Minutes 06-27-17
MINUTES OF THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD MEETING
HELD IN COMMISSION CHAMBERS, CITY HALL,
100 E. BOYNTON BEACH BOULEVARD, BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA
ON TUESDAY, JUNE 27, 2017, AT 6:30 P.M.
PRESENT: STAFF:
David Katz, Chair Ed Breese, Principal Planner
Susan Oyer, Alternate Farah Nerette, Assistant City Attorney
Andrew Podray Lisa Edmondson, Prototype, Recorder
Trevor Rosecrans
Nicholas Skarecki, Alternate
Ryan Wheeler
Floyd Zonenstein
ABSENT:
Kevin Fischer, Vice Chair
Stephen Palermo
Chair Katz called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
1. Pledge of Allegiance
The members recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Roll Call
Roll was called and it was determined a quorum was present.
3. Agenda Approval
Upon Motion duly made and seconded, the Agenda was approved. In a voice vote, the
motion passed unanimously (7-0).
4. Approval of Minutes from May 23, 2017, meeting
Motion made by Mr. Zonenstein, seconded by Mr. Rosecrans, to approve the May 23,
2017, minutes. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously (7-0).
5. Communications and Announcements: Report from Staff
Mr. Breese reported that the Commission approved the Mignano Tree Care Conditional
Use Application and the Quantum Park & Village South Master Site Plan Modification
for Retail Building 1. On first reading, also approved were the Group Home
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Amendments as well as the Cultural District Overlay and the Boynton Beach Blvd.
Overlay, both to be back before the Commission on second reading.
6. Old Business – None
7. New Business
Attorney Nerette swore in those wishing to testify on the items below.
Chair Katz noted that both items can be heard together and then motions considered
separately. Also, that both items have come before the Board before and modifications
are minor; therefore, only the modifications will be addressed.
A.1. Boynton Village & Town Center (MPMD 17-004) – Approve request for
Master Plan Modification to the Boynton Village & Town Center
development to amend the previous approvals for SMU Parcels 1, 2 & 3
within Boynton Village & Town Center from 643 condominiums, 350
apartments and 115 single-family homes to 674 apartments and 115
single-family homes, on 106.499-acres located at the NE corner of
Congress Avenue and Old Boynton Road. Applicant: Jeffrey Bartel,
Berger Singerman LLP.
A.2. Alta at Cortina (MSPM 17-006) – Approve request to construct 324
apartments and related site improvements on SMU Parcel 3 of the
Boynton Village & Town Center master planned development, located on
a 10.246-acre vacant tract on the west side of Renaissance Commons
Boulevard, immediately south of the Boynton (C-16) Canal, in the SMU
(Suburban Mixed Use) zoning district. Applicant: Jeffrey Bartel, Berger
Singerman LLP.
Mr. Bartel made a brief, combined presentation. All notices were provided to all
residents, homeowners, and property owners within the boundaries. At the last
meeting, Applicant sought 318 units to construct apartments on the 10.246 acres of the
project, possibly adding six units total to the project, now seeking approval to that minor
modification. Attendant parking provided as required, no other conditions or variances.
Staff has approved the issues.
There were no public comments.
Ms. Oyer had concerns regarding:
where the two EV charger spots are located;
why a brown roof, perhaps something more reflective and eco-friendly;
mature trees kept or moved; and
palm trees versus shade trees.
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Mr. Bartel and Fred Cardozo (architect) addressed the questions. The EV chargers
have not yet been placed on the site plan, but will be in a central location, possibly near
the clubhouse. Intention is to keep the barrel tiles reminiscent of Florida styles;
however, one-third of the roof area is flat, white, and reflective. Trusses create space
above concrete roof slab for insulation and ventilation to facilitate use of barrel tiles.
Ms. Oyer suggested perhaps the tiles could be painted white, and discussion followed
on architectural aesthetics.
DS Boca Landscape Architects stated invasive trees will be removed, larger specimens
cannot survive a move. Will take a second look to see what can be saved around the
perimeter. Because of height of building, palm trees give better impact, with Staff
recommending Royal Palms to keep some of the streetscape.
Mr. Rosecrans asked about open space, pervious vs impervious ratio. Mr. Cardoza did
not have those figures at the moment, but said the change was minor, removing only
750 square feet of green area, so reduction is minimal. Mr. Bartel added that the
original 2.15 acres remain and exceeds minimum requirements.
Mr. Wheeler wondered about the flood zone, that the base flood elevation requirements
will change at the end of the year. Mr. Cardoza stated that the plans are a foot above
current requirements.
Mr. Podray had concerns on page 35 in the packet, Buildings 4 and 5, and 54 units with
31 parking space immediately adjacent to each building – that functionality of the
buildings is being traded for the aesthetic ordinances of the City.
Ms. Oyer wondered if the LED lighting is cool white or warm white, as pertains to health
issues with cool white lighting. Mr. Bartel stated this will be addressed at the time of
building permitting, and will meet any health and safety issues of the City.
Chair Katz asked about the City Forester visiting the site. Mr. Breese said the trees are
examined for condition and overall health, as well as location, in relation to
improvements, suggesting which trees can be saved in place or relocated onsite. Chair
Katz also wondered about swapping out palm trees for live oaks as native shade trees.
Mr. Breese noted that spreading roots in plantings must be considered, and live oaks
don’t work well close to buildings. Mr. Bartel stated that before the City Commission
meeting they will meet with the City Arborist to determine if there are opportunities
mutually aggregable to both parties. Chair Katz asked for conditions of approval in the
motion regarding the trees and the EV charger placements.
Motion made by Mr. Wheeler, seconded by Mr. Zonenstein, to approve MPMD 17-004.
In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously (7-0).
Motion made by Mr. Rosecrans, seconded by Mr. Zonenstein, to approve MSPM 17-
006 and that conditions of approval are to 1) swap out palm trees with live oaks
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wherever possible and 2) have the two EVA sites located by the clubhouse. In a voice
vote, the motion passed 6-1, with Mr. Podray dissenting.
8. Other – None
9. Comments by Members – None
10. Adjournment
Upon motion duly made and seconded, the meeting was adjourned at 6:58 p.m.
\[Minutes prepared by M. Moore, Prototype, Inc.\]
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