildings in other zoning districts shall be considered grounds for the authorization of a variance;
(3) Chapter 3:
(a) Article I ( overview and use of terms;
(b) Article III future land use map (FLUM) classifications and corresponding zoning districts, and density regulations;
(c) Article IV ( any use regulations in the use matrix, including the regulations pertaining to hazardous and toxic waste; nonconforming uses; and the operational performance standards;
and
(4) As otherwise determined by the Director of Planning and Zoning or designee.
2. Submittal Requirements. See Section 1.D. above for the submittal requirements of this application.
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3. Review Criteria. In order for the City Commission to grant a variance, the applicant must demonstrate that:
a. That special conditions and circumstances exist which are peculiar to the land, structure or building involved, and which are not applicable to other lands, structures or buildings
in the same zoning district.
b. That special conditions and circumstances do not result from the actions of the applicant for the variance.
c. That granting the variance requested will not confer on the applicant any special privilege that is denied by this section to other lands, structures or buildings in the same zoning
district.
d. That literal interpretations of the provisions of the ordinance would deprive the applicant of rights commonly enjoyed by other properties in the same zoning district under the terms
of the ordinance and would work unnecessary and undue hardship on the applicant.
e. That the variance granted is the minimum variance that will make possible reasonable use of the land, structure or building.
f. That the granting of the variance will be in harmony with the general intent and purpose of this chapter and that such variance will not be injurious to the area involved or be otherwise
detrimental to the public welfare.
4. Approval Process. An application for variance approval requires review by the City Commission and shall be processed in accordance with Chapter 2, Article I, Section 3. In addition,
in recommending approval of a variance, the Planning and Development Board may determine the following:
a. The Board may prescribe appropriate conditions and safeguards in conformity with this section. Violations of such conditions and safeguards, when made a part of the terms under which
the variance is granted, shall be deemed a violation of this section.
b. The Board may prescribe a reasonable time limit within which the action for which the variance is required shall begin, be completed, or both.
5. Denial. Upon the denial of an application for relief hereunder, in whole or in part, a period of one (1) year must elapse prior to the filing of the same or similar application affecting
the same property or any portion thereof.
6. Miscellaneous. A variance shall remain valid indefinitely unless there is change in its application on the subject property. In other words, the variance is specific to the improvement
for which the application was made. Any amendment to the original approval that increases the amount of building or site, which would be subject to the variance, shall require the application
for, and approval of, a new variance.
E. Waiver (Ocean Avenue Overlay Zone).
1. General.
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a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this subsection is to provide an efficient relief process to allow for deviations from certain requirements and standards of Chapter 3 and Chapter
4 as they pertain to the Ocean Avenue Overlay Zone (OAOZ). The intent of this application is not to provide a means for circumventing any such requirement or standard but to allow for
a departure from the code upon demonstration that the subject request satisfies the intent of the review criteria contained herein.
b. Applicability. For property located within the OAOZ, the waiver process shall be available for deviations from any development and design standards of Chapter 3, Article III, Section
8.D.
2. Submittal Requirements. The applicant shall submit a letter that addresses the review criteria of Section 3.E.3. below, in addition to submitting any plans and exhibits required
by the accompanying site plan, whenever applicable.
3. Review Criteria. The applicant shall justify each waiver request as part of the application for site plan or site plan modification. The applicant shall document the nature of the
request, the extent of its departure from the standard regulation, and the basis for the request. The City may request additional information and documentation from the applicant, such
as a shared parking study, or other type of performance related analysis that further justifies the waiver request. The burden of proof shall be on the applicant to present a superior
design alternative and demonstrate that the application would further the purpose and intent of the OAOZ and not have any detrimental impact on adjacent properties or the surrounding
area.
4. Approval Process. A waiver request may be approved by staff if the subject request is reviewed concurrently with a minor site plan modification application, and such application requires
administrative review pursuant to the review criteria of Section 2.F. above. Otherwise, the waiver application requires review by the City Commission and shall be processed in accordance
with Chapter 2, Article 1, Section 3.
5. Denial. Upon the denial of an application for relief hereunder, in whole or in part, a period of one (1) year must elapse prior to the filing of the same or similar application affecting
the same property or any portion thereof; however, this restriction shall not apply to applications which further the City's economic development, workforce housing, or green building
programs.
6. Expiration. A waiver shall remain valid as long as the corresponding site plan or site plan modification approval remains in effect, or unless there is any amendment to the original
waiver. Any amendment to the original approval shall require application for, and approval of, a new waiver.
F. Requests for Accommodation.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this section is to implement a procedure for processing requests for reasonable accommodation to the city's Code of Ordinances, Land Development
Regulations, rules, policies, and procedures for persons with disabilities as provided by the federal Fair Housing Amendments Act (42 U.S.C. 3601. et. seq.) ("FHA") and/or Tide II of
the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (42 U.S.C. Section 12131, et. seq.) ("ADA").
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b. Applicability. Any person who is disabled, or qualifying entities, may request a reasonable accommodation with respect to the city's Land Development Regulations, Code of Ordinances,
rules, policies, practices and/or procedures as provided by the FHA and the ADA pursuant to the procedures set out in this section. For purposes of this section, a "disabled person"
is an individual that qualifies as disabled and/or handicapped under the FHA and/or ADA. The word "individual" shall include, for purposes of this section, multiple people, or qualified
entities.
c. Notice to the Public of Availability of Accommodation. The city shall endeavor to provide notice to the public, advising that a disabled person may request a reasonable accommodation.
Such notice may include, but is not limited to, displaying a notice in the city's public notice bulletin board and to maintain copies available for review in the Planning and Zoning
Division, the Building Division, and the City Clerk's Office upon request, and advising that the public disabled person may request a reasonable accommodation as provided herein.
2. Submittal Requirements. A request by an applicant for reasonable accommodation under this section shall be either oral or written. A written request may be submitted by completion
of a reasonable accommodation request form, which form is maintained by (and shall be submitted to) the Planning and Zoning ((P and Z() Division of the Department of Development or other
designee. The reasonable accommodation form shall contain such questions and requests for information as are necessary for processing the reasonable accommodation request. The reasonable
accommodation request form shall be substantially in the form set forth in Subsection 3. below. The following considerations shall be applicable for any application, information or documentation
required:
a. Confidential Information. Should the information submitted by the disabled person to the city include medical information or records, including records indicating the medical condition,
diagnosis, or medical history of the disabled person, such disabled person may, at the time of submitting such medical information, request that the city, to the extent allowed by law,
treat such medical information as confidential information of the disabled person The city shall thereafter endeavor to provide written notice to the disabled person and/or their representative,
of any request received by the city for disclosure of the medical information or documentation which the disabled person has previously requested be treated as confidential by the city.
The city will cooperate with the disabled person to the extent allowed by law, in actions initiated by such disabled person, to oppose the disclosure of such medical information or documentation,
but the city shall have no obligation to initiate, prosecute or pursue any such action, or to incur any legal or other expenses (whether by retention of outside counsel or allocation
of internal resources) in connection therewith, and may comply with any judicial order without prior notice to the disabled person. This section shall be subject to local, state, and
federal revisions to privacy laws, including but not limited to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), as it may be amended from time to time.
b. Address of Applicant/Address of Housing. Unless governed by 42 USC ( 290dd, in which case the address shall not be required, the applicant may be requested to provide documentation
to substantiate a claim for verifying applicability.
c. Fee. There shall be no fee imposed by the city in connection with a request for reasonable accommodation under this section or an appeal of a determination on such request to the
City Commission, and the city shall have no obligation to pay a requesting party's, or an appealing party's, as applicable, attorneys' fees or costs in connection with the request, or
an appeal.
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d. City Assistance. The city shall provide such assistance and accommodation as is required pursuant to FHA and ADA in connection with a disabled person's request for reasonable accommodation,
including, without limitation, assistance with reading application questions, responding to questions, completing the form, filing an appeal, and appearing at a hearing, to ensure the
process is accessible.
e. Findings for Reasonable Accommodation.
(1) In determining whether the reasonable accommodation request shall be granted or denied, the requesting party shall be required to establish that they are protected under the FHA
and/or ADA by demonstrating that they are handicapped or disabled, as defined in the FHA and/or ADA. Although the definition of disability is subject to judicial interpretation, for
purposes of this section the disabled individual must show:
(i) A physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activities;
(ii) A record of having such impairment; or
(iii) That they are regarded as having such impairment.
(2) The requesting party will then have to demonstrate that the proposed accommodations sought by the requesting party are reasonable and necessary to afford handicapped and/or disabled
persons equal opportunity to use and enjoy housing.
(3) The foregoing (as judicially interpreted) shall be the basis for a decision upon a reasonable accommodation request made by the applicant to the Planning and Zoning Director, or
his/her designee, or by the Building Board of Adjustment and Appeals in the event of an appeal.
f. Action by Appropriate City Official. A written determination shall be issued by the Planning Director, or his or her designee. within forty five (45) days of receipt of an application
determined to be sufficient.
(1) If reasonably necessary to reach a determination on the request for reasonable accommodation, the Planning and Zoning Director, or his/her designee, may, prior to the end of said
forty five (45) day period, request additional information from the requesting party, specifying in sufficient detail what information is required.
(2) The requesting pam shall have fifteen (15) days after the date of the request for additional information to provide the requested information. In the event a request for additional
information is made, the forty five (45) day period to issue a written determination shall no longer be applicable, and the Planning and Zoning Director, or his/her designee, shall issue
a written determination within thirty (30) days after receipt of the additional information.
(3) If the requesting party fails to provide the requested additional information within said fifteen (15) day period, the Planning and Zoning Director, or his/her designee, shall issue
a written notice advising that the requesting party had failed to timely submit the additional
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information and therefore the request for reasonable accommodation shall be deemed abandoned and/or withdrawn and no further action by the city with regard to said reasonable accommodation
request shall be required.
g. Notice of Proposed Decision. The Planning and Zoning Director, or his/her designee, shall have the authority to consider and act on requests for reasonable accommodation. When a reasonable
accommodation request form has been completed and submitted to the Planning and Zoning Division, it will be referred to the Planning and Zoning Director, or his/her designee, for review
and consideration. The Planning and Zoning Director, or his/her designee, shall issue a written determination within forty five (45) days of the date of receipt of a completed application
and may, in accordance with federal law:
(1) Grant the accommodation request;
(2) Grant a portion of the request and deny a portion of the request, and/or impose conditions upon the grant of the request; or
(3) Deny the request, in accordance with federal law.
Any such denial shall be in writing and shall state the grounds therefore. All written determinations shall give notice of the right to appeal to the Building Board of Adjustment and
Appeals. The notice of determination shall be sent to the requesting party, i.e. the disabled individual or his/her representative, by certified mail, return receipt requested.
h. Appeal. Within thirty (30) days after the Planning and Zoning Director, or his/her designee's, determination on a reasonable accommodation request is mailed to the requesting party,
such applicant may appeal the decision. All appeals shall contain a statement containing sufficient detail of the grounds for the appeal. Appeals shall be to the Building Board of Adjustment
and Appeals which shall, after public notice to the parties and a public hearing for appeal, render a written determination as soon as reasonably practicable, but in no event later than
sixty (60) days after an appeal has been filed. The decision of the Building Board of Adjustment and Appeals shall be a final determination, subject only to appeal by petition of certiorari
to the Fifteenth (15th) Judicial Circuit Court, pursuant to all applicable local and state laws and standards governing petitions for certiorari.
i. Stay of Enforcement. While an application for reasonable accommodation, or an appeal of a determination of same, is pending before the city, the city will not enforce the subject
zoning ordinance, rules, policies, and procedures against the applicant.
3. Request Form for Reasonable Accommodation.
a. Contents of Reasonable Accommodation Request Form. The contents of a reasonable accommodation request form shall contain the following items, to the extent provided by law:
(1) Name and contact information of the applicant;
(2) Description of property at which reasonable accommodation is requested, including the address of such location;
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(3) Description of the accommodation and the specific regulation(s) and/or procedure(s) from which accommodation is sought;
(4) Reasons the accommodation may be necessary for the applicant or the individuals with disabilities seeking the specific accommodation, and if relating to housing, why the requested
reasonable accommodation is necessary to use and enjoy the housing;
(5) Description of the qualifying disability or handicap;
(6) Other relevant information pertaining to the disability or property that may be needed bv the city in order for it to be able to evaluate the request for reasonable accommodation;
(7) Signature of applicant;
(8) Date of application.
4. Expiration of Approvals. Approvals of requests for reasonable accommodation shall expire within one hundred eighty (180) days if not implemented.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10; Am. Ord. 11-002, passed 3-1-11; Am. Ord. 13-033, ( 3, passed 12-3-13)
Sec. 5. Permit Applications.
A. Sign Permit.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose and intent of this subsection is to set forth well defined application processes, review criteria, and uniform procedure to guide in the processing
and review
of sign permit applications to ensure compliance with the design objectives of Chapter 4, Article IV, Section 1.B. (i.e. identification, aesthetics, land values, safety, sustainability,
and compatibility).
b. Applicability. Excluding those signs and support structures exempt from the permitting requirements of the sign standards in accordance with Chapter 4, Article IV, Section 1.E.,
it shall be unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, move or convert any sign in the city, or cause the same to be done, without first obtaining a sign permit for each such
sign. These directives shall not be construed to require any permit for the cleaning, maintenance, or repair of a sign or sign structure for which a permit has previously been issued
under this article, provided that such sign or structure is not modified in any way. Signs and structures supporting signs previously erected without a valid permit shall be in violation
of this article and shall be deemed illegal signs. It shall be mandatory to obtain a permit for an illegal sign, or to immediately remove such sign and the structure supporting such
sign upon notice that the sign or structure supporting the sign is illegal. The notice shall contain a time period for removal. Signs and sign support structures shall be processed
under a separate permit (in accordance with Chapter 2, Article IV, Section 3) if the Building Official determines that compliance with the Florida Building Code is required.
2. Submittal Requirements. See Section 1.D. above for the submittal requirements of this application.
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3. Review Criteria. The sign permit shall comply with the sign standards of Chapter 4, Article IV. The Building Official shall make the determination as to whether a sign permit requires
compliance with the Florida Building Code. In these instances, the sign permit shall be reviewed in accordance with the procedures described in Chapter 2, Article IV, Section 3.
4. Approval Process. The Director of Planning and Zoning or designee shall have three (3) days to review an application for a sign permit to ensure that it is complete. If an application
is found to be incomplete, the Director of Planning and Zoning shall send a letter to the applicant indicating the noted deficiencies (with appropriate code references). Once an application
is deemed to be complete, staff will promptly conduct a review of the application and within forty-five (45) days, the Director of Planning and Zoning or designee shall approve, approve
with conditions, or deny the application for a sign permit.
5. Expiration. Any permit for a sign may be revoked by the city upon the determination that the sign is not in full compliance with the provisions of these Land Development Regulations
or other applicable codes. A sign permit shall become null and void if the work is not complete within ninety (90) days of the issuance of such permit.
6. Appeal. Any appeal of a decision made by a city official shall be conducted in accordance with Chapter 1, Article VIII, Section 1 (Appeals from an Administrative Official).
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B. Zoning Permit.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose and intent of this subsection is to set forth a well defined application process, review criteria, and uniform procedure for the processing of zoning
permits and zoning verification letters, to ensure that certain structures and site improvements comply with the respective requirements and standards described in these Land Development
Regulations and the city's Code of Ordinances.
b. Applicability. A permit, issued by the Planning and Zoning Division, shall be required for accessory structures and site improvements proposed on any parcel or development unless
otherwise specified herein. The following types of requests or improvements do not require a building permit but do require a zoning permit or zoning verification. Such improvements
or requests include but are not limited to the following:
(1) Accessory structures, limited to a maximum of one (1) open air structure or gazebo less than one hundred (100) square feet and used in connection with a principal residential dwelling
or use. Chickee huts are exempt from the above size limitation;
(2) Animal enclosures;
(3) Fences on residential property (single family; two family; and single family attached if fee simple ownership) with a maximum height of six (6) feet; unless used as a barrier around
a swimming pool, spa, or rooftop equipment;
(4) Impervious surfaces that are unenclosed and uncovered, including but not limited to driveways, patios, steps, stoops, terraces, sidewalks, and the like, regardless of proposed surface
materials (e.g., pavers, asphalt, concrete, etc.).
The zoning permit shall not be applicable to new impervious surfaces and improvements normally administered by other Divisions in the city, such as by the Engineering or Building Divisions.
A land development permit (LDP) from the Engineering Division shall be required in lieu of a zoning permit for any proposed driveway, patio, terrace, sidewalk, or the like in excess
of eight hundred (800) square feet. Impervious surfaces or improvements that would require a building permit (in lieu of a zoning permit) include reinforced concrete pads connecting
with existing buildings to be used as a slab for future building additions; required handicapped accessible routes; framed decking improvements; or other similar improvements.
It should be noted that any proposed impervious surface and/or site improvement that decreases permeable land area in excess of eight hundred (800) square feet on any given parcel in
the city shall be reviewed for compliance with the drainage standards of Chapter 4, Article VIII, Section 3.G. and/or the Engineering Design Handbook and Construction Standards. This
review requires the submittal of a drainage plan prepared by a licensed professional engineer based on the design standards referenced above.
(5) Community gardens. See site plan review (Section 2.F. above) for community gardens containing storage and/or agricultural structures that are greater than one hundred (100) square
feet. All agricultural structures and storage structures greater than one hundred (100)
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square feet shall require approval of a building permit in accordance Chapter 2, Article IV, Section 2.
c. Compliance with Florida Building Code. Any proposed structure or improvement that includes an electrical, plumbing, or other similar component which is subject to compliance with
the Florida Building Code, shall require a building permit, and the review for such improvement that would have been conducted as part of the zoning permit process, will alternatively
occur as part of the review for the building permit. See Chapter 2, Article IV for additional regulations regarding the building permit review process and procedures.
2. Submittal Requirements. See Section 1.D. above for the submittal requirements of this application.
3. Review Criteria. Each structure or improvement shall comply with the following: 1) all zoning requirements of Chapter 3, including the supplemental regulations of Article V; 2)
all applicable site development standards described in Chapter 4; and 3) the applicable regulations of City Code of Ordinances Part II. Notwithstanding compliance with the aforementioned
regulations and standards, their specific provisions are referenced as follows:
a. Fences. Chapter 3, Article V, Section 2;
b. Arbors, trellises, and pergolas. Chapter 3, Article V, Section 3.F.;
c. Open air structures and gazebos. Chapter 3, Article V, Section 3.G.;
d. Permanent sheds and storage structures. Chapter 3, Article V, Section 3.E.1.;
e. Decks, patios, steps, stoops, and terraces (unenclosed and uncovered). Chapter 3, Article V, Section 3.B.;
f. Animal enclosure. City Code of Ordinances Part II, Chapter 4, Section 4 4; and
g. Driveways for single family and duplex dwellings. Chapter 4, Article V, Section 2.B.
4. Approval Process. The application shall be reviewed by staff and action will be taken by the appropriate administrative official.
5. Expiration. A zoning permit is valid for a period not to exceed six (6) months from the date of issuance. If construction of the improvement covered by the zoning permit has not
commenced within this time period, the permit shall expire and be cancelled with written notice to the applicant.
6. Time Extension. An extension of the permit for a period not to exceed ninety (90) days may be requested in writing by the applicant if received by the Division prior to permit expiration.
The fee for requesting a permit extension shall be approved by the City Commission and may be modified from time to time.
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Sec. 6. Historic Preservation Applications.
A. Certificate of Appropriateness.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose and intent of this subsection is to set forth a uniformed procedure, well defined application process, and information to guide in the review of Certificate
of Appropriateness submittals.
b. Applicability. The Board or staff shall review actions affecting the exterior of Properties and all Resources, including non contributing Properties, within Districts. Utilizing
the Design Guidelines Handbook, the Board reviews applications for Certificates of Appropriateness for alterations, new construction, demolitions, relocations affecting proposed or designated
Properties or Properties within Historic Districts.
c. Terms and Definitions. See Chapter 1, Article II for definitions and terms associated with historic preservation.
d. Review Authority. The required level of review shall be depicted in a "Historic Resources Preservation Board Certificate of Appropriateness Approval Matrix" (the "Matrix"). The Matrix
will contain a list of design features, such as roofing materials, window types, shutter types, etc. The Matrix will indicate whether such features may be administratively reviewed or
if Board review is required. The Board shall approve or amend the "Historic Resources Preservation Board Certificate of Appropriateness Approval Matrix" as needed.
If staff does not grant administrative approval of an application, the application may be referred to the Board for review. Any applicant may request referral to the Board rather than
administrative review. An application referred by staff or an applicant will be considered in accordance with the application review schedule contained in Section 2.b. below.
2. Submittal Requirements.
a. Application and Fees. Requests for Certificates of Appropriateness shall be made only on application forms approved by the Board. Submittal of the application must be made with
the appropriate site plans, drawings, photographs, descriptions, and other documentation needed to provide staff and the Board with a clear understanding of the proposed action. Application
fees and other applicable charges shall be established by resolution adopted by the City Commission.
b. Completeness Review and Board Agenda. Staff shall review all applications for Certificates of Appropriateness to determine whether an application is complete. If the application
is incomplete, staff will notify the applicant of what additional information is necessary. An application will not be reviewed until staff determines that it is complete.
All Certificates of Appropriateness applications eligible for administrative review will be reviewed in a timely manner and a written decision sent to the applicant. All Certificate
of Appropriateness applications requiring Board review will be scheduled for hearing by the Board at the first available meeting approximately six (6) weeks after receipt of the completed
application. The meeting shall be publicly announced and will have a previously advertised agenda. The Board may suspend
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action on the application for a period not to exceed thirty days in order to seek technical advice from outside its members or to meet further with the applicant to revise or modify
the application.
3. Review Criteria. See Chapter 4, Article IX, Section 6.D. for the review criteria applicable to the Certificate of Appropriateness.
4. Approval Process.
a. Decisions. Decisions regarding application for Certificates of Appropriateness shall be based on the application, the application's compliance with this Ordinance, and the evidence
and testimony presented in connection with the application.
Any conditions or requirements imposed shall be related to the Certificate of Appropriateness sought by the applicant. If conditions or requirements are imposed as a condition of approval,
the Board may direct staff to review the amended plans and approve the COA if all conditions or requirements have been addressed.
b. Notice of Decision on Application. Staff shall notify the applicant in writing of any decision on the application within five (5) working days from the date of the decision.
5. Certificate of Economic Hardship. Prior to taking an appeal of a decision to the City Commission on an application for Certificate of Appropriateness, an applicant may file a request
in writing for a Certificate of Economic Hardship. Utilizing information supplied by the applicant, the Board reviews requests for Certificates of Economic Hardship to determine if
a decision regarding a Certificate of Appropriateness application has caused or will cause an economic hardship.
a. Application. A request for a Certificate of Economic Hardship must be submitted in writing within 30 days of the date of the hearing at which the Board's decision on the Certificate
of Appropriateness application is announced.
b. Board Agenda and Notice. The Board shall schedule a public hearing within 60 working days from the receipt of the application and shall provide notice of such hearing in the same
manner as for the Certificate of Appropriateness application.
c. Negotiations Prior to Certificate of Economic Hardship Hearing. During the period between receipt of the Certificate of Economic Hardship application and the Board's public hearing,
the applicant shall discuss the proposed action with staff, other City officials and local preservation organizations to consider alternatives that will avoid an economic hardship and
have the least adverse effect to the Property and/or the District. Staff may request information from various City departments and other agencies in order to negotiate an alternative
resolution that is in the best interest of the applicant and the City. If negotiations are successful staff shall make written recommendations to the Board regarding such alternatives.
d. Determination of Economic Hardship. The applicant has the burden of proving by competent substantial evidence that the Board's decision regarding the Certificate of Appropriateness
application has caused or will cause an economic hardship. To determine economic hardship, the applicant shall submit the following with the request for a Certificate of Economic Hardship:
(1) Proposed construction, alteration, demolition and removal costs;
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(2) Structural and condition reports from a licensed professional with experience in assessing historic buildings;
(3) Estimates as to the economic feasibility of rehabilitation or reuse;
(4) The purchase price of the property details of annual debt service or mortgage payments, recent appraisals, assessments, and real estate taxes;
(5) Details of any income obtained from the property and cash flows for the previous two (2) years;
(6) The status of any leases or rentals; and
(7) Details of any listings of the property for sale or rent for the previous two (2) years.
The applicant may submit or the Board may request any further additional information relevant to the determination of economic hardship.
The effect of denial of the application for Certificate of Economic Hardship is that the decision regarding the Certificate of Appropriateness is upheld. If the application for Certificate
of Economic Hardship is granted, the Board may issue the Certificate of Economic Hardship without conditions. Alternatively, the Board may issue the Certificate with conditions that
will avoid the economic hardship and have the least adverse effect to the Property and the District.
Such conditions may include, but are not limited to: ad valorem tax relief, loans or grants, requiring the owner to market and offer the Property for sale for a fair market price with
appropriate preservation protections for a period of time not to exceed six (6) months, acquisition by a third party for a fair market value, Building and Zoning Code modifications,
relaxation of the provisions of this ordinance, recommendation by the City Manager some or all of the applicable Board fees be waived, or such other relief as appropriate.
6. Appeal of Certificate of Appropriateness and Certificate of Economic Hardship Decisions. Any applicant may appeal a decision of the Board to the City Commission regarding an application
for Certificate of Appropriateness and/or an application for Certificate of Economic Hardship. The applicant shall file a written notice of the appeal with staff within 30 days of the
date of the hearing at which the Board's decision on the application is announced. The City Commission shall place the matter on the Commission's agenda within 45 working days from
the date of the written notice of appeal. The meeting at which the appeal is placed on the agenda shall be no later than 60 working days from the date of the written notice of appeal.
Consideration of the appeal by the City Commission shall be de novo review. The City Commission shall be required to apply the applicable standards and criteria set forth in this ordinance.
A decision of the City Commission may be appealed to a court of competent jurisdiction within thirty (30) days after the hearing at which the decision is announced.
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B. Historic District or Properties Designation.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose and intent of this subsection is to set forth a uniformed procedure, well defined application process, and information when designating a district
as "historic" as defined in these Land Development Regulations.
b. Applicability. This application shall be applicable to all improved property that meets the criteria of Chapter 4, Article IX, Section 6.C. Applications for historic designation
may be initiated by only the following:
(1) Historic Resources Preservation Board, herein referred to as "Board" (see Chapter 1, Article VII, Section 4).
(2) City Commission.
(3) A property owner for designation of a Site.
(4) A simple majority of property owners within the proposed District under consideration for designation.
For District designations, each Property shall be allotted one (1) vote. The identity of the property owners shall be determined by the most current Palm Beach County Tax Rolls.
Only the Board or the City Commission may initiate designation of a property or district owned by the City, County, State or by an entity created by state law.
c. Terms and Definitions. See Chapter 1, Article II for definitions and terms associated with historic preservation.
2. Submittal Requirements. Nominations for historic designations shall be made only on application forms approved by the Board.
3. Review Criteria. See Chapter 4, Article IX, Section 6.C. for the review criteria applicable to designating a district as historic.
4. Approval Process.
a. Board Agenda. Following staff determination that an application for designation is complete; the application shall be scheduled for a public hearing by the Board.
b. Board Public Hearing Notice. The Board shall advertise and hold a public hearing in accordance with the following public noticing requirements:
(1) For the proposed designation of an individual site, the applicant, at least ten (10) calendar days prior to the date set for the public hearing, shall:
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(a) Mail a notice of the time, place and subject matter of the public hearing to any owner of abutting or adjacent property as determined by the Historic Preservation Planner.
(b) Post one (1) sign for each street frontage of the property in a prominent location.
(2) For the proposed designation of a historic district, the applicants), at least ten (10) calendar days prior to the date set for the public hearing, shall:
(a) Mail a notice of the time, place and subject matter of the hearing to any owner of real property within 400 feet of district subject to potential designation.
(b) Post signs in prominent locations along public streets at the outer boundaries of the proposed district in such a manner as will assure that the signs will be seen by as many affected
property owners as possible
Signs shall be legible from a distance of 100 feet and shall contain a description of the approval being sought, the date, time and location of the hearing, and a statement that the
application being considered is available for inspection in the Development Department of the City of Boynton Beach. Minimum sign size shall be 24" wide by 18" high.
c. No Action Permitted During Pendency. During the period that a designation application is pending, no changes to the property or district shall be made unless first approved by the
Board. The application is considered "pending" until the final decision on the designation is made by the City Commission.
d. Board Recommendations. The Board shall make a recommendation as to the proposed designation at the public hearing, based on findings of fact which support the recommendation. The
Board's recommendation shall be reduced to writing within 15 working days after the hearing date. If the Board votes to recommend approval, it will forward the application with recommendations
to the City Commission. If the Board recommends denial, no further action is required unless an applicant, or not less than two thirds of the affected property owners (in the case of
a District), appeals to the City Commission. In such event the City Commission may reconsider designation or require the Board to do so.
e. City Commission Decision. Following the Board hearing, a designation application with a Board recommendation for approval shall be scheduled for hearing by the City Commission.
The City Commission may approve or deny the designation application. Alternatively, the City Commission may approve the designation with conditions or delay designation for up to one
(1) year. The City Commission shall make written findings of fact on which its decision is based.
f. Boynton Beach Register of Historic Places. A Resource designated by the City Commission as historic shall be listed in the Boynton Beach Register of Historic Places. The Register
shall be updated periodically and the inventory material will be open to the public. Inventory materials shall be compatible with the Florida Master Site File and duplicates of all
inventory materials will be provided to the State Historic Preservation Office. Resources listed in, or eligible for listing in the National Register or on the Boynton Beach Register
of Historic Places, either as a Property or as a Contributing Property within a District, may be entitled to modified enforcement of the City's applicable building and zoning codes,
if in accord with the Design Guidelines Handbook.
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g. Designation Recorded. The historic designation ordinance shall be recorded in the Official Records of Palm Beach County. Boundaries for historic districts and individual properties
identified in the ordinance shall be clearly established. The designation shall be noted in the official records of the City's Planning & Zoning and Building Departments to ensure that
all City actions taken in connection with the subject property or district are taken subject to the designation.
h. Historic District Street Signs. For Districts, the City shall erect standardized street signs identifying the District within two (2) years from the date of such designation, subject
to economic feasibility. The design shall be first approved by the Board.
C. Historic Preservation Property Tax Exemption Application.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose and intent of this subsection is to set forth a uniformed procedure, well defined application process, and information to guide in the review of Historic
Preservation Property Tax Exemption submittals.
b. Applicability. This application shall be applicable to all improved property that meets the criteria of Chapter 4, Article IX, Section 6.E.
c. Terms and Definitions. See Chapter 1, Article II for definitions and terms associated with historic preservation.
2. Submittal Requirements. See Chapter 4, Article IX, Section 6.E for the submittal requirements of this application.
3. Review Criteria. See Chapter 4, Article IX, Section 6.E. for the review criteria applicable to the Historic Preservation Property Tax Exemption.
4. Approval Process. An application for historic designation shall be conducted in accordance with the procedures set forth in Chapter 4, Article IX, Section 6.E.
Sec. 7. Other Applications.
A. Certificate of Conformity.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose and intent of this subsection is to set forth a uniform procedure to excuse any existing nonconformance of a parcel due to the necessary expansion
of an abutting right of way such as through eminent domain action by the city or other governmental entity. Any nonconforming parcel so created shall be deemed a conforming parcel upon
the issuance of a certificate of conformity as provided herein.
b. Applicability. This subsection shall apply to all properties impacted by the necessary expansion of an abutting right of way. Site improvements and conditions, including nonconforming
features and uses existing prior to the time of the road widening, shall not be affected by this subsection. This subsection alone shall not cause a specific use on a property impacted
by roadway expansion to cease.
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2. Submittal Requirements. The applicant shall submit a letter indicating the details of the right of way expansion, along with the proposed site plan (in the number of copies specified
by the Division). The site plan shall depict the following: 1) location of the ultimate right of way lines; 2) impervious surface (e.g. asphalt, concrete, etc.); and 3) configuration
and dimensions of affected parking and landscaped areas. If the right of way expansion impacts either a landscape buffer abutting a right of way or a perimeter landscape buffer, then
a revised landscape plan shall be required (in the number of copies specified by the Division).
3. Review Criteria. The granting of a certificate of conformity shall be provided, contingent upon compliance with the following review criteria:
a. Safety. The remainder parcel can reasonably and safely function after the completion of the roadway expansion.
b. Reduction in Development Standards. If a reduction in the size of a lot causes a nonconformity with respect to the minimum required lot area, setbacks, off street parking, landscaping,
sign location, or other development regulations, the structure(s) on the property, the use(s) within the structure(s), and other site improvements may continue to exist in the configuration
remaining after the condemnation, except that:
(1) Access. The length of access ways shall not be less than ten (10) feet measured from the right of way, unless otherwise approved by the City Engineer;
(2) Direction. Ingress and egress to and from the site shall be in a forward direction. No backing out onto a right of way is allowed pursuant to Chapter 4, Article VII, Section 3.B.3.;
(3) Landscaping. In instances when off street parking areas are exposed to public rights of way as a result of the roadway expansion, all properties shall provide a landscape strip
abutting the subject roadway, to the maximum extent possible as deemed appropriate by the city. This requirement to have landscape strips abutting rights of way is for the purpose of
screening off street parking areas, and is not construed to supplant or supersede the provision for sidewalks and other non vehicular use areas.
c. Off Street Parking Areas. A structure or other site improvement may be enlarged or expanded if the enlarged or expanded portion meets the requirements of these regulations. In all
instances, there shall be no reduction in required off street spaces designated for physically disabled persons. Where off street parking areas are reduced as a result of roadway widening,
the following mitigating actions are encouraged:
(1) The use of off site parking in accordance with Chapter 4, Article V, Section 2.A.3.;
(2) Joint access and cross parking agreements in accordance with Chapter 4, Article V, Section 3.B.; or
(3) Shared parking agreements in accordance with Chapter 4, Article V, Section 3.C.
d. Damage and Restoration of Structures. Structures and buildings that are nonconforming due to setback deficiencies as a result of a widening of a right of way, and which were issued
a certificate of conformity, shall be allowed to restore or reconstruct the building or structure, but in accordance to what was approved in the original certificate of conformity.
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e. Signs. Any existing, legally established freestanding sign(s) located on the property, which become(s) nonconforming as a result of the roadway widening project, may be relocated
elsewhere on site, in compliance with the standards of this subsection, and with Chapter 4, Article IV of these Land Development Regulations.
f. Vacant Lots. A vacant lot that is impacted by government action associated with roadway widening, to a size or configuration which is below the standards and requirements of the
respective zoning district may be developed, but only in accordance with the nonconforming lot provisions of the supplemental regulations (Chapter 3, Article V, Section 11). Should
the remainder of the vacant lot not qualify for development under the nonconforming provisions, the property will be considered a total taking and not eligible for development except
in conjunction with an abutting lot.
g. Lot Combination. Lot combinations are encouraged for the purposes of creating safer, more functional and aesthetically pleasing developments and attaining a greater degree of compliance
with Code requirements. This subsection may apply to the combined lots whether or not they are owned by the same person. Combined lots may be considered as a single lot for the purposes
of applying property development regulations, provided either a cross parking or cross access agreement is executed. The agreement shall be made in the form acceptable to the City Attorney
and recorded in the official records of Palm Beach County.
4. Approval Process. The Director of Planning and Zoning or designee shall review a complete application for a certificate of conformity and render a decision to issue or deny, within
thirty (30) days of receipt of such request, based upon the review criteria set forth in this subsection.
5. Expiration. A certificate of conformity issued in accordance with this subsection shall automatically expire two (2) years from the date of issuance, unless redevelopment of the
remainder parcel in accordance with the site plan has been completed within such two (2) year period.
6. Time Extension. An application for an extension of time in letter form may be submitted to the Director of Planning and Zoning or designee under the following circumstances: 1)
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completion of the landscaping per the site plan has been achieved; or 2) the delay in compliance with the approved site plan has been through no fault of the owner of the remainder parcel.
Under no circumstances shall the extension of time exceed one (1) year. The decision of the Director of Planning and Zoning shall be rendered within thirty (30) days of receipt of the
letter requesting an extension of time. The decision of the Director of Planning and Zoning or designee may be appealed to the City Commission. For purposes of these appeals, no application
fee shall be charged. The City Commission may reverse the denial for an extension of time and impose a new completion date upon a finding that the remainder parcel owner's failure to
complete the project is through no fault of his/her own. Any subsequent, additional request for an extension of time shall be submitted directly to the City Commission. The City Commission
shall determine whether an additional extension of time will be granted. The City Commission shall use the criteria above to determine whether an additional extension of time will be
granted.
B. Lot Line Modification.
1. General. The purpose and intent of this subsection is to set forth a uniform procedure for the reviewing of proposed changes to property boundaries.
2. Submittal Requirements. The applicant shall submit a letter describing the proposed change, and include or attach any details of the affected property, including the site address
and legal description. A survey, which clearly illustrates the proposed boundaries, dimensions, and easements, if any, shall be required.
3. Review Criteria. All proposed lot line modifications and lot splits shall comply with all the regulations of the respective zoning district, including density, size, and frontage
requirements, as described in Chapter 3 of these Land Development Regulations. In addition, the following shall apply:
a. The modification to property boundaries do not result in the creation of more than two (2) lots;
b. The proposed modification may require the recording of additional easements to create access for utility infrastructure;
c. All newly created lots shall have no encumbrances on the subject property that would render the parcel(s) undevelopable;
d. The boundary changes shall not cause any structures on the affected properties to become nonconforming with respect to the minimum setbacks required by the zoning district or approving
plat; and
e. Approval of a master plan modification is a prerequisite to any proposed change in property boundaries within a planned development.
4. Approval Process. Staff shall review each request for lot line modification and lot split, and action will be taken by the appropriate administrative official.
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C. Mobile Vendor Approval.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose and intent of this subsection is to set forth well defined application processes, review criteria, and information to guide in the processing and
review of mobile vending units (MVU) submittals.
b. Applicability. This subsection is applicable to any MVU proposed within the city in accordance with Chapter 3, Article V, Section 10. It shall be unlawful for anyone to operate
an MVU in the city without first obtaining the necessary approvals as contained herein.
c. Exception. Portable or mobile kitchens necessary to provide temporary food services in connection with permitted construction work are not subject to the removal requirement or size
restrictions. Such temporary units must be removed immediately upon completion of the work.
2. Submittal Requirements. See Section 1.D. above for the submittal requirements of this application. Because of minimum separation requirements between each MVU, in those instances
when more than one (1) application has been submitted for the same location, the earliest application shall be processed and forwarded to either the Planning and Development Board or
the Community Redevelopment Agency, whichever is applicable.
3. Review Criteria. The MVU shall comply with the regulations and requirements of Chapter 3, Article V, Section 10. Site constraints and site plan functionality shall be satisfactorily
addressed to justify the request.
4. Approval Process. Staff shall review the proposed location and dimensions of each MVU to ensure compliance with the review criteria contained herein, and provide a recommendation.
Once an individual or assembly MVU application is approved, a permit fee shall be paid by the applicant, and business tax receipt or certificate of use received, prior to the operation
of the MVU.
5. Expiration. Each approval for an MVU shall be effective for one (1) year, from October 1 until September 30, subject to annual renewal. Assembly permits are subject to the Special
Event Permit regulations.
6. Fees. The annual renewal fees for an MVU shall be paid to the Business Tax Division in accordance with the fee schedule as adopted by the city.
7. Suspension. Approval of an MVU or assembly permit may be temporarily suspended by the city under the following circumstances: 1) when necessary to clear sidewalk areas for a "community
or special event" authorized by the city; 2) when street, sidewalk, or utility repairs necessitate such action; or 3) when the city may cause the immediate removal or relocation of all
or parts of the MVU or assembly in emergency situations.
8. Denial or Revocation. The City Magistrate, for business tax receipt and certificate of use, shall have the power and authority to deny or revoke the issuance or renewal of any application
for MVU or Assembly under the provisions of these Regulations. In such instances, the applicant shall be notified in writing of the denial of an application or the suspension or revocation
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the grounds thereof. Upon such notification, the operation shall cease and desist until final action or outcome of the Magistrate. An application approved under these Regulations may
be recommended for suspension or revocation by staff, based on one (1) or more of the following:
a. Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Cancellation of the vendor's permit issued by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants of the Florida Department of Business
and Professional Regulation.
b. Expiration. Expiration, suspension, revocation or cancellation of any other business tax receipt, certificate of use or permit required by the vendor.
c. Fraud. The permit was procured by fraud or false representation of fact.
d. Consent. The abutting property owner or tenant withdraws consent, in writing, for the mobile vending unit.
e. Violations. Violations of this or any other ordinance, the city's municipal code, conditions of permit, or when conditions exist that present a threat to the public health, safety,
or welfare.
f. Miscellaneous. If determined to be noncompliant with the review criteria contained herein or otherwise inconsistent with the original approval, or changing conditions warrant the
removal of the unit from the site.
9. Appeal. Applicants who have been denied a request for an MVU or assembly permit or who have had their approval revoked may formally appeal such denial or revocation to the City Commission
in accordance with Chapter 1, Article VIII.
D. Modification to Development Order.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose and intent of this subsection is to set forth a well defined application process, review criteria, and uniform procedure for processing requests to
amend, modify, or delete any condition of approval of a previously approved development order.
b. Applicability. This application shall be applicable to any proposed amendment, modification, or deletion of any condition of approval of a previously approved development order.
2. Submittal Requirements. The applicant shall submit a letter indicating the condition or conditions requested to be modified, a detailed explanation for the proposed modification
to the condition(s), and thorough responses to the review criteria of Section 6.D.3. below.
3. Review Criteria. The City Commission must find that the subject application meets the intent of the original condition, or that there are substantial mitigating factors, changing
conditions, or new evidence that causes the condition to be unnecessary or burdensome. The following review criteria shall be used to justify an application for modification:
a. Whether the proposed request would demonstrate consistency with the Comprehensive Plan.
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b. Whether the proposed request would not significantly detract from the livability or appearance of the city, and would be consistent with the established or desired character of the
area or with the applicable redevelopment plan.
c. Whether the proposed request would further the intent of the city's environmental regulations, including the Tree Preservation Ordinance.
d. Whether the proposed request would have an adverse impact on property values of abutting or adjacent land.
e. Whether the proposed request would seriously reduce the quality or quantity of light and air available to adjacent properties.
f. Whether the proposed request is necessary to further the objectives of the city to promote sustainability in development, economic development and business promotion, and/or the provision
for affordable housing.
g. Whether the proposed request meets the purpose and intent of these Regulations but conflicts with another site development standard or requirement, including sustainable development
and green initiatives.
4. Approval Process. Staff shall review each application and provide a recommendation to the City Commission. The City Commission's options shall include, but not be limited to the
following: 1) approve; 2) approve with conditions; 3) deny; or 4) remand the item to the Advisory Board for a review and recommendation. When the targeted condition was originally
recommended by an advisory board, such advisory board shall review the application first and provide a recommendation to the City Commission.
5. Expiration. The approval of a modification to a development order shall remain valid as long as the corresponding application remains in effect. The approval of a modification does
not extend the life of the corresponding application for whose the of the condition of approval of whose development order the subject request proposes to modify, amend, or delete.
E. Sidewalk Café Approval.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose and intent of this subsection is to set forth a well defined application process, review criteria, and uniform procedure for processing requests for
sidewalk café approval.
b. Applicabilty. This subsection is applicable to any sidewalk café proposed on any sidewalk (within a public right of way) within the boundaries of the Community Redevelopment Agency
(CRA), in accordance with Chapter 3, Article V, Section 9. It shall be unlawful for anyone to operate a sidewalk café without first obtaining the necessary approval. Sidewalk cafés
shall be located only where permissible as prescribed herein.
c. Rules. For the purposes of this subsection, a "site plan" shall be construed to include either a new site plan or a major site plan modification.
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2. Submittal Requirements. See Section 1.D. above for the submittal requirements of this application.
3. Review Criteria. Compliance with the regulations and limitations of a sidewalk café (see Chapter 3, Article V, Section 9). Review shall not continue on an application if it is determined
that the property is the subject of any outstanding fines, monies, fees, taxes, or other charges owed to the city by the current or past owners or operators of the property requesting
a sidewalk café permit.
4. Approval Process. Staff shall review each request for a sidewalk café approval for compliance with the regulations of Chapter 3, Article V, Section 9 and provide a recommendation
to the CRA. The CRA shall take the following action: 1) approve; 2) approve with conditions; 3) deny; or 4) table the item until more information is collected. Site constraints and
site plan functionality shall be satisfactorily addressed to justify the request.
5. Approval Process. Staff shall review each request for sidewalk café approval for compliance with the regulations of Chapter 3, Article V, Section 9, and provide a recommendation.
The application shall be forwarded to the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA). The CRA shall make a recommendation to the City Commission, and the City Commission shall take the following
action: 1) approve; 2) approve with conditions; 3) table or defer their decision to a subsequent meeting in order to collect additional information or conduct further analyses; or 4)
deny the request for sidewalk café approval. Once a sidewalk café application is approved by the City Commission, a fee shall be paid by the applicant and business tax receipt received
prior to the operation of the sidewalk café.
6. Expiration. Each approval shall be effective for one (1) year, from October 1 until September 30, subject to annual renewal.
7. Fees. The annual renewal fees for a sidewalk café shall be paid to the Business Tax Division in accordance with the fee schedule as adopted by the city.
8. Revocation or Suspension of Approval. The approval for a sidewalk café may be temporarily or permanently suspended by the city under the following circumstances:
a. When it is necessary to clear sidewalk areas for a "community or special event" authorized by the city.
b. When street, sidewalk, or utility repairs necessitate such action or in an emergency situation.
c. Any necessary business or health permit, or the required insurance has been suspended, revoked or cancelled.
d. Any current violation of the City Code, County Code, or State Law on the premises has been found.
e. The operator exceeds the approved square footage by placing any additional tables, chairs, etc., beyond the approved area.
f. Changing conditions of pedestrian or vehicular traffic causes congestion necessitating removal of the sidewalk café. Such decisions shall be based upon findings of the city that
the minimum required pedestrian path is insufficient under existing circumstances and represents a danger to the health, safety or general welfare of pedestrians or vehicular traffic.
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g. The operator has failed to correct any violations of this article or conditions of approval within twenty-four (24) hours of receipt of the city notice of same, delivered in writing
to such operator.
9. Revocation or Suspension Process.
a. The city shall serve, by certified mail or hand delivery to the address provided on the application, a written notice to the operator of the sidewalk café in those instances when
the city believes the operator of the sidewalk café has engaged or is engaged in conduct warranting suspension or revocation of the sidewalk café. The written complaint shall cite the
following elements: 1) the regulation and/or any ordinance that was, or is being violated by the operator; 2) the action the operator shall take or cease, in order to rectify the violation,
if any; and 3) a reasonable time period for which the operator can cure such violation.
b. The operator shall be given adequate opportunity to request a review as provided herein, unless the city finds that an emergency condition exists, which poses serious danger to the
public health, safety, morals, or welfare of the city; in which case, advance notice and hearing is not required. The licensee shall immediately be advised of the action taken by the
city in the instances of an emergency suspension or revocation.
c. In non emergency suspension or revocation situations, staff shall place the request to suspend or revoke the approval of the sidewalk café on the CRA agenda within a reasonable timeframe.
The recommendation of the CRA shall be placed on the same City Commission agenda as the other items from the same meeting.
d. In emergency suspension or revocation situations, where prior approval is immediately suspended or revoked, a review of the operator's request for re instatement shall follow as soon
as the agenda schedule allows.
e. The decision of the City Commission shall be final. An applicant shall not be permitted to apply for another sidewalk café approval for a minimum of one (1) year following revocation
by the City Commission.
f. Any person or entity operating a sidewalk café without approval or any property owner allowing the operation of a sidewalk café without approval shall be subject to penalties as provided
in Chapter 1, Article I, Section 7.A.
10. Appeal. Any aggrieved party may appeal a final decision of the City Commission under this subsection by writ of certiorari as provided in Chapter 1, Article VIII.
F. Wireless Communication Facilities (WCF). See Chapter 3, Article V, Section 13 for the regulations pertaining to the review process of WCF.
G. Zoning Verification.
1. General. The purpose and intent of this subsection is to set forth a uniform procedure for the processing of formal requests from the public for written information from the city
on zoning and land development regulations (i.e. zoning verification) or other data associated with real property or the applicable process for development or redevelopment thereof.
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2. Submittal Requirements. The request shall be represented by a letter describing the desired information and must include any applicable details on the subject property, such as a
legal description, site address, property owner, and the like.
3. Issuance of Zoning Verification Letter. Staff shall review each request and provide a written response.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10; Am. Ord. 12 010, passed 6 19 12; Am. Ord. 12-016, passed 10-2-12; Am. Ord. 13-027, ( 2, passed 10-1-13; Am. Ord. 15 003, passed 3 17 15)
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ARTICLE III. ENGINEERING DIVISION SERVICES
Sec. 1. General.
A. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this article is to set forth uniform and well defined procedures for each application processed by the Engineering Division. Each application
is intended to ensure that:
1. Compliance. Development and construction related activities within the city are consistent with all land development regulations, the Engineering Design Handbook and Construction
Standards (EDHCS), and all other applicable standards and requirements set forth by the city or other public entities having jurisdictional responsibility;
2. Public Purpose. Development and supportive facilities and services further the public health, safety, appearance, and general welfare; and
3. Compatibility. Development infrastructure and construction related activities are compatible and coordinated with existing and anticipated development in the immediate area surrounding
the site.
B. Administration. The City Engineer or designee shall be responsible for the overall coordination and administration of land development applications within this article.
C. Preapplication Conference. A preapplication conference with the Engineering Division is encouraged for each application or construction related activity regulated by this article
prior to the preparation and submission of such application.
D. Completeness. An application will be processed by the Engineering Division when it is deemed complete, including all related submittal documents. Please note that the City Engineer
or designee may rule that certain required items may be excluded from the submittal, and the finding of an application "complete" shall not constitute a determination of compliance with
the substantive requirements of city or state regulations, or any other applicable codes.
E. Fees. Fees shall be paid when each application is submitted to the Engineering Division and in the amount as adopted from time to time by the City Commission.
F. Terms and Definitions. See Chapter 1, Article II for all applicable terms and definitions which pertain to the applications and processes contained herein.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10)
Sec. 2. Subdivision and Platting.
A. General.
1. Purpose and Intent. The purpose and intent of this subsection is to implement the goals, objectives, and policies of the Comprehensive Plan, by setting forth uniform and well defined
application processes, and information to guide in the review of the subdivision and platting of real property.
2. Applicability. The regulations set forth in this subsection shall apply as follows:
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a. General Requirements. No property shall be platted, recorded, sold, or any land development permit be issued by the city unless the subdivision or lot line modification meets all
the applicable laws of the State of Florida and has been approved in accordance with the requirements of these Land Development Regulations. These requirements or regulations are not
intended to repeal, abrogate, annul, or in any way, impair or interfere with private restrictions placed upon property by deed, covenant, or private agreement, except that where this
subsection imposes higher standards than imposed by such deeds, covenants, or private agreements, then the provisions of this subsection shall apply. The city shall not be responsible
for enforcement of such deeds, covenants, or agreements. Unless otherwise exempt from this subsection, all subdivision of land is subject to the platting requirements contained herein.
Preliminary parcel layout and improvements are shown in the preliminary plat, while the final plat indicates the legal subdivision of land subject to Florida Statutes. To obtain approval
for a development in the City of Boynton Beach, the developer shall submit both a preliminary plat and a final plat to the City Engineer, and shall notify the Director of Planning and
Zoning of same. No final plat of any subdivision shall be recorded in the Office of the Clerk of the Court of Palm Beach County until the subdivision or other subject change has been
duly approved by the city in the manner prescribed herein. No division of land through a lot line modification shall be recorded in the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser's Office
until after the city has approved the application. All final plats and applications for lot line modifications shall be recorded in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Palm
Beach County.
b. Unlawful Sale or Transfer of Property. It shall be unlawful for a property owner or agent to sell, transfer, or convey ownership of a subdivision plat if such subdivision plat has
not been formally approved by the city and recorded with the Palm Beach County Clerk or the Circuit Court. The owner or agent shall be guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable
as provided by Florida Statutes if such unlawful use is made of a plat prior to it being formally approved by the city and properly recorded with the Palm Beach County Clerk or Circuit
Court.
c. Building Permits Subject to Final Plat or Lot Line Modification Approval. Unless otherwise determined by the City Engineer, no building permit shall be issued and no city service
may be rendered until a final plat or lot line modification has been approved by the city and properly recorded as contained herein.
d. Creation of Subdivision by Joint Owners of Land. Where it may subsequently become evident that a subdivision is being created by the recording of deeds by metes and bounds description
of tracts of land, the city may, at its discretion, require all the owners involved to jointly file a plat of the subdivision being so created or require all owners of record to jointly
conform to the applicable provisions of this article as are requisite for the issuance of building permits or the furnishing of any city service.
e. Deeds, Covenants, and Other Private Restrictions. These regulations are not intended to repeal, abrogate, annul, or in any way, impair or interfere with private restrictions placed
upon property by deed, covenant, or private agreement, except that where this article imposes higher standards than imposed by such deeds, covenants, or private agreements, then the
provisions of this subsection shall apply. The city shall not be responsible for enforcement of such deeds, covenants, or agreements.
3. Lot Line Modification. A lot line modification shall be required when a property owner or agent desires to subdivide real property and the City Engineer determines that platting
and replatting is not required. In these instances, approval of a lot line modification is required from the Planning and
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Zoning Division in accordance with Chapter 2, Article II, Section 6.B. in order to ensure compliance with all development regulations.
B. Preliminary Plat.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of a preliminary plat is to provide adequate and necessary descriptive information regarding the proposed subdivision, dividing, and platting of real
property in order to facilitate an expeditious final platting process. The intent is to set forth uniform and well defined application processes, and information to guide in the thorough
and timely review of the preliminary plat application.
b. Applicability. No person, firm, corporation or any other association shall combine lots, tracts, or parcels of land for development purposes, or to subdivide a tract of land except
in conformity with this chapter. No development or subdivision shall be platted or recorded, or any building permit or land development permit be issued, unless such subdivision or
development meets all the provisions of this chapter and those of any applicable Florida Statutes, unless a waiver of platting has been issued in accordance with Section 5 below.
c. Prerequisite to the Preliminary Plat. Pursuant to Chapter 2, Article II, Section 2.D.6., master plan approval shall be required prior to the consideration of any proposed platting
or replatting of a planned zoning district.
2. Submittal Requirements. A written request shall be submitted to the City Engineer and accompanied by four (4) copies of the preliminary plat, conceptual, or phasing plan. The conceptual
or phasing plans shall have the same level of detail as that typically shown on a "master plan" or "site plan" as described in Chapter 2, Article II and the definitions (Chapter 1, Article
II). In addition, the preliminary plat, conceptual plan, or phasing plan, whichever is submitted, shall illustrate ingress egress locations/easements, landscape easements, limited access
easements, storm drainage easements, utility easements, etc. and all other applicable conditions of approval (COA) attached to the development order (DO) that were issued by the City
Commission upon master plan and site plan approval.
3. Review Criteria. The preliminary plat shall meet requirements of the final plat, except that it shall be submitted without the required signatures and seals. It may also be submitted
without maintenance and use covenants, condominium documents, deeds, or other legal documents not related to the survey or engineering design of the project.
4. Approval Process. The City Engineer or designee shall review the preliminary plat application to ensure that it complies with the requirements of Section 2.B.3. above.
C. Final Plat.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this subsection is to provide a procedure for preparing plat documents consistent with development regulations of the city and to create documentation
of physical characteristics of land proposed for development within the city.
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b. Applicability. No person, firm, corporation or any other association shall combine lots, tracts, or parcels of land for development purposes, or to subdivide a tract of land except
in conformity with this chapter. No development or subdivision shall be platted or recorded, or any land development or building permit be issued, unless such subdivision or development
meets all the provisions of this chapter and those of any applicable Florida Statutes, unless a waiver of platting has been issued in accordance with Section 5 below.
All developments or redevelopments that are subject to the requirements of this article shall require a plat prepared by a registered land surveyor and mapper in compliance with this
chapter and the requirements of all provisions of Florida Statutes. Depending on the characteristics of the development, the platting requirements would be satisfied by the approval
of one (1) of the following types of plats:
(1) Boundary Plat. "Boundary plat" is generally used when assembling multiple parcels of land, tracts or lots into a single parcel for development purposes. Project types would include
rental apartments, public facilities, shopping centers, and industrial developments where "unity of title" ownership is required. A boundary plat may be submitted when portions of an
existing subdivision or parcels of land being assembled to create a single developable property are of such simplicity or are surrounded by such development as to justify the waiving
of the requirements for preparing a full replat. For the sole purpose of determining application fees, a boundary plat submittal shall be considered a pre application submittal. All
provisions of F.S. Ch. 177 and these Land Development Regulation shall fully apply to every boundary plat including, but not limited to, those tangible improvements required in Chapter
4, Article VIII (Roadways, Utilities, and Infrastructure Design Standards) not already in place.
(2) Record Plat. A "record plat" is generally used when land assembly or subdivision would ultimately yield multiple parcels under individual ownership. Project types would include
single family subdivisions, townhome developments, condominiums, retail centers, or office warehouse and similar developments.
c. City Engineer Determination. Other types of plat documents may be applicable to a new development. The City Engineer shall review those cases to determine which platting process
is appropriate. However, a new boundary survey for any replat is required when the replat affects any boundary of the previously platted property or when improvements which may affect
the boundary of the previously platted property have been made on the lands to be replatted.
d. Exemptions to Platting.
(1) Eligibility. A waiver of the platting requirement may be considered when the land is to be divided into no more than two (2) contiguous lots and no more than three (3) regularly
shaped areas are to be dedicated to the City of Boynton Beach (easements, tracts, parks, rights of way, etc.) and because:
(a) Unusual conditions are created by ownership or development of adjacent lands;
(b) The land concerned is isolated or remote in its relationship to other platted or improved lands; or
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(c) The improvements and dedications existing on the land are substantially in accordance with the requirements of this chapter and if the waiving of the requirements for platting would
not conflict with the purpose and intent of this chapter.
(2) Requirements in Lieu of Platting. If platting is not required, a certified survey shall be submitted to the City Engineer, who may require deeded rights of way and easements, reservations
or improvements required in connection with platting under this chapter, including the posting of surety to carry out the intent and purpose of this chapter.
e. Substitutions to Platting. The submission of a master plan for a boundary plat may be waived at the option of the City Engineer.
f. Prerequisite to Platting. Approval of a master plan shall be required prior to the consideration of any proposed platting or replatting in instances when rezoning to planned developments
(as defined by Chapter 1, Article II). See Chapter 2, Article II, Section 2.D.6. for the regulations pertaining to the master plan application process. Master plan review shall not
be required when rezoning lands to conventional residential zoning districts.
2. Submittal Requirements. Upon filing an application for final plat approval, the developer shall pay the applicable fee as adopted by resolution of the City Commission from time to
time to help defray the cost of processing the final plat review. The final plat shall conform to the corresponding approved master plan. Failure to submit the final plat within six
(6) months from the date of application shall require submittal. The submittal package for final plat shall include the following:
a. Final Plat. Six (6) copies of the final plat, drawn or printed on twenty-four inch by thirty-six inch (24" x 36") line and one (1) chronoflex, mylar, or other approved time stable
material. The final plat shall be prepared by a professional surveyor and mapper currently registered in the State of Florida, and is to be clearly and legibly drawn with black permanent
drawing ink or veritype process to a scale of not smaller than one (1) inch equals one hundred (100) feet, or as otherwise determined by the City Engineer;
b. Construction Plans. Four (4) sets of the construction plans, which shall be reviewed for technical compliance, along with approved Health Department permits for sewer and water,
in accordance with city requirements;
c. Surety. Surety guaranteeing that all work required whether public or private will be completed in full accordance with the plat and approved construction plans; with all development
conditions attached thereto; and with the Boynton Beach Land Development Regulations. Surety for required utility system improvements shall be coordinated directly with the Utilities
Department, whether they will remain private or conveyed to the city upon completion of their construction. Surety shall be in substantially the form and amount delineated in Section
6 below;
Restoration surety in compliance with Section 6 below in the amount of one hundred ten percent (110%) of the engineer's certified cost for restoring the site to its original condition
including, but not limited to, repair of access/haul routes; seed; sod; landscaping; drainage and utilities;
d. Maintenance Agreements. A copy of the property owner's association documents, if applicable, shall be required. These documents shall indicate the maintenance responsibility for
street lighting and shall provide for the formation of a special taxing district to assume maintenance
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responsibility for the street lighting system in the event of the dissolution of the property owners association;
e. Legal Documents. Supplementary material as required by the office of the City Engineer, i.e. deeds, easements, etc., when access, drainage, or utility services cannot be accomplished
through platted rights of way deeds or easements to accomplish access, drainage or utility service;
f. Fees. Upon filing application for final plat approval, the developer shall pay a processing fee, and an administrative fee equal to a percentage of the estimated cost of construction
of improvements. Said fee shall be as adopted by resolution of the City Commission, and shall be paid in full prior to placing final plat approval on a City Commission agenda; and
g. Miscellaneous. Failure to submit the final plat to the City Engineer within six (6) months from the date of application shall require resubmittal.
3. Review Criteria. The final plat shall be drawn or printed on linen, chronoflex, mylar, or other approved time stable material and sized twenty-four (24) inches by thirty-six (36)
inches. The final plat shall be prepared by a professional surveyor and mapper currently registered in the State of Florida, and is to be clearly and legibly drawn with black permanent
drawing ink or veritype process to a scale of not smaller than one (1) inch equals one hundred (100) feet, or as otherwise determined by the City Engineer. The final plat shall be prepared
in accordance with the provisions of F.S. Chapter 177, as amended, and shall conform to the following additional requirements:
a. Index. When more than a single sheet must be used to accurately portray the lands being developed or subdivided, the first sheet shall contain an index plus a map showing the entire
development delineating the number of the sheet where each portion is shown. Each sheet must show the particular number of that sheet, the total number of sheets included and clearly
labeled matchlines to show where other sheets match or adjoin.
b. Name of Development. The plat shall have a title or name acceptable to the city. When the plat is a new development, the name of the development shall not duplicate nor be phonetically
similar to the name of any existing or approved development. When the plat is an addition to a recorded subdivision, it shall carry the same name as the existing subdivision and labeled
as an addition.
c. Private Streets and Related Facilities. All streets and their related facilities designed to serve more than one (1) property owner shall be dedicated to public use; however, private
streets shall be permitted within property under single ownership such as a property owners' association, and shall be constructed in accordance with design requirements of public streets.
Where private streets are permitted, ownership and maintenance association documents shall be submitted with the final plat and the dedication contained on the plat shall clearly dedicate
the roads and maintenance responsibility to the association without recourse to the city or any other public agency. The rights of way and related facilities shall be identified as
tracts for road purposes under specific ownership.
d. Title. The plat shall have a title printed in bold legible letters containing the name of the development; the name of the city, county and state; the section, township and range
as applicable and if the plat is a replat, amendment or addition to an existing development or subdivision, it shall include the words "section, unit, replat, amendment, etc.". All
plats for planned developments shall be identified as to the type of development being platted. For example, all planned unit
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developments shall contain "P.U.D." within the title; all planned commercial developments shall contain "P.C.D." within the title; all planned industrial developments shall contain "P.I.D."
within the title; or any combination thereof shall be identified within the title of the plat.
e. Description. Each plat shall show a full and detailed boundary description of the land embraced in the plat. The plat must be so complete that the starting point can be determined
and the boundaries run without reference to the map.
f. Dedications, Certifications, and Approvals. The plat shall contain on the face or first page the following certifications and approvals, acknowledged as required by law, all being
in the form set forth herein.
(1) Dedications. The purpose of all reserved areas shown on the plat shall be defined in the dedication. All areas reserved for use by the residents of the development shall be so
dedicated. All areas reserved for public use, such as parks, rights of way for roads, streets or alleys, shall be so dedicated; easements for utilities, rights of way and easements
for drainage purposes and any other area, however designated, shall be dedicated by the owner of the land at the time the plat is recorded. When the owner is a corporation, the dedication
shall be signed on behalf of the corporation by the president or vice president and the secretary or assistant secretary, respectively, as set forth in paragraph (2) below.
(2) Mortgagee's Consent and Approval. All mortgages along with the mortgagee's consent and approval of the dedication are required on all plats where mortgages encumber the land to
be platted. The signature(s) of the mortgagee(s) must be witnessed and the execution must be acknowledged in the same manner as mortgages are required to be witnessed and acknowledged.
In case a mortgagee is a corporation, the consent and approval shall be signed on behalf of the corporation by the president or vice president and the secretary or an assistant secretary,
respectively, by and with the authority of the board of directors.
(3) Certification. The plat shall contain the signature, registration number and official seal of the surveyor and mapper certifying that the plat complies with F.S. Chapter 177, as
amended, and these Regulations. When plats are recorded and improvements are to be accomplished under surety posted as provided for by these Regulations, the required improvements and
surety shall include P.C.P.'s.
(4) City Approval. The plat shall be reviewed for conformity to F.S. Ch. 177, as amended, by a professional surveyor and mapper, either by or under contract to the city, and evidence
of this review shall be shown on the plat. The plat shall also contain the approval and signature block and date for the Mayor and the City Engineer with the acknowledgment and signature
of the City Clerk.
(5) County Approval. The plat, when required by the City Commission, shall also contain the date of approval of the Board of County Commissioners; the signature block of the Chairman
of the Board; the signature block of the County Engineer; and the acknowledgment and signature block of the Clerk of the Circuit Court.
(6) Certification of Title. A title certificate shall be contained on the face of the first page of the plat. The title certificate shall state:
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(a) That the lands as described and shown on the plat are in the name, and that apparent record title is held by the person, persons or organizations, executing the dedication;
(b) That all taxes have been paid on said lands as required by F.S. ( 197.192, as amended; and,
(c) All mortgages on the land and indicate their official record book and page number.
The title certification must be an opinion of an attorney at law licensed in Florida, or the certification of an abstractor or a title insurance company licensed in Florida.
g. Survey Data. The final plat shall show the length of all arcs together with central angles, radii, and points of curvature including, but not limited to, block corner radii. Sufficient
survey data shall be shown to positively describe the boundary of each lot, block, right of way, easement and all other areas shown on the plat and all areas shall be within the boundary
of the plat as shown in the description. The survey data contained on the plat shall also include:
(1) The scale, both stated and graphically illustrated, shall be shown on each sheet.
(2) A prominent north arrow shall be drawn on every sheet included showing any portion of the lands subdivided. The bearing or azimuth reference shall be clearly stated on the face
of the plat in the notes or legend.
(3) The point of beginning shall be boldly shown together with the letters P.O.B. in bold letters.
(4) All intersecting street lines shall be joined to form required safe sight corners pursuant to city standards, and all dimensions shall be shown.
(5) All adjoining property shall be identified by a subdivision name, plat book and page or, if unplatted, the land shall be so designated.
(6) Permanent reference monuments shall be shown in the manner prescribed by F.S. Ch. 177, as amended. All information pertaining to the location of "P.R.M. s" shall be indicated in
note form on the plat. Permanent control points and permanent reference monuments shall be designed and set as prescribed by F.S. Ch. 177, as amended.
(7) A space, sized three (3) inches by five (5) inches, shall be reserved in the upper right corner on each plat sheet for the purposes of recording information by the Clerk of the Circuit
Court.
(8) The map shall mathematically close within one hundredth (.01) of a foot, and shall be accurately tied to all township, range and section lines occurring within the subdivision by
distance and bearing. In addition, the initial point in the description shall be accurately tied to the nearest quarter section corner, section corner or government corner.
(9) The initial point in the description shall be accurately tied to the nearest quarter section corner or government corner. Each government corner being used shall be identified.
If the development being platted is a re subdivision of a previously recorded subdivision, then a tie to a permanent reference monument from the parent plat is sufficient. If the development
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a re subdivision of a part of a previously recorded subdivision, sufficient ties to controlling lines appearing on the parent plat must be provided to permit an overlay. The position
and orientation of the plat shall conform to the Florida State Plan Coordinate System in the manner established by the City Engineer and prescribed in the Engineering Division's Design
Handbook and associated forms.
(10) The cover sheet or first page of the plat shall show a vicinity sketch, showing the subdivision's location in reference to other areas of the city.
(11) A complete legend of abbreviations shall be shown.
(12) All lettering on the plat shall be at a minimum one-tenth (0.10) of an inch in height.
(13) The plat boundary and all parcels shown on the development or subdivision plats intended to be conveyed in fee title shall be delineated by solid lines.
(14) Lines intersecting curves shall be noted as radial or non radial as the case may be.
(15) A note addressing any abandoned underlying lands or easements, including record information, shall be shown.
(16) Tabulation of survey data:
(a) The use of tangent tables is not permitted. However, at the discretion of the City Engineer on a case by case basis, the use of a tangent table to reflect corner clip (safe sight)
chords may be permitted if deemed necessary to meet requirements of neatness and clarity of the plat. Scale factors shall not be considered. Such tables, when permitted, must appear
on the map sheet to which they refer and tangents shall be numbered consecutively through the entire presentation.
(b) Curve data may be tabulated subject to the following conditions or exceptions:
(i) External boundary or centerline curve data may not be tabulated.
(ii) Where data is tabulated, a minimum of the delta angle, radius and arc length and the curve designation number or letter will be shown on the plat.
(iii) Curve tables reflecting the tabulated data will appear on the map sheet on which the curves appear.
h. Lot and Block Identification. Each lot and block shall be numbered or lettered. All lots shall be numbered or lettered by progressive numbers or letters individually throughout
the subdivision or progressively numbered or lettered in each block. Blocks in each incremental plat shall be numbered or lettered consecutively throughout a subdivision.
i. Street Names. The plat shall contain the name of each street shown on the plat. Proposed streets which are in alignment with other existing and named streets shall bear the same
name of the existing street. In no case, except as indicated in the preceding sentence, shall the name of the proposed street, excluding a numerical system, duplicate or be phonetically
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street names, regardless of the use of the modifier "street," "avenue," "boulevard," "drive," "place," "court," etc.
j. Excluded Parcels. Where an excluded parcel is completely surrounded by areas included within the plat, sufficient easements or right of way to provide necessary access, utilities,
and drainage to the excluded parcel shall be provided. No strip or parcel of land shall be reserved by the owner unless the same is sufficient in size and area to be of some particular
use or service. The intended use of all reserved areas shall be shown on the plat in note form on the cover sheet.
k. Easements. All plats shall show easements, including but not limited to landscape easements, limited access easements, storm drainage easements, utility easements, etc.
The plat shall contain a statement that no buildings or structures shall be placed within easements. Easements for proper drainage shall be provided where necessary at a width adequate
to accommodate the drainage facilities. A minimum width of twelve (12) feet shall be provided for underground storm drainage installations. Where canals or ditches are permitted, the
width shall be adequate to accommodate drainage facilities plus twenty (20) feet on one (1) side to permit equipment to enter for maintenance purposes.
Easements for supporting utility systems shall also be provided where necessary at a width adequate to accommodate their depths. A minimum width of twelve (12) feet shall be provided
for these systems. Where sanitary sewer systems are greater than five (5) feet in depth, the minimum utility easement width shall be twice the greatest depth point on any link segment
plus two (2) feet in order to access the system during any servicing required task.
l. Reservations and Restrictive Covenants. Restrictions pertaining to the type and use of water supply; type and use of sanitary facilities; use and benefits of water areas, canals
and other open spaces; odd shaped and substandard parcels; restrictions controlling building lines; establishment and maintenance of buffer strips and walls; and restrictions of similar
nature shall require the establishment of restrictive covenants and such covenants shall be noted on the plat. Documents pertaining to restrictive covenants shall be submitted with
the final plat.
m. Waterways. Land which includes any existing or proposed private waterways shall be included on the original plat together with formal acceptance of maintenance by the subdivider,
his grantees and assigns, for said waterways including vegetated littoral zones, and, further the duty, at their expense, of keeping same free of weeds, hyacinths, cloggage or other
debris or noxious material.
n. Mobile Home Park Developments. Mobile home subdivisions shall be in the proper zone for such development and prior to the submittal of the final plat and supporting data shall have
the approval of the final zoning authority and shall meet all of the requirements of the zoning code. The dedication on the plat of a mobile home subdivision shall include the following
additional provisions or wording equal hereto: "Said owner(s) hereby dedicate(s) the lots shown on the plat exclusively for mobile home or trailer parking and use incidental thereto,
except as to the lots indicated for other purposes on the plat. Mobile home or trailer parking is allowed only on the indicated lots. Areas indicated as parks or playgrounds are dedicated
for the use of the owners of the lots shown on this plat."
Mobile home subdivision plats shall conform to all the requirements of these Regulations and the requirements of F.S. Chapter 177, as amended.
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o. Master Plan. The final plat shall conform to the corresponding approved master plan, when applicable.
p. Miscellaneous. All plats shall show ingress egress locations and all other applicable conditions of approval (COA) attached to the development order (DO) that were issued by the
City Commission upon master plan or site plan approval.
4. Approval Process. The City Engineer, or his or her designee, shall examine the final plat as to its compliance with the constitution and statutes of the State of Florida and the
ordinances of the City of Boynton Beach and shall in writing, within thirty (30) days, report his finding, recommendations or approval to the plat preparer. Reference shall be made
to the specific article, section and paragraph with which the final plat does not comply. If deficiencies exist, they shall be corrected by the plat preparer. If the final plat meets
the provisions of these Regulations, and complies with the statutes of the State of Florida and the ordinances of the City of Boynton Beach, the City Engineer shall submit the final
plat to the City Commission for approval. The City Commission may, after its approval, also require county approval prior to recording.
The final plat, signed and sealed, reviewed by a professional surveyor and mapper, signed by the Mayor and the City Engineer, and acknowledged by the City Clerk, shall be presented to
the Palm Beach County Clerk (or county engineer if county approval is required) to complete the formal recording process.
5. Modification to Plat. Any proposed modification to an existing plat of record shall be considered a replat or an amended plat, as determined by the City Engineer. Any request to
replat a previously platted subdivision shall be processed in accordance with Section 2.B. above.
6. Previously Platted Subdivisions.
a. Active Subdivision Development. A plat and/or improvement plans for a subdivision that has been approved under the subdivision regulations adopted by the City Council on March 25,
1959, and amendments thereto, may be completed as approved under those regulations with respect to the approved plans and/or plat. Additions thereto which have not been approved shall
be subject to the requirements of these Land Development Regulations.
b. Reversion of Subdivided Land to Acreage. The official records of Palm Beach County contain plats recorded prior to the adoption of these Land Development Regulations governing development
in the City of Boynton Beach. Such plats show areas within the city which have been platted as subdivisions, but which have either been partially improved or developed or remain unimproved
or undeveloped. These areas, if fully or partially developed as platted, would not conform to the current needs of urbanization in the city as established herein.
The City Commission shall have the power, on its own motion, to order the vacation and reversion to acreage of all or any part of such subdivision within the incorporated areas of the
city, including the vacation of streets or other parcels of land dedicated for public purposes or any portion of such streets or other parcels. Such order of vacation and reversion
of subdivision plats may only be made by the City Commission if a plat of the subdivision was recorded as provided by law not less than five (5) years before the date of proposed reversion
to acreage; and the subdivision or part thereof proposed to be reverted to acreage, not more than thirty-five percent (35%) of the unimproved portion of the subdivision area has been
sold as lots with sixty-five percent (65%) left under one (1) ownership.
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Prior to ordering such a vacation and reversion to acreage the City Commission shall hold a public hearing relative to the proposed vacation and reversion to acreage, with prior notice
thereof being given by publishing in a newspaper of local circulation the date of and the subject matter of the hearing at least once within the two (2) week period preceding the date
of such public hearing. At such public hearing, the vacation and reversion to acreage of subdivided land must be shown to conform to the comprehensive plan of the area and that the
public health, safety, economy, comfort, order, and welfare will be promoted thereby. No owner of any parcel of land in a subdivision so vacated shall be deprived of reasonable access
to or from such parcel to which such parcel has theretofore had access. Access after such vacation and reversion need not be the same as theretofore existing, but shall be reasonably
equivalent thereto. The owner or owners of a subdivision subject to vacation and reversion to acreage may at their option vacate or abandon the subdivision or portion thereof, or may
improve undeveloped rights of way or rights of way which have been partially improved at their cost and expense, provided such improvements comply with the provisions of these Regulations
and are acceptable to the City Commission for maintenance.
c. Improvement of Partially Developed Subdivisions. The improvement of partially developed subdivisions not subject to vacation and reversion to acreage shall comply with the requirements
of these Regulations and the following:
(1) Rights of Way. The existing right of way for local streets shall be considered sufficient, provided it is at least fifty (50) feet wide and the improvements comply with the fifty
(50) foot typical section for road construction contained in city standards. If the existing right of way is less than fifty (50) feet wide, additional right of way shall be provided
to make a total of not less than fifty (50) feet.
(2) Easements. Easements for proper drainage shall be provided where necessary at a width adequate to accommodate the drainage facilities. A minimum width of twelve (12) feet shall
be provided for underground storm drainage installations. Where canals or ditches are permitted, the width shall be adequate to accommodate drainage facilities plus twenty (20) feet
on one (1) side to permit equipment to enter for maintenance purposes.
(3) Platting. Compliance with platting sections of these Regulations is not required where the improvements are contained in existing platted rights of way and no additional right of way
dedication is needed. Drainage rights of way and easements where a plat is not required shall be accomplished by separate instrument dedicating the easement and/or rights of way for
such purposes.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10)
Sec. 3. Land Development Permit (LDP).
A. General.
1. Purpose and Intent. The purpose and intent of this subsection is to set forth a well defined application process, review criteria, and uniform procedure for the processing of land
development permits, and to ensure that developments comply with the drainage requirements of the South Florida Water Management District and other external agencies, and the respective
standards described in the Engineering Design Handbook and Construction Standards, the city's Code of Ordinances, and these Land Development Regulations.
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2. Applicability. The land development permit (LDP) shall be required prior to the commencement of any new construction (or modification) of site improvements, required infrastructure,
and activities listed hereunder. For the purposes of this subsection, a modification shall be construed to exclude simple maintenance and repairs of existing site improvements and infrastructure,
as determined by the City Engineer or designee. The LDP shall be required for the following:
a. Impervious Surfaces. Any new impervious surfaces of eight hundred (800) square feet or more;
b. Off Street Parking Areas. Off Street parking, vehicular use area, and loading zones on private property as described in Chapter 4, Article VI (Parking Lot, Vehicular Use Area, and
Loading Zone Standards);
c. Required Improvements. Any drainage, storm water and wastewater systems, and the other required improvements (e.g. utilities, streets, sidewalks, pedestrian and bicycle paths, etc.)
as described in Chapter 4, Article VIII (Roadways, Utilities, and Infrastructure Design Standards);
d. Landscaping and Irrigation. Landscaping, including its irrigation, located within rights of way or that which is required on private property pursuant to Chapter 4, Article II (Landscaping
Design and Buffering Standards);
e. Clearing and Grubbing Activities. Any proposal to cut down, move or remove, destroy, or effectively destroy through damaging any plant material protected under Chapter 4, Article
I (Environmental Protection Standards);
f. Excavation and Fill Activities. Any excavation, grading, dredging, or fill activities pursuant to Chapter 4, Article XI (Excavation and Fill Regulations);
g. Exterior Lighting. Any exterior site lighting located within public rights of way or that which is required in off street parking areas or other vehicular use areas pursuant to Chapter
4, Article VII (Exterior Lighting Standards); and
h. Abutting Rights of Way. The application for an LDP shall generally include any off site improvements and construction activity proposed to, or within, an abutting or contiguous right of way;
however, the City Engineer shall have the authority to require a right of way permit in those instances when the scope of work is such that it is not located within close proximity of
the subject property or abutting right of way, and is a considerable distance off site, and is not a direct component of the subject LDP.
3. Prerequisites to the Land Development Permit. The City Engineer or designee shall not commence the review of a land development permit application in instances when the Director
of Planning and Zoning or designee determines that a site plan or a modification thereof is necessary. See Chapter 2, Article II, Section 2.F. for the site plan review process. In
this section, the term "site plan" is also construed to include the master site plan and technical site plan review processes (see Chapter 2, Article II, Sections 3.A. and 3.B., respectively).
The review of an LDP application may occur concurrently with the review of a final plat in instances when the City Engineer determines a plat or replat is required, but in all instances,
the LDP shall not be issued until the final plat is approved.
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B. Submittal Requirements. An application form for a land development permit shall be provided by the Engineering Division. Unless the City Engineer or designee determines otherwise,
the applicant shall submit the completed form, pay the fee as adopted by resolution by the City Commission, and provide all documentation required hereunder:
1. Survey. Seven (7) surveys sized twenty-four inches by thirty-six inches (24" x 36"), not older than six (6) months, and one (1) additional copy sized eleven inches by seventeen inches
(11" x 17"), showing the subject property and any affected rights of way, including alleys, shall be prepared and sealed by a licensed surveyor. The surveys shall also illustrate the
following:
a. Total gross project acreage and square footage;
b. North arrow, scale, and legend;
c. Property boundaries, legal description, and property control number(s);
d. Existing natural features, including but not limited to lakes, trees and other vegetation, soils, and topography;
e. Existing buildings and structures, including dimensions, height, and use;
f. Existing utility lines and easements;
g. Existing ground elevations (street and finished floor); and
h. Permanent reference monuments and permanent control points as required by Chapter 4, Article VIII, Section 3.C.4.
2. Site Plan. Seven (7) site plans sized twenty-four inches by thirty-six inches (24" x 36") and one (1) additional copy sized eleven inches by seventeen inches (11" x 17") shall be
prepared and sealed by a professional architect, engineer, or landscape architect registered in the State of Florida. The site plan shall be drawn to scale and indicate the following:
a. Total gross project acreage and square footage;
b. North arrow, scale, and legend;
c. Future land use map classification (FLUM) and zoning district (from official zoning map);
d. Tabular summary indicating the total building area expressed in square footage, including non-residential floor area (if applicable) and intended use of such floor area;
e. Tabular summary indicating the total number of dwelling units (if applicable), including characteristics such as number of bedrooms, bathrooms, and size of each typical unit;
f. Tabular summary indicating square footage and percentage distribution of the total project site, including areas proposed for landscaped open space, vehicular use areas and other
paved surfaces, building coverage, and pervious and impervious surfaces;
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g. Tabular summary indicating number and ratio (methodology) of required and provided off street parking spaces and loading zones;
h. Existing buildings and structures which are to remain, and any proposed buildings and structures, including dimensions, height, setbacks, and use;
i. Proposed off street parking spaces, loading zones, and vehicular use areas (i.e. driveways), including dimensions, setbacks, traffic control markings, and signage;
j. Proposed sidewalks and pedestrian areas, including dimensions and setbacks;
k. Proposed fences and walls, including dimensions, setbacks, height, and material;
l. Proposed location of exterior freestanding lighting fixtures; and
m. Proposed dumpster or trash receptacle location(s).
3. Civil Engineering Drawings. Seven (7) civil engineering drawings sized twenty-four inches by thirty-six inches (24" x 36") and one (1) additional copy sized eleven inches by seventeen
inches (11" x 17") shall be prepared and sealed by a professional engineer registered in the State of Florida. The civil engineering drawings shall be drawn to scale and illustrate
the same general information as that shown on the site plan following (including associated easements and dedications), in addition to containing the following:
a. Paving and grading;
b. Potable water and sanitary sewer systems;
c. Stormwater management and drainage calculations that were used in the design of the water management system;
d. Stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) and/or erosion and sedimentation control (ESC) plan;
e. Typical sections and summary of quantities;
f. Street lighting;
g. Traffic control markings; and
h. Maintenance of traffic plan.
4. Landscape Plan. A detailed landscape plan shall only be required for those permit applications associated with the required landscaping as described in Chapter 4, Article II or by
the Engineering Design Handbook and Construction Standards. The applicant shall be required to submit seven (7) landscape plans sized twenty-four inches by thirty-six inches (24" x
36") and one (1) additional copy sized eleven inches by seventeen inches (11" x 17"), all of which drawn to scale, and prepared and sealed by a professional landscape architect in the
State of Florida. The plans shall illustrate the same general information as that shown on the site plan, in addition to containing the following:
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a. Existing and proposed vegetation (trees and shrubs), including species, height, and size, and any which are to remain;
b. Locations of protected or specimen trees;
c. Tabular summary of plant list indicating type of plant by common and botanical name, and quantity;
d. Proposed berms, watercourses, and other topographic features;
e. A notation on the method of irrigation;
f. Locations of required trash receptacles, bicycle racks, and trash receptacles; and
g. Locations of exterior lighting fixtures, utility structures (at grade and below grade), easements, and proposed civil engineering improvements.
5. Irrigation Plan. A detailed irrigation plan shall only be required for those permit applications associated with landscaping and irrigation lines as regulated under Chapter 4, Article
II (Landscape Design and Buffering Standards) or by the Engineering Design Handbook and Construction Standards. The applicant shall be required to submit seven (7) irrigation plans
sized twenty-four inches by thirty-six inches (24" x 36") and one (1) additional copy sized eleven inches by seventeen inches (11" x 17"), all of which drawn to scale, and prepared and
sealed by a professional landscape architect in the State of Florida. The plans shall illustrate the same general information as that shown on the site plan, in addition to containing
the following:
a. The irrigation system plans and specifications shall identify the materials to be used, the installation methods, and estimated monthly water savings as compared to non-microirrigation
systems;
b. Irrigation system plans and specifications shall undergo final testing and adjustments to achieve design specifications prior to completion of the system and acceptance by the owner(s
representative and the city;
c. The water use zones shall be shown on the irrigation plan and labeled as to their usage (e.g., turf zones, shrub zone, etc.);
d. Location and size of public water meter(s) (domestic and reclaimed) service(s), well or lake water or cistern storage source, pressure tank and rust chemical treatment;
e. Location and size of backflow prevention device, and automatic controller;
f. Static water and design pressure at point of connection and pressure-regulation valve shall be installed and maintained if static service pressure exceeds eighty (80) pounds per square
inch. The pressure regulating valve shall be located after the meter;
g. Location of power source (single or three (3) phase);
h. Location, type, size, and depth of all irrigation main and lateral lines, and sleeves;
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i. Location and type of all irrigation heads, quick couplers, gate valves, automatic flush valves, air vacuum relief valves, soil moisture sensors, control switches, pumps, starters,
and other related equipment;
j. Installation details and outline specifications for backflow prevention device, metal caging, controller, control valves, quick couplers, emitter heads, drip lines and emitters, automatic
and/or manual flush valves, air vacuum, relief valves, main line and later line pipe, wire connection details, and all other irrigation related operations;
k. Irrigation legend with symbol, size, manufacturer, model number, PSI and GPM shown on each sheet;
l. Irrigation general notes and outline specification and applicable to project;
m. Weekly and monthly watering schedule for each hydrozone;
n. Approval of irrigation system plans and specifications shall also require that the installer provide property owners and users with the following post construction documentation,
including as constructed drawings, recommended maintenance activities and schedules, operational schedule, design precipitation rates, instructions on adjusting the system to apply less
water after the landscape is established, maintenance schedule, water source water shut off method, and the manufacturer(s operational guide for their irrigation controller. When feasible,
similar information should be made available for subsequent property transfers;
o. In order to assist the property owner with the most efficient use of the irrigation system, the contractor shall supply the following information at the completion of the installation:
(1) As built irrigation plan:
(2) Irrigation scheduling information, with instructions for seasonal timer and sensor changes; and
(3) An irrigation valve site map detailing:
(a) Gallons per minute demands;
(b) Precipitation rates;
(c) Operating pressure requirements for each valve.
6. Tree Management Plan. A detailed tree management plan shall only be required for those permit applications associated with the removal of plant material as regulated under Chapter
4, Article I (Environmental Protection Standards). The applicant shall be required to submit seven (7) tree management plans sized twenty-four inches by thirty-six inches (24" x 36")
and one (1) additional copy sized eleven inches by seventeen inches (11" x 17"), all of which drawn to scale, and prepared and sealed by a professional landscape architect in the State
of Florida. The tree management plan shall illustrate the same general information as that shown on the site plan. The plan shall illustrate the trees
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that are to remain in place, as well as those which are to be relocated elsewhere on site, including a notation regarding the reason for relocation. The plans shall also indicate the
trees that are proposed to be removed and the reason for such removal.
7. Photometric Plan. A detailed photometric plan shall only be required for those permit applications associated with exterior lighting as regulated under Chapter 4, Article VII (Exterior
Lighting Standards) or by the Engineering Design Handbook and Construction Standards. The applicant shall be required to submit seven (7) photometric plans sized twenty-four inches
by thirty-six inches (24" x 36") and one (1) additional copy sized eleven inches by seventeen inches (11" x 17"), all of which drawn to scale, and prepared and sealed by a professional
engineer in the State of Florida. The plans shall illustrate the same general information as that shown on the site plan, in addition to containing the following:
a. Detail of each type of exterior freestanding lighting fixtures, including material, color(s), height, and sizes;
b. Illumination levels (in footcandles), including a summary table indicating the average, minimum, and maximum footcandle levels;
c. Certification of compliance with the latest edition of the Florida Building Code and the capacity to withstand one hundred forty (140) MPH wind load; and
d. Proposed conduit routing.
8. Grading Plan. A detailed grading plan shall only be required for those permit applications associated with excavation, grading, dredging, or fill activities as regulated under Chapter
4, Article XI (Excavation and Fill Regulations). The applicant shall be required to submit seven (7) grading plans sized twenty-four inches by thirty-six inches (24" x 36") and one
(1) additional copy sized eleven inches by seventeen inches (11" x 17"), all of which drawn to scale, and prepared and sealed by a professional engineer registered in the State of Florida.
The plans shall illustrate the following:
a. A topographical map depicting existing grade, paved conditions, and vegetation on the referenced property and to a point fifty (50) feet off the property in all directions;
b. A phasing plan, where applicable;
c. Soil borings indicating the depth of the various materials to be dredged or excavated;
d. A map indicating the location of soil borings;
e. A topographical map with finished land elevations shown;
f. A description of the method(s) involved in the excavation;
g. A listing of the person or persons responsible for the work proposed;
h. Tabulation of the amount of material to be moved;
i. Plans for the abatement of nuisances such as the flowing of dust and sand;
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j. The steps to be taken to protect the water resources, if applicable;
k. The height and location of proposed stockpiles;
l. The duration of stockpiling;
m. The duration of the work;
n. Traffic plans to include the treatment of internal roads, private or public street crossings;
o. Points of ingress and egress to the site;
p. Location of turn lanes, if appropriate; and
q. Methods to ensure public safety during and after the work to be performed.
9. Native Florida Ecosystem Survey or Inventory. A detailed Native Florida Ecosystem Survey or Inventory shall only be required for those permit applications associated with the development
of environmentally sensitive lands in accordance with Chapter 4, Article I (Environmental Protection Standards). The evaluation of any proposed alteration of lands which are found to
be environmentally sensitive shall be prepared by a professional biologist. The applicant shall be required to submit seven (7) surveys or inventories, sized twenty-four inches by thirty-six
inches (24" x 36") and one (1) additional copy sized eleven inches by seventeen inches (11" x 17"), all of which drawn to scale. The surveys or inventories shall illustrate the following:
a. Site location map with the specific property clearly indicated;
b. Aerial photograph with the specific property clearly indicated (scale: one (1) inch equals six hundred (600) feet or less);
c. Detailed map of existing terrestrial and aquatic vegetation, including exotic species within the jurisdictional limits of wetland jurisdiction of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
and the Florida Department of Environmental Regulation;
d. Soil types and conditions;
e. List of endangered, threatened and rare species and species of special concern found on the site;
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f. Areas or sites where colonies of birds are nesting or roosting or where migratory species are known to concentrate;
g. Archaeologically and/or historically significant features as identified or recognized by state or federal regulations;
h. Geologically significant features;
i. Areas of previous disturbance or degradation, including present and past human uses of site;
j. Surrounding land uses;
k. Conceptual footprint of site development, including buildings, roadways, parking areas, utilities, water features, flood control structures, stormwater systems, wellfield locations,
landscaped areas, buffer areas, preserve areas, and other open space areas, as an overlay to vegetation mapping;
l. Status of development approvals, including permit applications; and
m. Project operation.
(1) Description of proposed operations to be performed on the site including use, storage, handling or production of substances known to be harmful to humans, plants and/or animals;
(2) Identification of any pollutants expected to be emitted during project operation;
(3) Identification of timing and source of noise and/or vibration impacts on resident and adjacent human and animal life; and
(4) Project alternatives.
(a) Discussion of project alternatives should be provided, including options considered and rejected and the rationale for rejection of each option considered; and
(b) Mitigation considerations should be discussed in detail as they relate to possible loss of habitat or impact on endangered, threatened or rare animal and plant species, or species
of special concern.
C. Review Criteria. The land development permit shall be consistent with the corresponding site plan and final plat, and comply with the standards and requirements pertaining to paving,
grading, and drainage as described in the city's Code of Ordinances, Land Development Regulations, Engineering Design Handbook and Construction Standards, and as regulated by the South
Florida Water Management District and other external agencies.
D. Approval Process.
1. Initial Review. Within twenty (20) business days following the submittal of a land development permit application, the City Engineer or designee shall review the civil engineering
drawings to ensure that the paving, grading, and drainage complies with the review criteria of Section 3.C. above. If deficiencies persist on the drawings, the City Engineer shall provide
the applicant's engineer of record
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with a written account of all the issues, citing the specific chapter, article, section, and paragraph. Upon receipt of such findings, the engineer of record shall make the necessary
corrections or revisions as defined in the written statement, and resubmit the civil engineering drawings to the Engineering Division.
2. Technical Compliance and Issuance of Permit. Once the drawings are found to be acceptable, the City Engineer or designee shall issue a written statement of technical compliance,
and notify the applicant of any fees, surety (in accordance with Section 6 below based on the cost estimates provided by a duly licensed professional in the State of Florida), and permits
that are required from any external agencies, such as from the South Florida Water Management District or Department of Transportation. The LDP shall be issued by the Engineering Division
once the aforementioned items, the final plat, and any other documents required by the City Engineer or designee, are found to be acceptable and meets the provisions of these Regulations.
The applicant will then be allowed to commence work on the impervious surface, off street parking, vehicular use areas and loading zones, paving, grading, and drainage systems, and
other required improvements as specified in Section 3.A.2. above.
3. Construction Activity. Construction shall be performed under the surveillance of, and at all times, be subject to review by the City Engineer or designee; however, this in no way
shall relieve the Florida registered engineer of record of responsibility for administration, coordination, and final compliance with the approved plans, specifications, and all applicable
rules, laws, ordinance, and resolutions. The City Engineer or designee shall have the authority to enter the property during the progress of construction. The applicant's engineer
of record shall submit construction progress reports at points of progress prescribed by the City Engineer, as well as final certification of completion of required improvements. The
engineer of record shall coordinate joint reviews of construction with the City Engineer or designee. The City Engineer or designee shall have the authority to stop work upon failure
of the developer or engineer of record to administer and/or coordinate the construction of the required improvements as prescribed by these Regulations.
4. Completion. In order for final closeout and project completion of the required improvements, the engineer of record shall certify in writing that the required improvements were installed
under his responsible direction; that all improvements conform with the approved civil engineering drawings, and all laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances. In addition, the applicant's
engineer of record shall submit tests and reports (concerning the work and materials used during construction of the required improvements), in addition to as built drawings on a high
quality time stable reproducible material showing the original design as compared to the actual finished work.
E. Expiration. All required improvements shall be completed within one (1) year of the date of issuance of the LDP. Unless the time period is otherwise extended, the permit shall become
null and void if the applicant is unable to complete the work within the stated timeframe.
F. Extension. An applicant may petition the City Engineer to extend the approval of a land development permit for an additional time period, not to exceed one (1) year, provided that
such written request for extension is filed thirty (30) days prior to the expiration of the preceding one (1) year period. The fee for the extension shall be in the amount as adopted
from time to time by the City Commission.
G. Miscellaneous. No certificates of occupancy will be issued for buildings in the platted developments until all required improvements are completed, approved, and/or accepted by the
city, except that it is the prerogative of the developer to post an additional one hundred ten percent (110%) surety for work that may be more prudently put in place subsequent to building
construction, such as sidewalks and landscaping.
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Certificate of occupancies will not be issued until such work is approved and/or accepted by the city as completed.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10; Am. Ord. 11 019, passed 8 2 11)
Sec. 4. Right of Way Permit.
A. General.
1. Purpose and Intent. The purpose and intent of this section is to set forth a well defined application process, review criteria, and uniform procedure for the processing of permits
to ensure that off site improvements proposed within private and public rights of way, including alleys, comply with all applicable standards, regulations, and codes.
2. Applicability. No person shall construct, reconstruct, repair, alter, or grade in or upon any right of way without obtaining a permit from the Engineering Division, unless otherwise
determined by the City Engineer or designee. This includes ancillary activities such as digging; scraping; excavating; depositing and storing construction material or debris; installing
new plant material; or removing, destroying, pruning, or cutting any existing tree, shrub, or similar plant. One hundred percent (100%) of a permit fee shall be assessed if work is
started without a valid permit.
3. Scope. The permit shall entitle the applicant to work in a maximum of one thousand, six hundred (1,600) linear feet of right of way. A separate permit must be obtained for each
additional one thousand, six hundred (1,600) linear feet of work. Where work is continuous, restoration must be completed on the first permit before a third permit may be issued. At
no time shall more than two (2) permits be issued for one (1) location. For projects that consist of directional bore conduits only, the City Engineer, or designee may approve a permit
exceeding a total length of three thousand, two hundred (3,200) linear feet as one (1) permit of work. The permit shall be in the custody of the applicant or agent at the work site.
B. Submittal Requirements. An application form for a right of way permit shall be provided by the Engineering Division. Unless the City Engineer or designee determines otherwise, the
applicant shall submit the completed form, pay the fee as adopted by resolution by the City Commission, and provide all documentation required hereunder, in the number of copies specified
by the Division.
1. Name. The names and addresses of the contractor performing the work, and the owner or company for whom the work is being performed;
2. Drawings and Plans. An application for a permit shall be accompanied by five (5) copies of the plans and specifications showing the work to be done, the time required to complete
such work and the estimated cost thereof. When the permit is issued, one (1) copy of such plans and specifications shall be returned to the applicant and the others shall be distributed
to applicable divisions of the city and one (1) shall be retained by the City Engineer;
3. Hold Harmless Agreement. An applicant for a permit shall agree to save the city, its officers, employees and agents harmless for any and all costs, damages, liabilities and attorney's
fees, which may accrue or be claimed to accrue by reason of any work performed under such permit. The acceptance of any permit under this chapter shall constitute such an agreement by
the applicant;
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4. Insurance. When conducting work on behalf of the city, the applicant shall furnish the city with a satisfactory certificate of insurance or a statement from the administrator of
a self insurance program showing the required coverages, and containing a limitation that the insurance coverages may not be revoked except after ten (10) days written notice delivered
to the city. The applicant's insurance shall provide coverage against claims for personal injury as well as against claims for property damage which may arise from or out of the performance
of the work, whether such performance be by himself or herself, his or her subcontractor or anyone directly or indirectly employed by him or her. Such insurance shall cover, inter alia,
collapse, explosive hazards and underground work by equipment on the street, and shall include liability arising from completed operations. The amount of the liability insurance for
personal injury shall be not less than five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000) per person, five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000) per incident, and one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000)
for property damage;
5. Surety. The City Engineer shall have the authority to require an applicant to provide adequate surety, in order to protect, and save harmless, the city from all claims for damages
or injury to other persons by reason of work under his permit. Such surety shall be equal to one hundred ten percent (110%) of the estimated value of the project and provided in the
manner prescribed in accordance with Section 6 below; and
6. Miscellaneous. Any other information as the City Engineer shall find reasonably necessary to determine if a permit should be issued hereunder.
C. Review Criteria. All work performed in public or private rights of way shall conform to either the Florida Department of Transportation Standards Specifications and Roadway and Traffic
Design Standards (as applicable), the Manual of Uniform Control Devices (MUTCD) as applicable, or the Engineering Design Handbook and Construction Standards, or the latest supplements
thereof. Except as provided herein, any person desiring to perform or have performed any of the acts covered by these Land Development Regulations wherein a permit is required shall
secure such permit in accordance with the rules and regulations set forth in this section.
D. Conditions for Permits. Unless otherwise determined by the City Engineer or designee, approval of all permit applications are subject to the following conditions:
1. Access to Streets and Alleys. No person shall construct any access across any right of way on any improved or unimproved streets within the city without first obtaining a permit
to do so from the City Engineer. This permit shall be issued if the following requirements are met:
a. That access to the street will not create undue or unnecessary safety hazards; will not impede the safe and efficient flow of traffic and will be constructed in compliance with applicable
laws, ordinances and specifications of the city;
b. If the street to which access is desired is not improved with hard surface pavement, storm sewers, and curb and gutters, it shall be improved as follows by the person seeking access
in accordance with city specifications approved by the City Engineer;
(1) Curbs and gutters (if deemed appropriate) shall be constructed along the side of any street to which access is sought to the limits of the property.
(2) Pavement shall be constructed in accordance with city standards of material similar or equivalent to the material used for the nearest paved portion of the street or streets as
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determined by the City Engineer, shall be constructed along the side of the street or streets to which access is sought to the limits of the property and beyond to the nearest paved
portion of that street or streets.
(3) Storm drainage (piped or swaled) shall be constructed along the street or streets to which access is sought to the limits of the property and connected to the nearest existing storm
drainage in that street or streets. If the nearest paved portion of the street or streets is improved with storm sewers, then storm sewers shall be installed.
(4) Traffic signals shall be installed along the street or streets to which access is desired if the property is used for other than single family residential uses and if the traffic
volume generated from the development of the property meets the warrants established by the Palm Beach County Traffic Engineering Division.
c. No person shall construct any access to any alley unless the following requirements are met:
(1) Pavement shall be constructed in accordance with city standards and to the width of any existing improved alley, or if none of the alley is improved, to the limits of the alley right of way,
along the alley to which access is sought from the limits of the property and beyond to the nearest paved portion of the alley; and
(2) Adequate storm drainage shall be constructed so that storm water runoff from the property from which access to the alley is sought shall not cause damage to adjoining properties,
or the adjacent alley or roadway, or erosion of the land. Such storm drainage shall be constructed in accordance with specifications as determined by the City Engineer consistent with
city standards as amended from time to time, which shall assure that upstream and downstream drainage problems shall not result therefrom.
d. The City Commission, after a public hearing before the Planning and Development Board and receipt of the findings and recommendations of such Board, may waive or vary any requirement
of paragraph b. above for good cause shown upon application by the persons seeking access.
2. Work within Right of Way.
a. A sign shall be displayed at the work site indicating the name and telephone number of the contractor and the name of the applicant requesting the work.
b. Devices used to safeguard job site and all traffic control devices and techniques shall conform to the current standards set forth in either the Florida Department of Transportation
Standard Specifications for Road & Bridge Construction, Florida Department of Transportation Standard Index, Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), and all applicable federal,
state and local regulations. In the event proper traffic control is lacking or deficient, and is not corrected within one (1) hour upon notice, the City Engineer may stop work and revoke
the permit.
c. If the work to be undertaken by an applicant under this article is such that it will affect the use of properties abutting or adjoining the place where the work covered by the permit
is to be done, the City Engineer shall require the applicant to submit a list of the names and addresses of the affected property owners and tenants, and the applicant shall notify the
affected property owners and tenants of the proposed work. If the work to be undertaken by the applicant will affect other
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subsurface installations in the vicinity of the proposed opening, the applicant shall also notify the owners of such facilities of the proposed work.
d. Work authorized by a permit shall be performed between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, unless the applicant obtains written consent from the inspection
officer to do the work at other times. Such permission shall be granted only in the following instances: 1) in case of emergency as determined by the City Engineer; 2) where safety
and traffic control measures in accordance with city and FDOT standards are not feasible during these hours as determined by the City Engineer; 3) if the construction area is not within
five hundred (500) feet of any single or multi family dwelling as determined by the City Engineer; or 4) for city work or activities whereby the City Manager determines that extended
hours of work are necessary to complete the work in a timely fashion and to protect the public health, welfare and said feasibility of safety or traffic control measures. Any permit
granted under this section may include other conditions on the applicant's ability to work after 7:00 p.m. No such work will be permitted on Sunday unless authorized by the City Commission
as necessary and convenient for the public health, welfare and safety.
e. It shall be the duty of every person making any improvement in or upon any street, alley, roadway or public land to promptly remove therefrom all rubbish, debris or material not immediately
required for such improvement. In addition thereto, such person shall protect the place so improved or being improved, together with all material, articles or property used in connection
therewith or taken therefrom, in a manner which the city shall direct and in such a way as to prevent injury or damage to persons or property. Every such person making any such improvements
or part thereof shall be liable for all damages or injuries sustained on public property.
f. When it is necessary to cut pavement, the trench shall be backfilled in accordance with current city standard drawing(s) and specification(s). All backfilled areas within eight (8)
feet of pavement shall be compacted/stabilized to meet current city standards.
g. Every applicant shall place around the excavation or project such barriers, barricades, lights, warning flags and danger signs as shall be determined by the City Engineer to be necessary
for the protection of the public. Additional safety requirements may be prescribed by the City Engineer where deemed necessary by him or her to protect adjacent private or public property.
Whenever any person fails to provide or maintain the safety devices required by the City Engineer, such devices might be installed and maintained by the city. The amount of the cost
thus incurred shall be paid by the applicant.
h. Access to private driveways and alleys shall be provided except during working hours when construction operations prohibit such access. Free access shall be provided at all times
to fire hydrants.
i. No more than two hundred fifty (250) feet measured longitudinally shall be opened in any street at any one (1) time.
j. All underground pipes, tiles, cables, etc., shall be located sufficiently ahead of trench excavation work to avoid damage to those facilities and to permit relocation if necessary.
k. Pipes, drains, tiles, culverts or other underground facilities encountered shall be protected as directed by the City Engineer.
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l. Monuments, benchmarks, or datum points of concrete, iron or other lasting material set for the purpose of locating or preserving the lines of any street or property subdivision, or
precise survey reference point within the city, shall not be removed or disturbed unless permission so to do is first obtained in writing from the proper government authority. Permission
may be granted only upon conditions that the applicant shall pay all expenses incident to the proper replacement thereof, including the cost of a survey.
m. When work performed by the applicant interferes with the established drainage system of any street or natural water way, provision shall be made by the applicant for adequate temporary
drainage to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and consistent with the provisions of this Code.
n. Excavated materials shall be laid compactly along the side of the trench or removed immediately from the site at the discretion of the City Engineer. Excavated material when piled
alongside the excavation shall be kept trimmed so as to cause a minimum inconvenience to public travel. In order to expedite the flow of traffic or to abate a dirt or dust nuisance,
the City Engineer may require the applicant to provide and use toe boards or bins. If the excavated area or storage area is muddy or causes inconvenience to pedestrians, temporary wooden
plank walks shall be installed by the applicant as directed by the City Engineer. If the street is not wide enough to hold the excavated material without using part of the adjacent
sidewalk, the applicant shall keep open a passageway at least one half (() of the sidewalk width along such sidewalk.
o. When any earth, gravel or other excavated material is caused to roll or flow or is washed or otherwise deposited on any step and/or sidewalk, the applicant shall cause the same to
be removed from the street or sidewalk before the end of the working day. In the event the earth, gravel or other excavated material so deposited is not so removed, the City Engineer
shall cause such removal and the cost incurred thereby shall be paid by the applicant. Failure on the part of the applicant to make immediate payment of such cost upon demand shall be
cause for revoking such permit.
p. Sidewalks, curbs, gutters and driveways, if removed for construction, shall be replaced in accordance with current city standards and specifications, and no pavement shall be placed
without prior inspection of forms and excavation by the City Engineer or his or her designee.
q. The restoration of any parkway areas shall be at least equal to the condition of the parkway prior to the construction. The restoration shall be completed within ten (10) working
days from the time the area has been backfilled.
r. Final restoration shall include removal of all construction rubble and dirt mounds from the area and removal of all dirt and dust caused by the construction from pavement.
s. All pavement replacement work within rights of way shall be guaranteed by the contractor for one (1) year, and any failure or problems developing due to the construction or reconstruction
of the pavement will be the responsibility of the contractor, to be repaired by him or her, as directed by the City Engineer, or designee, at no cost to the city.
E. Approval Process.
1. General. Administrative review and action shall be conducted by the appropriate city departments. The City Engineer, or his or her designee, shall issue a permit hereunder when
the work complies with the provisions of this Code and the Land Development Regulations.
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2. Inspections. A person doing work under this article, or his agent, shall call for inspection a minimum of forty-eight (48) hours prior to starting work. The City Engineer or designee
shall designate the day and hour that the inspection is to be performed, and an inspector shall be present at the commencement of the operation so as to review work in progress. Upon
the completion of streets, sidewalks or other public ways, approval shall be required prior to release of surety. In the event it should be necessary to have the services of a Florida registered
engineer for any inspection, or technical approvals are deemed necessary by the City Engineer, such expenses shall be borne by the applicant. Inspection and approval of improvements
in new subdivisions shall be in accordance with the provisions of the Engineering Design Handbook and Construction Standards and Land Development Regulations.
3. Temporary Approval. For permits involving excavation activities, the City Engineer may grant a temporary verbal approval to any agent (who is not a regular employee) of the city,
including the Utilities Department, for a permit in any street, alley, roadway or public land when such excavation is necessitated by an emergency. Such temporary approval shall be
followed within forty-eight (48) hours by a formal application for a permit as regularly required under the terms of this chapter.
4. Trees and Shrubs in Rights of Way. For permits issued under another section or article or any other permit which affects trees or shrubs, or will have an affect on trees or shrubs,
in rights of way or on city owned property, the Department of Public Works/Forestry and Grounds Division shall review and approve the permit before it is issued.
F. Expiration. The right of way permit shall be valid for a period not to exceed six (6) months from the date of issuance. If construction of the improvement covered by the permit
has not commenced within this time period, the permit shall expire, and be cancelled with written notice to the applicant.
G. Time Extension. An extension of the permit for a period not to exceed six (6) months may be requested in writing by the applicant if received by the Division prior to permit expiration.
The fee for requesting a permit extension shall be approved by the City Commission and may be modified from time to time. The applicant shall provide justification for the requested
time extension, and the City Engineer may grant an extension if it is determined that such extension is necessary and not contrary to the public interest. In addition, the following
shall apply:
1. All extensions of permit time shall be calculated at twenty-five percent (25%) of the original total permit fee and shall extend the life of the permit for an additional six (6) month
period.
2. No fees shall be refunded when a permit has lapsed after work is started. When a permit is revoked at the request of the applicant prior to lapsing due to time limits, and no work
has been done, all but a basic fee of two hundred fifty dollars ($250) to cover the cost incurred by the City Engineer shall be refunded.
H. Miscellaneous.
1. Lawful Use. Every permit issued under this article shall be granted subject to the right of the city or the applicant to use the street for any purpose for which such street may
lawfully be used, not inconsistent with the permit.
2. Parameters of Permit. No applicant under this chapter shall perform work in an amount or quantity greater than that specified in the permit except upon approval by the City Engineer.
Upon such approval, additional work may be done under the provisions of the permit an amount not greater than ten percent (10%) of the amount specified by the permit. Any fee or bond
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the original permit shall be deemed to and must cover any such additional work as may be approved by the City Engineer.
3. Default and Revocation. Whenever the City Engineer shall find that a default has occurred in the performance of any term or condition of a permit, written notice thereof shall be
given to the applicant and to the commercial bank issuing a letter of credit, if any. Such notice shall state the work to be done, the estimated cost thereof, and the period of time
deemed by the City Engineer to be necessary for the completion of such work. After receipt of such notice, the applicant or the commercial bank shall within the time specified either
cause the required work to be performed, or failing therein. If the required work is not performed within the specified time, the cash bond or letter of credit shall be utilized to
reimburse the city for the cost of doing the work set forth in the notice.
The City Engineer may revoke any permit after prior written notice to the applicant for the following: 1) violation of any provision of this chapter; 2) violation of any other applicable
provision of this Code or any other ordinance or law relating to the work; or 3) existence of any condition or the doing of any act constituting or creating a nuisance or endangering
the lives or property of others.
Written notice of any such violation shall be served upon the applicant or his agent engaged in the work. The notice shall contain a brief statement for the reason of the contemplated
revocation of the permit. Notice shall be given either by personal delivery thereof to the person to be notified, by certified or registered United States mail addressed to the person
to be notified, or by telegram addressed to the person to be notified. Such notice shall state the period of time which the applicant is being granted to correct the violation and to
proceed with diligent prosecution of the work, which time shall be no less than twenty-four (24) hours.
4. Restoration. When any permit has been revoked and the work authorized by the permit has not been completed, the city may do such work as is necessary to restore the street or alley
to a condition acceptable to the city. All expenses incurred by the city for such restoration shall be paid for by the applicant and may be removed from the cash bond or letter of credit
that the applicant has filed with the city, and the bond or letter of credit shall so provide.
5. Abandoned Facilities. Whenever any facilities existing in the streets or alleys of the city have been abandoned by the owners, the owner of such facilities shall be notified of the
requirement to remove them, and if the owners shall fail to so remove them, the city may remove them and the owners shall reimburse the city for the cost thereof. Notice of the city's
order to remove abandoned facilities may be given either by personal delivery thereof to the person to be notified, or by certified or registered United States mail addressed to the
person to be notified. For purposes of this section, abandoned facilities shall be defined to be facilities, which have not been utilized by the owner or any other person for a period
of at least six (6) months, or facilities, which are no longer necessary or useful because they have been replaced in some other location on the property.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10)
Sec. 5. Engineering Division Waivers.
A. General.
1. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this subsection is to provide an efficient relief process to allow for deviations from certain requirements and standards of the Engineering Design
Handbook and Construction Standards, and Chapter 4 of the Land Development Regulations. The intent of this
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application is not to provide a means for circumventing any such requirement or standard but to allow for a departure from the regulation upon demonstration that the subject request
satisfies the intent of the review criteria contained herein.
2. Applicability. The City Engineer or designee may waive or modify any applicable requirement, standard, or regulation pertaining to the following:
a. Off Street Parking and Vehicular Use Areas. See Chapter 4 of the Engineering Design Handbook and Construction Standards (Volume I), and Chapter 4, Article VI, Section 3.B. of these
Land Development Regulations;
b. Driveway Openings and Access. See Chapter 4 of the Engineering Design Handbook and Construction Standards (Volume I), and Chapter 4, Article VI, Section 3.C. of these Land Development
Regulations;
c. Off Street Loading Zones. See Chapter 4, Article VI, Section 3.D. of these Land Development Regulations;
d. Dumpster Enclosures. See Chapter 4 of the Engineering Design Handbook and Construction Standards (Volume I), and Chapter 4, Article VI, Section 3.E. of these Land Development Regulations;
e. Queuing and Stacking Requirements. See Chapter 4 of the Engineering Design Handbook and Construction Standards (Volume I), and Chapter 4, Article VI, Section 3.F. of these Land Development
Regulations;
f. Fire Lanes. See Chapter 4, Article VI, Section 3.G. of these Land Development Regulations;
g. Exterior Lighting. See Chapter 4 of the Engineering Design Handbook and Construction Standards (Volume II), and Chapter 4, Article VII of these Land Development Regulations;
h. Utilities. See Chapter 5 of the Engineering Design Handbook and Construction Standards (Volume I), and Chapter 4, Article VIII, Section 3.B. of these Land Development Regulations;
i. Roadways and Streets. See Chapter 3 of the Engineering Design Handbook and Construction Standards (Volume I), and Chapter 4, Article VIII, Section 3.C. of these Land Development
Regulations;
j. Sidewalks. See Chapter 3 of the Engineering Design Handbook and Construction Standards (Volume I), and Chapter 4, Article VIII, Section 3.D. of these Land Development Regulations;
k. Pedestrian and Bicycle Paths. See Chapter 3 of the Engineering Design Handbook and Construction Standards (Volume I), and Chapter 4, Article VIII, Section 3.E. of these Land Development
Regulations;
l. Drainage, Stormwater, and Wastewater Systems. See Chapter 5 of the Engineering Design Handbook and Construction Standards (Volume I), and Chapter 4, Article VIII, Section 3.G. of
these Land Development Regulations;
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m. Canals and Waterways. See Chapter 4, Article VIII, Section 3.H. of these Land Development Regulations; and
n. Excavation and Fill Activities. See Chapter 4, Article XI of these Land Development Regulations.
B. Submittal Requirements. The applicant shall submit a letter that addresses the review criteria of Section 5.C. below, and pay the fee as adopted through resolution by the City Commission.
For sidewalk waiver requests, a fee in lieu of sidewalk construction shall be initially set at seven dollars ($7.00) for each square foot of sidewalk waived for construction. This
fee shall be annually adjusted by the City Engineer and shall be commensurate with prevailing cost for sidewalk construction. For all waiver requests, the applicant shall document the
nature of the request, the extent of its departure from the standard regulation, and the basis for the request. The City Engineer may request plans and exhibits associated with the
waiver, and any additional information or documentation that further justifies the request.
C. Review Criteria. In each waiver request, staff shall review the proposed plans, exhibits, and any other documentation that is provided by the applicant. Staff shall consider the
following when evaluating each waiver application: 1) the established character of the vicinity; 2) the future development pattern and need for capital improvements; 3) the best engineering
practices and principles; 4) innovations in the industry; and 5) the reasonableness of the subject application to justify the waiver request. The City Engineer may use other determining
factors when reviewing the appropriateness of each waiver application.
D. Approval Process. The waiver application shall be reviewed by staff and action will be taken by the City Engineer or designee.
E. Expiration. If a waiver was granted in connection with a site plan, then such waiver shall remain valid as long as the corresponding site plan approval remains in effect, or unless
there is any amendment to the original waiver. If an amendment to the original waiver and/or approved site plan is proposed, and the City Engineer determines that such change would
adversely affect the original waiver, then approval of a new (waiver) application shall be required.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10)
Sec. 6. Surety.
A. Purpose. This section establishes specific criteria and prerequisites for accepting surety by the city in conjunction with developer agreements, contracts, development related improvements
and any other contractual obligations.
B. Applicability. Wherever surety is required within the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances (Part II) and/or Land Development Regulations (Part III), it shall be provided in the form
and manner prescribed hereunder. The type of surety shall be determined by the administrator of the code section involved, and shall be acceptable to the Boynton Beach City Attorney.
Required improvements shall include all those items stipulated in Chapter 4, Article VIII, including restoration of the lands distributed by such improvements. Surety for required
utility system improvements shall be coordinated directly with the Utilities Department, whether they will remain private or conveyed to the city upon completion of their construction.
It shall also include any off site areas disturbed to install any improvements required by the project. Surety shall be required for improvements associated with all planned developments,
to wit, PCDs, PIDs, IPUD, PUDs, etc. With respect to required landscaping, the applicant may provide surety to the city in instances when
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such landscape requirements have not been met prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy or certificate of completion.
1. Amount. The amount of surety shall be equal to or greater than one hundred ten percent (110%) of the total obligation whether it be for restoration, abatement, maintenance, guarantee,
fees in lieu of land dedication, required improvements, landscaping, or any other purpose, based on the cost estimate of a duly licensed professional in the State of Florida.
2. Reduction. From time to time during progress of the work the developer may request a reduction in the dollar amount of the surety on the basis of work completed, but in every case
the remaining funds shall be sufficient to cover one hundred ten percent (110%) of the cost to complete the obligation. In the case of surety for required improvements associated with
subdivision development, five percent (5%) of the engineer's certified cost of required improvements shall be retained for one (1) year after acceptance of such improvements by the City
Commission as a guarantee against defects in workmanship and material. Reduction of surety shall be approved by the City Manager without the necessity of City Commission approval.
The final release of surety, when the surety is twenty thousand dollars ($20,000) or greater shall be approved by motion of the City Commission, with the written recommendation by the
appropriate department and/or the City Engineer. Release of surety less than twenty thousand dollars ($20,000) shall be by the City Manager.
3. Default. In the event of default by the developer or failure of the developer to complete the obligations within prescribed time limits, the city, after thirty (30) days written
notice to the developer, shall cash the surety to ensure satisfactory completion of the obligations.
C. Types of Surety.
1. Letters of Credit.
a. General. The face of the letter of credit must indicate the following:
(1) The letter of credit is "clean."
(2) The letter of credit is irrevocable and shall remain enforceable until released by a resolution adopted by the City Commission.
(3) The purpose or project for which the letter of credit is issued.
(4) The specific amount of the letter of credit, in U.S. dollars.
(5) The method of disbursement of draws against the letter of credit.
(6) The street address where draws against the letter of credit shall be made.
(7) The letter of credit is enforceable in a court of competent jurisdiction in Palm Beach County, Florida, and is to be interpreted by Florida Law.
(8) The name and street address of a designated agent within the State of Florida for acceptance of process.
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b. Rating. At the time of issuance of the letter of credit, and at all times subsequent thereto and so long as the letter of credit is enforceable, the issuing financial institution
must have a minimum "peer group" rating of fifty (50) in the latest Sheshunoff Quarterly Listing or a minimum rating of one hundred twenty-five (125) in the latest IDC Bank Financial
Quarterly Listing. The city Finance Department shall periodically verify this information.
At any time during the life of the letter of credit, should the rating of the issuing financial institution fall below both of the minimum ratings indicated above, or should the financial
institution merge with another financial institution or have a conservator or receiver appointed to supervise or control the operation of its business or become insolvent, the contractor/developer
must, within sixty (60) calendar days after notification by the city:
(1) Replace the existing letter of credit with a replacement letter of credit from a financial institution with either of the minimum ratings as specified above; or
(2) At the city's option, the letter of credit may be replaced by other surety acceptable to the city in accordance with the city's existing surety policies.
c. Rating Noncompliance. Failure to comply with this provision may result in any or all of the following actions by the city:
(1) Suspension of the contractor/developer's right to pull building permits and schedule inspections;
(2) Issuance of a stop work order; and/or revocation of the land development permit.
These actions shall be in effect until a satisfactory replacement surety is accepted by the city.
d. Legal Sufficiency. No letter of credit shall be deemed accepted by the city until review and approval by the City Attorney's office for legal sufficiency, and by the Finance Department
for the bank's rating.
e. Miscellaneous. Original letters of credit shall be maintained by the Finance Department and each shall be clearly identified as to the project or contract for which it is issued.
Letters of credit accepted prior to approval of this article shall continue through the current expiration date of the letter of credit provided however, renewal of these existing letters
of credit shall be in accordance with this policy for accepting letters of credit.
The financial institution issuing any letter of credit must be authorized to do business in the State of Florida and shall show proof of same upon request of staff.
2. Cash, Certified Check, or Cashier's Check. Completion of the required improvements may be secured by cash deposited by the developer with the city or in an account subject to the
control of the city in accordance with an agreement on such deposit or account. No interest shall be earned on such deposit or account. In lieu of a separate cash bond for each type
of right of way permit that may be required for a given project, an applicant anticipating more than one (1) permit application may furnish one (1) cash bond in the amount of five thousand
dollars ($5,000) to cover all right of way permits.
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The applicant shall deposit the cash bond with the Finance Department, and such bond so deposited shall be kept in a separate account and shall stand as security for the full and complete
performance by the applicant of the work covered by such permit, subject to the following provisions:
a. If any direct cost to the city of any loss, damage, work, claim or liability arises out of the breach by the applicant, or any contractor or representative of the applicant, in the
performance of the applicant's obligations in connection with the work covered by such permit the applicant shall forfeit its bond.
b. Upon certification by the City Engineer of completion of the work covered by such permit, the balance of such cash bond shall be refunded by the City Clerk to the applicant upon request.
c. In the event that the City Engineer shall determine that additional bond in excess of five thousand dollars ($5,000) is required, the applicant shall furnish surety as noted herein
in an amount equal to one hundred ten percent (110%) of the estimated value of the work. If a letter of credit is provided, it shall be dated on or before the date of the permit application
and shall be for a term to expire one (1) year after receipt by the permittee of a certificate of final inspection.
3. Performance or Surety Bond. Completion of the required improvements may be secured by a performance or surety bond obtained from a company acceptable to the city in accordance with
the city policy on performance bonds. It shall guarantee all work will be completed in full accordance with the approved land development permit.
4. Escrow (Agreement) Deposit. An executed escrow agreement between the developer, a bank approved by the city and the city as the third party beneficiary may be established for this
surety. The escrow agreement shall require that release of the funds, or any part thereof, shall be subject to city approval. The agreement shall be in accordance with the city policy
on such escrow agreements.
The Finance Department shall maintain an index of all surety, indicating at a minimum, the project name, the amount of surety, then names and contact information for all obligees of
the surety, the date posted, the date reduced and the date released.
D. Acceptance and Maintenance of Required Improvements.
1. Workmanship. The developer shall execute and deliver to the city a cash bond or other acceptable surety in an amount determined by the City Engineer, guaranteeing the required improvements
whether public or private, against defect in workmanship and material for one (1) year after acceptance of such improvements by the City Commission. Surety shall be as specified in
this article and shall be delivered to the city simultaneously with the satisfactory delivery of the documents required in Section 3.D. above.
2. Dedication and Maintenance. The dedication of public space, parks, rights of way, easements or the like on the plat shall not constitute an acceptance of the dedication by the city.
The acceptance of the dedication shall be indicated by a resolution of the City Commission adopted when all improvements meet or exceed the standards set forth by these Regulations.
The City Engineer, upon satisfactory completion of all improvements, shall notify the City Commission that the developer has complied with all of the provisions of these Regulations
and shall recommend acceptance of the dedications and, when applicable, the maintenance of the required improvements. Upon such recommendations the City Commission, by resolution, shall
approve the development, the dedications on the plat and the maintenance responsibilities of the required improvements identified thereon.
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3. Completion. When a plat has been recorded and the developer fails to complete the improvements required by these Regulations, the City Commission may, at it's option, complete the
publicly or privately owned improvements or restore the site to its original condition under the guarantees provided by the developer. In such case, the City Commission shall direct
the City Engineer to call upon the guarantees as outlined within this article.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10)
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ARTICLE IV. BUILDING DIVISION SERVICES
Sec. 1. General.
A. Purpose and Intent. The purpose and intent of this article is to set forth uniform procedures, well defined application processes, and information to guide in the processing of complete
applications which are administered by the Building Division.
B. Administration. The Building Official or designee shall be responsible for the overall coordination and administration of this article.
C. Submittal Requirements. Unless otherwise contained herein, all application forms described in this article shall be approved by the Building Official and maintained by the Building
Division. In order for an application to be considered, it shall be accompanied by all documentation required by the respective application checklist.
D. Completeness. An application will be processed by the Building Division when it is deemed complete, including all related submittal documents. Please note that the Building Official
or designee may rule that certain required items may be excluded from the submittal, and the finding of an application "complete" shall not constitute a determination of compliance with
the substantive requirements of city or state regulations, or any other applicable codes.
E. Fees. Current fee schedules shall be maintained on file in the Office of the City Clerk and shall be available, without charge, to the public. Fees shall be paid at the time each
type of application is submitted, according to the fee schedule approved by the City Commission. All construction regulation fees associated with the codes are subject to amendment
by resolution by the City Commission. Any request to waive the city building permit fee shall be in accordance with Chapter 8, Economic Development, Section 8 1 of the City of Boynton
Beach Code of Ordinances.
F. Terms and Definitions. See Chapter 1, Article II for all applicable terms and definitions which pertain to the applications and processes contained herein.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10)
Sec. 2. Building Permit.
A. General.
1. Purpose and Intent. The purpose and intent of this section is to set forth a well defined application process, review criteria, and uniform procedure for the processing of permit
applications, to ensure that certain buildings, structures, and systems comply with the respective requirements and standards described in the Florida Building Code, including the City
Administrative Amendments thereof, and these Land Development Regulations.
2. Applicability. A building or other structure shall not be erected, moved, added to, or structurally altered (including substantial improvements as defined by Chapter I, Article II),
unless a building permit is issued by the city. A building permit shall not be issued by the Building Official or designee unless the application complies with the requirements of this
article and the Florida Building Code, including the city's Administrative Amendments. All permit applications for new buildings, building expansions,
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major modifications or certain other improvements, must be consistent with any applicable and corresponding site plan, master plan or record plat.
3. Scope. The Florida Building Code is based on national model building codes and national consensus standards which are amended where necessary for Florida's specific needs. The code
incorporates all building construction related regulations for public and private buildings in the State of Florida other than those specifically exempted by F.S. ( 553.73. It has been
harmonized with the Florida Fire Prevention Code, which is developed and maintained by the Department of Financial Services, Office of the State Fire Marshal, to establish unified and
consistent standards.
B. Submittal Requirements. Application forms for building permits shall be provided by the Building Division. Unless the Building Official or designee determines otherwise, the applicant
shall submit completed forms, provide all documentation, including plans and exhibits required by such applications, and pay all applicable fees as adopted by resolution by the City
Commission.
In addition to the information required on the applications, any permit, which upon its completion would result in the issuance of a certificate of occupancy or certificate of completion,
shall include the following information prior to the issuance of such certificate of cccupancy/completion:
1. Elevation in relation to mean sea level of the proposed lowest floor (including basement) of all structures.
2. Elevation in relation to mean sea level to which any non residential structure will be flood proofed.
3. Certification by a Florida registered engineer or architect that the structure meets the flood proofing criteria of Chapter 4, Article X.
4. Description of the extent to which any watercourse will be altered or relocated as a result of proposed development.
5. A flood elevation or flood proofing certification after the lowest floor is completed, or in instances where the structure is subject to the regulations applicable to coastal high
hazard areas, after placement of the horizontal structural members of the lowest floor. Within twenty-one (21) calendar days of establishment of the lowest floor elevation, or flood
proofing by whatever construction means, or upon placement of the horizontal structural members of the lowest floor, whichever is applicable, the permit holder shall submit to the Development
Department a certification of the elevation of the lowest floor, flood proofing elevation, or the elevation of the lowest portion of the horizontal structural members of the lowest floor,
whichever is applicable, in relation to mean sea level. Said certification shall be prepared by or under the direct supervision of a registered land surveyor or professional engineer.
When flood proofing is utilized, certification shall be prepared by or under the direct supervision of a professional engineer or architect. Any work done within the twenty one (21) day
calendar period and prior to submission of the certification shall be at the permit holder's risk. The Development Department shall review the flood elevation survey data submitted.
Deficiencies detected by such review shall be corrected by the permit holder immediately and prior to continuation of the work. Failure to submit the survey or failure to make said
corrections shall cause issuance of a stop work order for the project.
6. A survey of mangrove trees on-site.
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C. Review Criteria. The building permit application shall comply with the following: Florida Building Code, including the city's Administrative Amendments; requirements of the respective
zoning district regulations of Chapter 3, Article III; and site development standards described in Chapter 4. In addition, flood zone elevation certification shall be required for any
type of application that, upon its completion, would result in the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
D. Approval Process. The application shall be reviewed by staff and action will be taken by the appropriate administrative official within the timeframe in accordance with state statutes.
No building permits shall be issued prior to the payment of any of the applicable impact fees and/or land dedications that may be required pursuant to Chapter 2, Article VI, Impact
Fees and Dedications.
E. State of Florida Fees.
1. Radon. This fee, when applicable is due prior to the issuance of the building permit.
2. Building Code Administrators and Inspection Fund. This fee, when applicable, is due prior to the issuance of the building permit.
F. Miscellaneous.
1. Revocation of Permits. The Building Division is authorized and empowered to revoke any permit issued if there has been a violation of the provisions of this article or a misrepresentation
of fact on the permit application and specified in the latest adopted Florida Building Code.
2. Certificate of Occupancy. No building or structure hereafter erected or structurally altered shall be issued a certificate of occupancy until the Building Official makes a finding
that the building or structure has been erected or structurally altered in conformance with the provisions of these Regulations, and of all other applicable ordinances. Upon the issuance
of a certificate of occupancy, an improved site must be maintained in compliance with the approved site plan.
3. Appeal. Any appeal of a decision made by a city official shall be processed in accordance with Chapter 1, Article VIII, Section 1 (Appeals from an Administrative Official).
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10; Am. Ord. 12-016, passed 10-2-12)
Sec. 3. Sign Permit.
A. General.
1. Purpose and Intent. The purpose and intent of this subsection is to set forth well defined application processes, review criteria, and uniform procedure to guide in the processing
and review of sign permit applications to ensure compliance with the design objectives of Chapter 4, Article IV, Section 1.B. (i.e. identification, aesthetics, land values, safety, sustainability,
and compatibility).
2. Applicability. It shall be unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, move, or convert any sign in the city, or cause the same to be done, without first obtaining a sign
permit for each such sign. These directives shall not be construed to require any permit for the cleaning, maintenance, or repair of a sign or sign structure for which a permit has
previously been issued under this article, provided that such sign or structure is not modified in any way. Signs and structures supporting signs previously erected without a valid
permit shall be in violation of this article and shall be deemed illegal
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signs. It shall be mandatory to obtain a permit for an illegal sign, or to immediately remove such sign and the structure supporting such sign upon notice that the sign or structure
supporting the sign is illegal. The notice shall contain a time period for removal.
If the Building Official determines that a sign and support structure, which are subject to the standards of the sign code pursuant to Chapter 4, Article IV, are exempt from the Florida
Building Code, then such sign and support structure shall require a sign permit under the authority of the Director of Planning and Zoning in accordance with Chapter 2, Article II, Section
5.A.
3. Licensing and Contractors. No person shall install, alter, or cause to be installed or altered, any temporary or permanent sign unless the person is licensed as required by the State
of Florida or Palm Beach County contractor licensing regulations. It shall be unlawful for any licensed sign contractor to knowingly construct or cause to be constructed, a sign contrary
to the standards and requirements of these Land Development Regulations, the Florida Building Code, or any other applicable code, whether or not said contractor installs such sign.
In addition, no person shall engage in the business of erecting, painting, wiring, or maintaining signs within the city without first having procured a business tax receipt for such
business from both the city and the county.
B. Submittal Requirements. Applications for permits required by this section shall contain the following information:
1. Applicant Information. Name, address and telephone number of the person, firm, corporation or association erecting or affixing such sign;
2. Owner Consent. Written consent of the owner of the building, structure or land to which or on which the sign is to be erected or affixed;
3. Location. Property location (address of premises upon which sign is to be located);
4. Site Plan. Two (2) sets of site plans, surveys, or other such scaled drawings deemed acceptable to the Building Official or designee, illustrating the proposed location of the sign
and sign structure, including their position and setbacks relative to buildings, structures, property lines, road rights of way, and any pertinent improvements such as utility lines
and other types of infrastructure;
5. Sign Detail. Two (2) sets of illustrations, sketches, pictures, photographs, or other such scaled drawings deemed acceptable to the Building Official or designee, detailing the type
of sign proposed (as identified in Chapter 4, Article IV) and including the following information:
a. Aggregate sign area (expressed in square feet);
b. Overall sign height;
c. Height of each letter, digit, character, or logo;
d. Text font(s);
e. Sign color(s), including color of each letter, digit, character, or logo; and
f. Sign material(s);
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6. Wind Load. Stress tests and calculations showing the sign (and support structure) are designed for the high velocity wind requirements in the Florid Building Code. The seal of a
Florida registered engineer or architect shall be affixed to drawings of the sign and/or support structure that have an area exceeding thirty-two (32) square feet and/or six (6) feet
in height, certifying that such signs are designed to meet the required loading;
7. Electrical. All electrical details required to determine code compliance for the sign and the structure supporting the sign;
8. Valuation. Estimated value or cost of the proposed sign;
9. Payment. Each application for a sign permit required under this section shall be accompanied by the applicable fees pursuant to Section 1.E. above; and
10. Miscellaneous. Any other information as required by the Building Official that demonstrates compliance with the Florida Building Code and other applicable laws and ordinances of
the city.
C. Approval Criteria. Each application for a sign permit required under this section shall comply with the Florida Building Code and all applicable Land Development Regulations.
D. Review Process. The Building Official or designee shall have ten (10) days to review an application for a sign permit to ensure that it is complete. If the application is found
to be incomplete, the Building Official or designee shall send written notification to the applicant indicating the specific reasons (with appropriate code references) as to why the
application is deficient. Once a sign permit application is deemed to be complete, staff will conduct a review of the application and within forty-five (45) days, shall approve, approve
with conditions, or deny the application for a sign permit.
E. Expiration. Any permit for a sign may be revoked by the city upon the determination that the sign is not in full compliance with the provisions of these Land Development Regulations
or other applicable codes. A sign permit shall become null and void if no work has commenced within six (6) months upon the issuance of such permit.
F. Miscellaneous.
1. Display of Permit Number. Every sign or structure supporting a sign hereafter erected shall permanently include in a conspicuous place thereon, the corresponding permit number.
2. Inspection. The city may inspect at any time each sign or structure supporting a sign regulated by this article for the purpose of ascertaining whether the same is unsafe, in need
of repair or maintenance, not in conformance with the permit application or otherwise in violation of the provisions of this article.
3. Revocation of Permits. The Building Division is authorized and empowered to revoke any permit issued if there has been a violation of the provisions of this article or a misrepresentation
of fact on the permit application and specified in the latest adopted Florida Building Code.
4. Appeal. Any appeal of a decision made by a city official shall be processed in accordance with Chapter 1, Article VIII, Section 1 (Appeals from an Administrative Official).
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10)
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Sec. 4. Variances.
A. General.
1. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this section is to provide an efficient relief process to allow for deviations from certain requirements and standards of the Florida Building
Code, including the city's Administrative Amendments thereof, and the applicable regulations in the city's Land Development Regulations, in circumstances when the applicant is able to
demonstrate a hardship. The intent of this application is not to provide a means for circumventing any such requirement or standard, but to allow for a departure from the code upon
demonstration that the subject request satisfactorily addresses the review criteria contained herein, and without the necessity of amending the regulation to accommodate the requested
relief.
2. Applicability.
a. The owner of a building, structure, or service system, or duly authorized agent may appeal a decision from the Building Official whenever any one (1) of the following conditions is
claimed to exist:
(1) The Building Official rejected or refused to approve the mode or manner of construction proposed to be followed or materials to be used in the installation or alteration of a building,
structure, or service system;
(2) The provision of the Florida Building Code, including the city's Administrative Amendments thereto does not apply to this specific case;
(3) That an equally good or more desirable form of installation can be employed in a specific case; or
(4) The true intent and meaning of the Florida Building Code, including the city's Administrative Amendments thereto have been misconstrued or incorrectly interpreted; or
b. The owner of a building, structure, or service system, or duly authorized agent may request relief to any of the following:
(1) The Florida Building Code, including the city's Administrative Amendments;
(2) Chapter 4, Article IX, Building, Construction, and Historic Preservation Requirements of the City's Code of Ordinances; or
(3) Chapter 4, Article X, Flood Prevention Requirements of the City's Code of Ordinances; or
c. Notice of appeal shall be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after the Building Official renders the refuted decision.
B. Submittal Requirements. The application form shall be approved by the Building Official and maintained by the Building Division. In order for an application to be considered, it
shall be accompanied by all documentation required by the application checklist.
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C. Review Criteria. The Building Board of Adjustment and Appeals, when so petitioned, and after a hearing, may vary the application of any provision of this Code to any particular case
when, in its opinion, the enforcement thereof would do manifest injustice and would be contrary to the purpose and intent of this or the technical codes or public interest, and also
finds all of the following general criteria in subsection 1. below:
1. General Criteria for All Variance Requests.
a. That special circumstances exist that are peculiar to the building, structure, or service system involved, and which are not applicable to others;
b. That the special conditions and circumstances do not result form the action or inaction of the applicant;
c. That granting the variance requested will not confer on the applicant any special privilege that is denied by this Code to other buildings, structures, or service systems;
d. That the variance granted is the minimum variance that will make possible the reasonable use of the building, structure, or service system; and
e. That the granting of the variance will be in harmony with the general intent and purpose of this Code and will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, and general welfare.
2. Special Criteria for Variance Applications Involving Deviations from Flood Prevention Regulations. Variances shall only be issued upon a determination that the variance is the minimum
necessary, considering the flood hazard, to afford relief, and in the instance of a historical building, a determination that the variance is the minimum necessary so as not to destroy
the historic character and design of the building. Variances shall not be issued within any designated floodway if any increase in flood levels during the base flood discharge would
result. In passing upon such appeals, the Board shall determine that the granting of the variance will not result in increased flood heights; additional threats to public safety; extraordinary
public expense; create nuisance; cause fraud on or victimization of the public; or conflict with existing local laws or ordinances. The Board shall consider all technical evaluations,
all relevant factors, all standards specified in other sections of these Land Development Regulations, and:
a. The danger that materials may be swept onto other lands to the injury of others.
b. The danger to life and property due to flooding or erosion damage.
c. The susceptibility of the proposed facility and its contents to flood damage and the effect of such damage on the individual owner.
d. The importance of the services provided by the proposed facility to the community.
e. The necessity to the facility of a waterfront location, where applicable.
f. The availability of alternative locations, not subject to flooding or erosion damage, for the proposed use.
g. The compatibility of the proposed use with existing and anticipated development.
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h. The relationship of the proposed use to the comprehensive plan and floodplain management program for that area.
i. The safety of access to the property in times of flood for ordinary and emergency vehicles.
j. The expected heights, velocity, duration, rate of rise and sediment transport of the flood waters and the effects of wave action, if applicable, expected at the site.
k. The costs of providing governmental services during and after flood conditions including maintenance and repair of public utilities and facilities such as sewer, gas, electrical,
and water systems, and streets and bridges.
D. Approval Process. An application for variance approval requires review by staff to ensure it is eligible to be considered by the Building Board of Adjustment and Appeals. Once determined
to be eligible for consideration, staff shall forward the variance application to the Building Board of Adjustment and Appeals, and such Board will review the request based on the review
criteria listed above, and render its decision. See Section 112 of the City's Administrative Amendments to the 2007 Florida Building Code for the rules and regulations regarding the
operating procedures of the Board.
E. Expiration. See Section 112 of the city's Administrative Amendments to the 2010 FBC for the rules and regulations regarding the expiration of a variance granted by the Building Board
of Adjustment and Appeals.
F. Miscellaneous.
1. Conditions of Approval. The Building Board of Adjustment and Appeals may prescribe appropriate conditions and safeguards on the approval of any variance in accordance with Section
112 of the city's Administrative Amendments to the 2010 FBC.
2. Flood Prevention Variances. Any applicant to whom a variance from the flood prevention requirements has been granted shall be given written notice specifying the difference between
the base flood elevation and the elevation to which the structure is to be built and stating that the cost of flood insurance will be commensurate with the increased risk resulting from
the reduced lowest floor elevation.
a. Historic Buildings and Structures. The repair, improvement, reconstruction, rehabilitation, or restoration of structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the State
Inventory of Historic Places, or the Boynton Beach Register of Historic Places, are eligible for variances from the flood prevention requirements of the LDR without regard to the procedures
set forth in the remainder of this section upon evidence by the applicant that such actions would adversely impact the historic designation of the structure. The Director of Development
or designee shall maintain the records of all appeal actions and report any variances to the Federal Emergency Management Agency upon request.
b. Functionally Dependent Uses. A variance is authorized to be issued for the construction or substantial improvement necessary for the conduct of a functionally dependent use, as defined
in this ordinance, provided the variance meets the requirements of subsection "a" above, is the minimum necessary considering the flood hazard, and all due consideration has been given
to use of methods and materials that minimize flood damage during occurrence of the base flood.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10; Am. Ord. 13 020, passed 7 2 13)
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ARTICLE V. BUSINESS TAX SERVICES
Sec. 1. General.
A. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this article is to set forth uniform and well defined procedures for each application processed by the Business Tax section of the Planning and
Zoning Division.
B. Administration. The Business Tax Manager or designee shall be responsible for the overall coordination and administration of all applications contained within this article.
C. Completeness. An application will be processed by the Business Tax section of the Planning and Zoning Division when it is deemed complete, including all related submittal documents.
Please note that the Business Tax Manager or designee may rule that certain required items may be excluded from the submittal, and the finding of an application "complete" shall not
constitute a determination of compliance with the substantive requirements of city or state regulations, or any other applicable codes.
D. Terms and Definitions. See Chapter 1, Article II for all applicable terms and definitions which pertain to the applications and processes contained herein.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10)
Sec. 2. Business Tax Receipt.
A. Generally. A business tax receipt is required prior to engaging in or managing any business, profession, or occupation within the city. It shall be unlawful for any person to engage
in any non exempt business, profession, or occupation without first obtaining a business tax receipt in accordance with City Code of Ordinances Part II, Chapter 13, Licenses.
B. Dogs in Outdoor Portions of Public Food Service Establishments.
1. General.
a. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this subsection is to set forth uniform procedures, a well-defined application process, and information that shall be included in applications to
allow dogs within outdoor public food service establishments.
b. Applicability. This process shall be required of any public food service establishment desiring to allow patrons' dogs within qualified seating areas in accordance with Chapter 3,
Article V, Section 13.
2. Submittal Requirements. Public food service establishments must apply for and receive a permit from the Development Department before patrons' dogs are allowed on the premises. The
application for a permit shall require such information from the applicant as is deemed reasonably necessary to enforce the provisions of this section, but shall require, at a minimum,
the following information:
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a. Information.
(1) Name, location, mailing address and division issued license number of the public food service establishment.
(2) Name, mailing address, and telephone contact information of the permit applicant.
b. Diagram. A diagram and description of the outdoor area which is requested to be designated as available to patrons' dogs, including dimensions of the designated area; a depiction
of the number and placement of tables, chairs, and restaurant equipment, if any; the entryways and exits to the designated outdoor area; the boundaries of the designated area and of
the other outdoor dining areas not available for patrons' dogs; any fences or other barriers; surrounding property lines and public rights of way, including sidewalks and common pathways;
and such other information as is deemed necessary by the city. No more than 30% of the outdoor food service portion of the food establishment shall be designated as a service area where
dogs are permitted.
The diagram shall be accurate and to scale but need not be prepared by a licensed design professional. A copy of the approved diagram shall be attached to the permit.
c. Hours of Operation. A description of the days of the week and hours of operation that patrons' dogs will be permitted in the designated outdoor area.
3. Review Criteria. The review criteria for this application shall be in accordance with the standards of Chapter 3, Article V, Section 13.
4. Approval Process. Applications shall be reviewed by staff and action will be taken by the appropriate administrative official within 30 days of the application.
5. Expiration. A permit issued pursuant to this section shall expire automatically upon the sale of the public food service establishment and cannot be transferred to a subsequent owner.
The subsequent owner may apply for a permit pursuant to this section if the subsequent owner wishes to continue to allow patrons' dogs in a designated outdoor area of the public food
service establishment.
6. Revocation.
a. A permit may be revoked by the city if, after notice and reasonable time in which the grounds for revocation may be corrected, the public food service establishment fails to comply
with any condition of approval, fails to comply with the approved diagram, fails to maintain any required state or local license, or is found to be in violation of any provision of this
section. If the ground for revocation is a failure to maintain any required state or local license, the revocation may take effect immediately upon giving notice of revocation to the
permit holder.
b. If a public food service establishment's permit is revoked, no new permit may be approved for the establishment until the expiration of 90 days following the date of revocation, providing
that all issues causing the revocation have been satisfied. This includes any outstanding fines.
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7. Complaints and Reporting.
a. Complaints may be made in writing to the Code Compliance Division of the Police Department who shall accept, document, and respond to all complaints and shall timely report to the
division all complaints and the response to such complaints.
b. The patron or the designated person in charge of the public food service establishment, or both, may be issued civil citations for each violation of this section.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10; Am. Ord. 12 014, passed 9 4 12)
Sec. 3. Seasonal Sales Event Approval.
A. General.
1. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this subsection is to set forth uniform procedures, a well defined application process, and information that shall be included in applications
for seasonal sales events, in order to allow for the safe, orderly, and temporary selling of Christmas trees, pumpkins, fireworks, and similar items that are principally sold during
the holidays.
2. Applicability. This process shall be required of any establishment or organization desiring to temporarily sell Christmas trees, pumpkins, fireworks, or other such items that are
principally sold during holiday periods (outside a principal building), in accordance with Chapter 3, Article V, Section 7. The temporary display of retail merchandise not in connection
with a seasonal sales event shall be regulated separately in accordance with Chapter 3, Article V, Section 5.
B. Submittal Requirements. The application for seasonal sales event approval shall be approved by resolution and maintained by the Business Tax section of the Planning and Zoning Division.
All applications shall be accompanied by all documentation, plans, and exhibits as indicated on the application checklist.
Fees shall be paid when each application is submitted to the Business Tax section and in the amount as adopted from time to time by resolution by the City Commission.
C. Review Criteria. The special temporary sales event shall comply with the location requirements and time limitations of Chapter 3, Article V, Section 7, and other site development
standards described in Chapter 4.
D. Approval Process. Applications shall be reviewed by staff and action will be taken by the appropriate administrative official within thirty (30) days of the application.
E. Expiration. Event approval shall be valid for a period not to exceed forty-five (45) days within any one (1) calendar year.
F. Miscellaneous.
1. Signage. See banners in Chapter 4, Article IV, Section 4.B.7. for additional standards regarding allowable signage for seasonal sales events.
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2. Permanent Exterior Storage. The permanent exterior storage of retail merchandise or equipment shall be regulated separately in accordance with Chapter 3, Article V, Section 8.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10)
Sec. 4. Special Sales Event Approval.
A. General.
1. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this subsection is to set forth uniform procedures, a well defined application process, and information that shall be included in applications
for special sales events in order to allow for the safe and orderly operation of selling of merchandise.
2. Applicability. This process shall be required of any establishment or organization desiring to temporarily sell and store merchandise (outside a principal building) in accordance
with Chapter 3, Article V, Section 6. The temporary display of retail merchandise not in connection with a special sales event shall be regulated separately in accordance with Chapter
3, Article V, Section 5.
B. Submittal Requirements. The application for special sales event approval shall be approved by resolution and maintained by the Business Tax section of the Planning and Zoning Division.
All applications shall be accompanied by all documentation, plans, and exhibits as indicated on the application checklist. Fees shall be paid when each application is submitted to
the Business Tax section and in the amount as adopted from time to time by resolution by the City Commission.
C. Review Criteria. The special temporary sales event shall comply with the location requirements and time limitations of Chapter 3, Article V, Section 6, and the other site development
standards described in Chapter 4.
D. Approval Process. Applications shall be reviewed by staff and action will be taken by the appropriate administrative official within thirty (30) days of the application.
E. Expiration. Event approval shall be valid for a period not to exceed fourteen (14) days within any one (1) calendar year; however, the approval may be valid for up to sixty (60)
days within one (1) calendar year if the subject site is large enough to accommodate, and configured such, that the merchandise associated with the sales event is setback at least three
hundred (300) feet from any property line abutting a street right of way in accordance with Chapter 3, Article V, Section 6.
F. Miscellaneous.
1. Signage. See banners in Chapter 4, Article IV, Section 4.B.6. for additional standards regarding allowable signing for special sales event approval.
2. Permanent Exterior Storage. The permanent exterior storage of retail merchandise or equipment shall be regulated separately in accordance with Chapter 3, Article V, Section 8.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10)
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ARTICLE VI. IMPACT AND SELECTED FEES
Sec. 1. General.
The purpose of this article is to provide an overview of some of the regulatory fees, excluding application and construction related fees, which are commonly imposed by the city when
an applicant undertakes development, redevelopment, or improvement of real property in the city. The intent of this article is to assist a developer in their due diligence; however,
the following list may not be all inclusive, as additional fees and costs may be applicable.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10)
Sec. 2. City Parks and Recreation Facilities Impact Fee or Land Dedication.
A. General.
1. Purpose and Intent. This section is enacted to ensure that future land development within the city provides land and facilities for park or recreational purposes in accordance with
the Open Space and Recreation Element of the Comprehensive Plan adopted by the city. The imposition of a park and recreation facilities impact fee is to provide a source of revenue
to fund the construction or improvement of the city park system necessitated by growth, as delineated in the Capital Improvement Element of the Comprehensive Plan. The purpose of this
section is to ensure that all future residential land development creating an impact on park and recreational facilities within the city shall bear a proportionate share of the cost
of capital expenditure necessary to provide such facilities in accordance with the Open Space and Recreation Element of the Comprehensive Plan adopted by the city.
2. Applicability. A park and recreation facilities impact fee is hereby imposed on the construction of any type of new residential dwelling unit. For the purposes of this section,
a residential use shall be construed to be any such use that is listed under the (residential and lodging( category shown in the use matrix (see Chapter 3, Article IV, Section 3.D.).
A residential use shall include the residential component of mixed use developments, or the conversion of any existing non-residential use to a new residential use. The provisions
of this section however, shall not apply to accessory dwelling units, bed and breakfast, hotel and motel establishments, and nursing homes (as defined by the state).
3. Terms and Definitions. See Chapter 1, Article II for the terms and definitions associated with impact fees.
4. Waiver. Any request to waive a city impact fee shall be in accordance with City Code of Ordinances Part II, Chapter 8, Economic Development, Section 8 1.
B. Time of Impact Fee Payment. Payment of park and recreation facilities impact fees or transfer of title to land conveyed in lieu of a cash payment, shall be made prior to the issuance
of a building permit (see Chapter 2, Article IV, Section 2).
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C. Impact Fee Calculation. The formula used to develop park and recreation facilities impact fee assessment is set forth in accordance with the following:
1. Table 2 3. Costs Per Capita: Methodology. The cost per capita is calculated by multiplying the standard quantity of park land and facility by average cost per facility. The standard
quantity is based on actual provision. The land value is the average assessed value per acre of all vacant parcels within the city of two (2) acres or more. Average development cost
has been added to the average assessed value to account for basic civil and site development costs.
Component
Standard per
Capita
Average Cost
per Facility
Cost per
Capita
Land Acres
0.002456
$275,626
$676.89
Playgrounds
0.000249
$192,500
$47.84
Basketball Courts
0.000219
$152,500
$33.44
Handball/Racquetball Courts
0.000117
$225,000
$26.31
Baseball/Softball Fields Youth
0.000073
$300,000
$21.93
Baseball/Softball Fields Adults
0.000029
$357,500
$10.45
Football/Soccer Fields
0.000029
$355,000
$10.38
Tennis Courts
0.000453
$120,000
$54.38
Shuffleboard Courts
0.000234
$46,250
$10.82
Picnic Areas
0.000351
$57,200
$20.07
Fitness Trails (Stations)
0.000029
$92,500
$2.70
TOTAL COST PER CAPITA
$915.00
ADJUSTED COST PER
Adjustment ($915 x 0.36)*
$329.00
*Based on park improvement budgets over the last five (5) fiscal years, sixty-four percent (64%) of the cost of park development is anticipated to be paid by the city, with the remaining
thirty-six percent (36%) covered by funds from the trust fund established for deposition of impact fees. In the calculation of adjusted cost per capita, other revenues that are being
used to pay for new parks and recreation facilities and for improvement of existing facilities are subtracted from the total per capita cost.
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2. Table 2 4. Cost Per Dwelling Unit (Impact Fee) Methodology. The cost of parks and recreational facilities per dwelling unit is the impact fee. It is calculated by multiplying the
park and recreational facility cost per person (after the credit reduction for other revenues) by the average number of persons per dwelling unit in a given type of structure:
Type of
Dwelling Unit
Net Unfunded
Cost Per Capita
Persons Per
Dwelling Unit*
Impact Fee Per
Dwelling Unit
Single Family, Detached or Attached*
$329.00
2.66
$875.00
Dwellings in buildings containing two (2) to four (4) units*
$329.00
2.06
$678.00
Multi Family (dwellings in buildings containing five (5) or more units*)
$329.00
1.81
$595.00
*As per Census definitions. The persons per unit numbers are currently based on the Census Bureau 2008-2010 American Community Survey(s estimates.
D. Table 2 5. Impact Fee Amount. The established park and recreation facilities impact fee per residential unit is as follows:
Type of Dwelling Unit
Impact Fee per Dwelling Unit
Single Family, Detached or Attached
$875.00
Dwellings in buildings containing two (2) to four (4) units
$678.00
Multi Family (dwellings in buildings containing five (5) or more units)
$595.00
E. Credit Towards Impact Fee Imposition. Where a building(s) consisting of one (1) or more dwelling units is demolished for redevelopment purposes and replaced by another building of
one (1) or more dwelling units the developer of the redevelopment project can request a credit for all or part of any previous park and recreational impact fees paid to the city for
the building(s). The burden is on the developer to submit proof of previous payment of park and recreation impact fees. Following application, city staff shall determine the amount of
credit to be given based on a cost per dwelling unit basis. If the number of units being constructed in redevelopment are equal to or less than the number of units that previously existed
on the property and impact fees were previously paid, the developer will be assessed no additional park and recreational impact fees. If the number of units being constructed in redevelopment
is greater than the number of units that previously existed on the site and impact fees were previously paid, the developer will be charged additional impact fees only for the number
of new units that exceeds the original number of units.
F. Land Donation in Lieu of Impact Fee. Some or all of the park and recreation facilities impact fee obligation may be satisfied by dedication of land to the city for park and recreation
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of donation may be initiated by the applicant or the city upon the formal filing of a development application and prior to the completion of staff reviews. When staff anticipates the
need for a land dedication in lieu of an impact fee, staff shall notify the property owner/applicant at the pre application conference. Staff's notification to the property owner/applicant
shall include a statement that only the City Commission has the authority to decide when a land dedication will be required in lieu of the payment of the impact fee. In either case,
the decision to accept land in lieu of a fee is reserved to the City Commission.
1. Master or Site Plan. When either an applicant or the city proposes a land dedication in lieu of all or part of the required cash fee, the applicant shall submit to the Director of
Parks and Recreation a proposed plan for the dedication of land for impact fee satisfaction. The proposed plan shall include a legal description of the land and a written appraisal
of the land, along with a proposed date for the donation of the land. Upon receipt of the proposed plan, the Director of Recreation and Parks shall schedule a hearing before the City
Commission and provide the applicant with written notice of the time and place of the hearing. Such hearing shall be held in accordance with the City Commission rules for conducting
quasi judicial hearings. The City Commission, following a written recommendation from the Director of Parks and Recreation and the City Manager, shall, following the public hearing
determine whether it shall require a land dedication in lieu of a fee by consideration of the following:
a. Suitability. The land should be suitable for future park and recreation facilities based upon the size, shape, topography, geology, access and location of the proposed development;
b. No Defects. The land must have no known physical problems such as with drainage or flooding, or on site safety hazards associated with it; and
c. Consistency. The location of the land and its potential for development should be consistent with the city's Recreation and Parks Strategic Plan.
2. Approval. Nothing contained herein should be construed to prevent the City Commission from exercising its authority to decline the donation of land as partial or full satisfaction
of the park and recreation facilities impact fee.
3. Fair Market Value. The fair market value of said land dedicated in lieu of a cash fee will be credited to the applicant against the impact fee as set forth in this section. If the
fair market value exceeds the applicant's impact fee obligation, the reimbursement will be made to the applicant by direct cash payment from the trust fund.
4. Appraisal. The value of the proposed land to be dedicated shall be based upon a written appraisal of fair market value by a qualified and professional appraiser, and based upon comparable
sales of similar property between unrelated parties in a bargaining transaction, if available. The appraiser must: be a Member of the Appraisal Institute (M.A.I.); have his or her principal
office for business in Martin, Palm Beach or Broward County; and have been qualified to testify as an expert on land valuation in a court proceeding in at least three (3) legal proceedings
involving a governmental entity. The fee of the appraiser shall be paid by the applicant when a dedication in lieu of a cash fee is requested by the applicant and by the city when
the dedication in lieu of a cash fee is initiated by the city.
G. Use of Park Impact Fee Proceeds.
1. The funds collected pursuant to the Park and Recreation Facilities Impact Fee Ordinance shall be paid to the city, and placed in a trust fund to be known as the reserve for parks
and recreational facilities.
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a. This account shall be used solely for the purpose of providing growth-necessitated capital improvements to the city park system including, but not limited to:
(1) Land acquisition, including any cost of acquisition;
(2) Cost related to the enhancement or expansion of existing city owned parks or sites that the city maintains for recreational purposes;
(3) Fees for professional services, including but not limited to architecture, engineering, surveying, landscaping, soils and material testing, legal, appraisals, and construction management;
(4) Design and construction documents;
(5) Site development and on site and off site improvements incidental to the construction thereto;
(6) Any permitting or application fees necessary for the construction;
(7) Design and construction of parks and recreational facilities;
(8) Design and construction of drainage facilities required by the construction of parks and recreational facilities or improvements thereto;
(9) Relocating utilities required by the construction of parks and recreational facilities or improvements or additions thereto;
(10) Landscaping;
(11) Acquisition of capital equipment for the city park system;
(12) Repayment of monies borrowed from any budgetary fund of the city which were used to fund growth-necessitated capital improvements to the city park system as provided herein;
(13) Payment of principal and interest, necessary reserves and costs of issuance under any bonds or other indebtedness issued by the city to fund growth necessitated improvements and
additions to the city park system subsequent to the effective date of this section; and
(14) Costs related to the administration, collection, and implementation of the park impact fees.
b. Funds shall be used first for the purpose of providing park or recreational facilities reasonably related to serving the subdivision by purchasing land or by improving the land for
park and recreational purposes.
c. If both adequate land and improvements exist in the area, funds may be spent to acquire or improve park and recreational facilities elsewhere in the city.
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d. The expenditure of these funds shall accommodate increased utilization at city owned or maintained parks or sites.
2. For purposes of this section, "capital improvements to the city park system" means capital improvements, including land, land improvements, buildings, and equipment having a useful
life of at least five (5) years and a cost of at least five thousand dollars ($5,000), necessary for the provision of park and recreation services to new impact generating development.
3. The moneys deposited into the reserve for parks and recreational facilities trust account shall be used solely to provide capital improvements to the city park system as necessitated
by growth and shall not be used for any expenditure that would be classified as a maintenance or repair expense.
4. Any park impact fee funds on deposit which are not immediately necessary for expenditure shall be invested by the city. All income derived from such investments shall be deposited
in the reserve for parks and recreational facilities trust account and used as provided herein.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10; Am. Ord. 11 032, passed 1 3 12; Am. Ord. 13 011, passed 6 4 13)
Sec. 3. Capital Facilities Fee.
Potable water/sanitary sewer fees are calculated based on the type of use and anticipated water and sewer demand as detailed in the City's Code of Ordinances Part II, Chapter 26.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10)
Sec. 4. Fire Rescue Assessment.
This fee is required pursuant to City Code of Ordinances Part II, Chapter 23, Article III.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10)
Sec. 5. Art in Public Places Fee.
All development, redevelopment, reconstruction, or remodeling projects, which are subject to the Arts in Public Places Program, shall pay a public arts fee in accordance with City Code
of Ordinances Part II, Chapter 2, Article XII.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10)
Sec. 6. Downtown Stormwater Improvement Watershed Fee.
This fee shall be paid prior to the issuance of a building permit for new construction and/or redevelopment in the downtown watershed in accordance with City Code of Ordinances Part
II, Section 26-406.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10)
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Sec. 7. Palm Beach County Fees.
Palm Beach County ordinances require that certain impact fees be paid concurrent with development activities, collectible prior to issuance of certain permitting fees. Developers in
Boynton Beach shall pay such fees in accordance with Palm Beach County ordinances.
A. Road. This fee is based on the county(s schedule, published 01/12/2006 or most recent update.
B. School. This fee is based on the county(s schedule, published 01/12/2006 or the most recent update.
C. Park. This fee is based on the county(s schedule, published 01/12/2006 or the most recent update.
D. Public Building. This fee is based on the county(s schedule, published 01/12/2006 or the most recent update.
(Ord. 10-025, passed 12-7-10)
Sec. 8. Green Building Program.
See Chapter 2, Article I, Section 5 for additional fees associated with the Green Building Fee, a voluntary program.
(Ord. 11-014, passed 4-27-11)
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