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Minutes 03-09-93HINUTESOF THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPHENT BOARD HEETING HELD IN COMMISSION CHAHBERS, CITY HALL, BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, ON TUESDAY, HARCH 9, 1993 AT 7:00 PRESENT Gary Lehnertz, Chairman Marilyn Huckle, Vice Chairwoman Nathan Collins Ken Johnson Bradley Miller Paul Davis, Alternate ABSENT Nathan Sussman, Alternate (excused) Shirley Stevens Christopher Cutro, Planning and Zoning Director Mike Haag, Zoning and Site Development Administrator James Cherof, City Attorney PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairman Lehnertz called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. INTRODUCTION OF HAYOR~ COHHISSIONERS AND BOARD HENBERS Chairman Lehnertz introduced the Board members. AGENDA APPROVAL There being no additions, deletions or corrections, Ms. Huckle moved the approv- al of the agenda. Mr. Johnson seconded the motion which carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF HINUTES There beimg no additions, deletions or corrections, Mr. Miller moved the approv- al of the minutes of the February 9, 1993 meeting. Ms. Huckle seconded the motion which carried unanimously. COMMUNICATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS A. Report of ,~he Planntn9 and Zoning Deparbrnent Mr. Cutro reported that at the January 19th meeting, the City Con~nission approved the site plan for the East Water Treatment Plant. They also authorized the text change for the Boynton Beach Mall to allow for auto repairs in an out- parcel of seventy-five (75) acres or more. On February 16th, the City Commission approved the site plan, conditional use and the two appeal requests for St. Mark's Church as per comments from staff. They also approved the conditional use for the Boynton Promenade. Further, they approved the Mall text change on first reading. On March 2~d, the City Commission determined that the PID change is a minor change and~ they forwarded it to the Planning and Development Board for a final determination. The Mall text change was approved on second reading. - 1 MINUTES - PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MARCH 9, 1993 OLD BUSINESS A. None NEW BUSINESS A. PLANNED DEVELOPHENT HODIFICATION MASTER PLAN MODIFICATION Project Name: Agent: Owner: Location: Description: Motorola PID Dave Derck Motorola Southeast corner of Gateway Boulevard and Congress Avenue Master Plan Modification to allow day care in the Motorola PID, to allow subdivision of the site for a day-care center and modifications to the initial road system. Mr. Cutro made the presentation and advised that he would review the two staff reports and then address the concerns of the Board. Mr. Cutro stated that the change proposed for the master plan is a very small change. Permission is requested to subdivide the property. This site was re- quired to be one large property with Only one owner. The purpose of this reqJest is to allow Motorola to sell a 1.9 acre parcel to Kidstop for a day-care center. Mr. Cutro explained that it will be necessary for the Board to approve the actual use on this site sinte it was originally intended for industrial uses and manufacturing uses. It wil,1 be necessary to change some of the existing roads on the site in order to create the roads for Kidstop. The Technical Review Committee reviewed this request and recommended approval. On February 16th, the City Commission had no comments other than their deter- mination that this is a minor change. B. SITE PLAN NEW SITE PLAN Project Name: Agent: Owner: Location: Description: Kldstop II Robert E. Kuoppala Kuoppala & Associates, P.A. Mark & Joan Mendel {Under Contract to Purchase from Motorola) Northeast corner of Motorola PID - south of NW 22nd Avenue {Gateway Boulevard), east of the E-4 canal Request to construct a day-school facility for approximately 185 children and 26 employees on a 1.859 acre site at the Motorola PID. -2- NINUTES - PLANNING AND DEVELOPNENT BOARD NEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA ~RCH 9~ 1993 With regard to the site plan, Mr. Cutro reported this will be a rectangular building whose design meets the Modern design of the Communit~ Design criteria. The col:ors are different from the Motorola building, but there are no color limitations in the Modern district. This site will share the entrance on Gateway Boulevard known as the East Entrance. The playground will be located on the south and east sides of the building and will be surrounded by a six-foot fence. There is a forty-foot (40') landscaped area along Gateway Boulevard and the east side. Most of that landscaped area will remain; however, any existing material requiring relocation because of the parking lot will be relocated and maintained on the Motorola site. Mr. Cutro proceeded to the sign program modification. C. SIGN PROGRAN MODIFIP. ATION Review a request by Robert Kuoppala, Agent, for Joan and Mark Mendel, to add the Kidstop signage to the Motorola PID signage. The PID project is located at the southeast corner of Congress Avenue and NW 22nd Avenue (Gateway Boulevard). TheKidstop site is located in the northeast corner of the Motorola PID. Mr. Cutro explained that there are no specific requirements for PCDs, PIDs, and PUDs with regard to signs. They are permitted to propose their own sign program. Pictures on an easel displayed the proposed Kidstop sign. The sign will match the building colors. The size of the sign is consistent with the requirements of the Sign Code. There will be no signage on the building. The Technical Review Committee reviewed this request and made minor comments; however, there are enough comments to request the applicant to submit a corrected building plan. Comments from the Engineering and Building Departments will be addressed at the time of building permit. The Technical Review Committee and staff recommend approval of this request. Mr. Cutro asked the Board to make separate motions on each request. Ms. Huckle questioned whether or not the Sign Ordinance addresses logos. Mr. Haag explained that logos are not prohibited in PIDs and PCDs; they can be part of the sign program. Ms. Huckle was very pleased with the proposed sign and found it quite attractive. Dave Oerck~ of 7528 Wentworth Drlve~ Lake North~ Florlda~ stated he is in agreement with t--6~-C~gineer's memorandum regarding an executed cross-access agreement. This is part of the sales agreement with Kidstop. In response to Chairman Lehnertz' question, Mr. Derck said he is familiar with the staff comments from John Guidry. Mr. Cutro explained that the comment from Mr. Guidry has been addressed. Motorola and the petitioner are aware they must work out the water and sewer details. A submittal has been received by Utilities and they are currently reviewing it. -3- HTNUTE$ - PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD HEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MARCH 9, 1993 Motion Ms. Huckle moved to A~ROVE and recommend the MASTER PLAN MODIFIr~TION for Motorola to allow for day care in the Motorola PID, to allow subdivision of the site for a day-care center and modifications to the initial road system, subject to staff comments. Mr. Collins seconded the motion which carried unanimously. Bob~ ~b'~04 loth Avenue North~ Lake~ Florida, thanked the City, MikeHaagand ~S-~ro for their ex~tioqs ha~of his request. This project was originally intended for Quantum Pabk; however, that site was not able to be purchased. He is aware of all of the staff comments and has no problems with them~ They Will be addressed before building permits are issued. Mr. Davis noted that the plans indicate 50 percent native vegetation. He wondered if that is 50 percent of the species or of the total number of plants. Mr. Haag advised that the City has been following the requirments of the Comprehensive Plan which indicates that 50 percent of the required landscaping be of a native species. This plan meets the requirement~ Mr. Davis had an objection to one of the species to be use6. Me asked that another species be selected in place of th~ Carrotwood trees because they spread rapidly and choke out the native vegetation, Mr. Cutro agneed to change the selection. Mr. Collins confirmed that there wi)l be open enrollment for this day-care center. Ms. Huckle congratulated all involved for the design and location of the center. She feels there is a need for this use and it will be a beautiful addition to the complex. In response to Mr. Miller's question, it was reported that the day-care center is anticipated for opening in September, and shoulo be at capacity by Thanks- giving. A waiting list already exists. In looking at the drop-off location, Ms. Huckle noted that parking spaces are provided for that purpose. Mr. K~oppala explained that because of the ages of the children to be served, it will be necessary for the parent to check the child into the school; therefore, they must park. They will vacate those spots within approximately two to three minutes. Ms. Huckle further noted that there are only seven (7) drop-off spaces. Mr. Kuoppala advised that Mr. Staudinger feels this number is adequate for the number of children to be served since there are staggered hours of arrival and departure. Discussion ensued regarding parking spaces for employees. Mr. Haag confirmed that the proposed parking meets the requirements of the Code. -4 - HINUTES - PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD HEETIHG BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA HAP, CH 9, 1993 M~rk Hendel~ 7458 ~re$cot Drtve~ Lake Worth~ confirmed that twenty-six employees will be on hand during the peak hours of 9:30 a.m. through 2:30 p.m. During that period, the least number of parents will be at the site. The drop-off periods are generally very early and the pick-up periods are very late. Because of past experience in Lake Worth, Mr. Mendel knows the fewest number of staff is present during these times. Mr. Miller pointed out that not only does this meet the Code requirements, but the applicant's experience should also be accepted as fact because he has the most to lose if the proper amount of parking is not provided. In response to Mr. Johnson's question, Mr. Mendel explained that his original plan to purchase land in Quantum Park did not go through. Mr. Cutro said Deutsch-Ireland is now out of Quantum Park and many of the original plans for the sale of l~nd have fallen through, Mr. Simon has taken over and is working out new financing. Hopefully, this situation will be cleared up within the next month. Hotlon Mr. Miller moved to APPROVE the SITE PLAN for the Kidstop II subject to staff comments. Mr. Johnson seconded the motion which carried unanimously. It was confirmed that there will be eighteen inches (18") of landscaping around the base of the sign. Motion Mr. Miller moved to APPROVE the MODIFICATION OF THE HOTOROLA PIO SIGN PROGRAM to include the signage for Kidstop. Ms. Huckle seconded the motion which carried unanimously. COMMENTS BY MEMBERS Mr. Miller remarked that d'iscussions have taken place in the past regarding per- mitting the use of landscaping with trees Which will allow a view of the buildings. Mr. Cutro stated that Royal Palm trees will be used in front of this building and Oak trees will be used at the back. It was agreed that this concept should be investigated further in the future. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting properly adjourned at 7:40 p.m. Recording Secretary (One Tape) -5 -