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Minutes 05-26-81MINUTES OF THE PLANNING $ ZONING BOARD MEETING HELD AT CITY HALL, BOYNTON BEACH~ FLORIDA TUESDAY, MAY 26, 1981 PRES ENT: Simon Ryder~ Chairman Garry Winter, Vice Chairman Lil!ian Bond Ezell Hester Ronald Linkous Robert Wandelt Carmen Annunziato, City Planner Simon Zive The meeting was called to order at '7:30 P.M. by Chairman Ryder, who welcomed those present and introduced the Board members~ the City Planner and the Recording Secretary Lois Bee. Mr. Winter was not present at this time (he arrived at 7:37). The Chairman acknowledged Councilman Joe deLong in the audience. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion was made by Mrs. Bond to approve the minutes of May 127 1981, as written Seconded by Mr. Hester and carried 6-0. ANNOUNCEMENTS Mr. Annunziato announced that he will be going on vacation June 18th to July 1st and asked the board members to cancel its June 23rd meeting. Chairman Ryder noted that things have slowed up a bit and there is a meeting before that~ Motion was made by Mr. Zive to cancel the June 23, 1981 Planning & Zoning Board meeting Seconded by Mrs. Bond, motion carried 6-0. Mr. Annunziato announced that he had five copies of pamphlets prepared by the Area Planning Board entitled "Development Guide of Palm Beach County", listing development applications of procedures for varying local governments in Palm Beach County. He explained that it includes an overview of the different drainage districts, the water management districts, various fire districts, and different permitting agencies. He distributed the five copies at this time and asked that two members share. He said it is good information, it is available, and it is free. Mr. Winter arrived at this time and was introduced by Chairman Ryder. The Chairman informed him of the ruling to cancel the June 23rd meeting. COMMUNICATIONS None OLD BUSINESS None MINUTES: PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 26, 1981 NEW BUSINESS A. Public Hearings: None B. Subdivisions: Preliminary Plat PROJECT NAME: Replat of Housing Tract 'N" - Summit Plat Hunters Run Golf $ Racquet Club AGENT: Charles N. Gilbert OWNER: Summit Associates, Ltd. LOCATION: 3500 Clubhouse Lane, Boynton Beach, Fla. 33436 DESCRIPTION: Prelimi~nary Plat Mr. Linkous noted that this project is also listed on page 2 of the Agenda, under Site Plans, and he asked if this should be considered together Mr. Annunziato concurred. The Chairman noted that they would be acted upon individually. With the use of enlarged plat displays, Mr. Annunziato proceeded to explain the laYOUt, pointing out boundaries and locations of the road, lake, and sewer and water facilities. Mr. Annunziato reported that the Technical Review Board has reviewed the plat and development plans and approval is recommended. He noted that a memorandum dated May 20, 1981, was directed to the City Planner from Tom Clark, City Engineer, to this effect, advisihg that cost estimate will be forwarded as soon as received. Mr. Annunziato then cited one memorandum dated May 19, 1981, from the Director of Utilities advising that 'Tthe sewer lines should be re-located in such a manner that they are under pavement instead of cutting across the arc of the roadT'. Mr. Annunziato also noted comments from the Public Works Department advising that no underground cans should be permitted. Mr. Annunziato reported that the bond estimate did come in following submission of the Agenda to the Planning $ Zoning Board. The total for public improvements is approximately $79,000.00 which is 110% of the bond amount. - 2 - MINUTES: PLANNING g ZONING BOARD MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 26, 1981 The Chairman questioned the trunk sewer lines and connections. Mr. Annunziato responded that there is a gravity system proposed inside the private road. In some areas it leaves the road. Mr. Annunziato noted~that it has been their experience that when the sewer lines follow the road, it is easier to access. He said there are no lift stations as part of this plat. Mr. Charles Gilbert, representing the applicant, was recognized by the Chairman. He had no questions. Mr. Hester moved to approve the preliminary plat and development plans as recommended subject to staff comments; seconded by Mr. Zive. With no further discussion, the motion carried 7-0. Site Plan PROJECT NAME: Replat of Housing Tract "N" - Summit Plat Hunters Run Golf & Racquet Club AGENT: Charles N. Gilbert OWNER: Summit Associates, Ltd. LOCATION: 3500 Clubhouse Lane Boynton Beach, Fla. ~3436 DESCRIPTION: 30 Units plus Swimming Pool The following data was presented by Mr. Annunziato: A total of 30 units is proposed over 9.756 acres. The building ares is 84,000 sq.ft., which is approximately 20% of the lot. The street area is approximately 26,040 sq.ft ~ which is approximately 6% of the lot. This leaves a landscape area of 260,295 sq.ft., which is approximately 63% of the lot. The height of the buildings is 19' and total floor area 59,070 sq.ft. Mr. Annunziato reported that this was reviewed by the Staff and it is recommended that this site plan be approved subject to the Public Works Department comment concerning no underground garbage cans. Mr. Gilbert stated that this duplex arrangement is a new product -- that this is the first time the "N" Tract is being submitted and also the first time the duplex is submitted. Mr. Annunziato added that recreational facilities are provided on the site, with a pool and restroom . at this location. Mrs. BOnd asked if this has a garage attached; the answer was yes. It was noted that the allowed density is 10 and the proposed density is 3.075. The Chairman asked if these units have a common wall and garages - single story; Mr. Gilbert answered yes, they have carports - single story. The Chairman asked if there are any safeguards or bar'biers; Mr. Gilbert said there is a 6' high masonry wall which is part of the site plan as outlined, running along the lake. He noted that there is - 3- MINTdTES: PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 26, 1981 also a large landscape area between the lake b~ndary a-nd the-.wall. Mrs. Bond asked how many square feet there would be in each unit. Mr. Gilbert responded: approximately 2,000 sq.ft., which does not include the carport. Mr. Zive asked if Mr. Gilbert had built all of the places in Hunters Run. Mr. Gilbert said no, they have done 5 tracts: A, B, M, L, and C is now under construction. Mr. Zive commended Mr. Gilbert and highly recommended the work that he has done up until now, especially to beautify Boynton Beach. Chairman Ryder said he thought that was the consensus of most people in Boynton Beach. No further discussion, Mr. Zive made a motion to recommend approval of the site plan for Hunters Run subject to staff comments. Seconded by Mrs. Bond, motion carried 7-0. Master Plan Chairman Ryder presented the next item: PROJECT NAME: Fisherman's Landing AGENT: Michael B. Schorah OWNER: Melric Corporation LOCATION: East end of Las Palmas Blvd. and Lakeside Harbour Dr. DESCRIPTION: 10 Single Family Lots - R1AA Zoning Classification Chairman Ryder reminded the Board Members that the Pre Applica- tion was submitted to this Board a short while ago and subsequently approved, and this is the next step on the subdivision in consideration of the Master Plan. Mr. Annunziato further explained that this application provides for the construction of ten (10) single family units on ten (10) single family lots. He said that the construction of units is not contemplated at this time. Michael B. Schorah had submitted documentation for Master Plan technical review; this included drainage calculations and copy of a letter of April 7, 1981, from the City of Boynton Beach stating that water and sewer service is available. Mr. Annunziato deliniated the drainage situation at Fisherman's Landing Site. He reported that this application was reviewed by the Staff and Staff Comments were as follows: From the Engineering Department -- Subject to DER's Permit, this is the result of storm water run-off terminating in the Ent~a~eoastal. From the Utility Department -- a memorandum dated May 19, 1981, reads as follows: - 4 - MINUTES: PLANNING $ ZONING BOARD MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 26, 1981 "Please be advised that there is a sewer force main running parallel to the gravity system which they claim is not in an easement. Both the gravity lines and the force main must be re-located without interruption of service on the force main and gravity lines. "Also, the water line at the north end of the property shall be tied to the 2" line which comes eastward on Lakeside Harbor Drive and the line should further be extended northward to tie onto an existing 6" line in the subdivision to the north of it, so it is a looped system. "The engineers can get details and locations from this Office through Mark Law." Chairman Ryder asked if the northerly end of the water loop would be in a street; Mr. Annunziato said it would be in a private easement. From the Public Works Department -- a note that no underground cans will be permitted. From the Parks S Recreation Department -- Fee in lieu of land. From the Energy Coordinator -- Recommend energy-efficient high pressure sodium-vapor lighting Mr. Annunziato said it is their recommendation that the Master Plan at Fisherman, s Landing be approved subject to staff comments. Mr. Linkous asked, "As I understand it, the sewer lines did not follow the easement?" Mr. Annunziato answered, "Yes. The records seem to indicate that the lines were placed improperly." Mr. Ryder asked, "This will require that they be re-located?" Mr. Annunziato replied, "That is correct." It was noted that this went back to the early ~70's. David Dennington, representing Melric Corporation, was called upon and asked if he agreed with the~staff comments. Mr. Dennington agreed that the lines have to be re-located. He was asked if he agreed to do so and he replied, "You are saying should we pay for it - I think we would like to come to a compromise." Chairman Ryder emphasized that the approval by the board would be based on the compliance with the Technical Review Board. Mr. Wandelt noted that Lot ~10 would be in future jeopardy with the sewer line running through the lot and all responsibility would be on him if anything should happen. Mr. Dennington replied that they would not have a purchaser with the lot ineu~be, medand they plan to develop it anyway. - 5 MINUTES: PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 26, 1981 Mr. Annunziato said it is the recommendation to the Board that the applicant be made responsible for the re-location of the utilities. As this goes before Council and various procedures~ it would be incumbant upon the applicant to try to move the staff members ~from~h~t He said that, at this point, it should be clear that there is some benefit to the applicant to move those lines and that they more easily serve his property. Mr. Linkous said, being a former developer, it seems a little bit unfair that the developer pay the entire expense in a situa- tion like this, whereby an error was made some ten years ago. Chairman Ryder noted that they are just following the usual practice. Mr. Wandelt asked what area that particular line services. Mr. Annunziato said that is an active line; it is not a terminating manhole. This system serves a greater area than just this area. Motion was made by Mrs. Bond that Fisherman's Landing, the east end of Las Palmas Blvd. and Lakeside Harbour Drive, be approved subject to staff comments. Seconded by Mr. Linkous, the motion carried 7-0. C. Site Plans PROJECT NAME: Gulfstream Professional Center AGENT: Patrick T. Hope OWNER: Robert R. K~pp LOCATION: DESCRIPTION- 500 Gulfstream Blvd., Boynton Beach, Fla. 25,282 Sq.Ft. Office Building Chairman Ryder reminded the assembly that application was recently considered for Wendy's Restaurant located on the southwest corner of Gulfstream and Route 1. He explained that this location is immediately to the west of Wendy's operation and directly opposite Bonanza on the southerly side of Gulfstream Blvd., and it runs to Dixie Highway. Mr. Annunziato further deliniated the property lines, noting that Wendy's and this proposal share a property line for approximately half of the easterly property line of this Gul£stream Office Building. Also, there is no frontage of this building on U.S.1 highway. The height of the building is 24'4"7 2 stories; the landscape area 16,807 sq.ft, or 26.8% of the lot~ area of site 62,805 or 1.44 acres. Mr. Annunziato pointed out an existing water line and said that the applicant is proposing to re-locate that water line and grant the City an easement to the south of his building. Mr. Annunziato reported that this has been thoroughly researched by the Staff and this is satisfactory to the Legal Staff. Also, this was reviewed by the Technical Review Board. -- 6 -- MINUTES: PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 26, 1981 Chairman Ryder said he would assume that sidewalks will be installed on Gulfstream Blvd. and old Dixie; the answer was yes. Mr. Ryder noted that the paved way is not too wide and is getting a lot of business from the mall, and it would appear that, with traffic going east on Gulfstream, it would be beneficial to have some kind of deceleration lane into this development. Mr. Annunziato reported the Staff Comments as follows: From the Building Department -- a memorandum dated May 19, 1981, reading as follows: Please be advised of the following comments with reference to the above. 1. Turnout permits will be required for both driveways. 2. Sidewalks must be constructed to go through driveways. 3. Location of this site is presently not on our flood zone map, however would assume it to be 4. Parking for office use is calculated by square footage within a building not leaseable area. 5. Square footage indicates a need for 84 spaces. Plan shows 87. 6. Ail handicap requirements must be met. From the Engineering Department -- a memorandum dated May 19, 1981, reading as follows: 1. Paving and drainage to be done by Florida Registered Engineer with drainage calculations. 2. Elevations are required. 3. A catch basin should be provided where french drain changed direction. 4. Permits are required from Palm Beach County for both turnouts. From the Utilities Department -- a memorandum dated May 19, 1981, reading as 'follows: Please be advised that the developer who created three (3) separate parcels of land out of the piece of property on Gulfstream Blvd. and U.S. ~1, shall be required to extend the gravity sewer system southward in the easement between the office complex and Wendy's, to a point where the third lot which faces on U.S. ~1, south of the Wendy's property, can connect to the CityTs sewer system. Mr. Annunziato stated that it is the recommendatbn of the Technical Review Board that this application be approved subject to Staff Comments. Mr. Winter asked if they and Wendy's are going to share common parking. Mr. Annunziato said that the parking is separate and the access is separate -- the only thing shared is the landscap- ing scheme. - 7 - MINUTES: PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 26, 1981 Chairman Ryder asked if there would be an elevator in this 2-story building; the answer was yes. The applicant's agent, Patrick T. Hope (Architect), was asked for comments. He said that they will meet those requirements made by the various engineers. Mr. Zive asked how many offices there would be; Mr. Hope said there is a questionable plan -- the office scheme is set up for 20 to 32 offices. Mrs. Bond asked if the triangular portion above the building site would be landscaped; Mr. Hope said yes, there is a scheme to put a landscape island in there, as well as landscaping the building and sodding the entire area, with a hedge across the front. Mrs. Bond asked if this property would be separated with some barrier between WendyTs and the office building; Mr. Hope said yes. Mr. Linkous asked if this is a condo office complex; Mr. Hope said it is rental. Mr. Wandelt made a motion to approve, the application as presented, subject to staff comments. Seconded by Mr. Hester, the motion carried 7-0. Mr. Annunziato noted that the motion "subject to Staff Comments" does not include the item regarding the deceleration lane. Chairman Ryder suggested that this be made a recommendation to the Council. Mr. Linkous made a motion that the deceleration lane be encompassed in the motion. Seconded by Mr. Zive, the motion carried 7-0. Mr. Annunziato clarified the location of the deceleration lane for Mr. Hope: o~ Gulfstream Blvd, east bound. Chairman Ryder presented the next item: (still under Site Plans) PROJECT NAME: ~esse! Office Building AGENT: Kerry R. Kessel OWNER: Robert K. Kessel LOCATION: 2501 So. Seacrest Blvd Boynton Beach, Fla. 33435 DESCRIPTION: 2,838 Sq.Ft. Office Building Chairman Ryder noted that this is in C-1 zoning area -- that it is an odd shape. Mr. Annunziato noted that, if there ever was a building to fit the site, this is it. He defined the shape, noting that it is located on ~h~fs~uthwes~ co,new.of Seacrest Blvd. and-$~W.~Sth Ave~ .He continued the building as proposed is a relatively small office building -- somewhat triangular in shape, which is proposed to house the staff of the Kessler Construction Company. It is proposed to be accessed from Seacrest and from Southwest 25th Avenue. It is a 2-story building with a drive through. - 8 - MINUTES: PLANNING $ ZONING BOARD MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 26, 1981 Mr. Annunziato stated that this has been reviewed by the Staff with the following comments: From the Building Department -- a memorandum dated May 19, 1981: 1. Concrete walks must continue through driveway approaches. 2. County approval on Seacrest turnout. 3. Catch basins and drain fields subject to Engineering approval. 4. Main floor toilet must meet handicap. Does not, as shown on plan. 5. Show handicap entrance to building. From the Engineering Department -- a memorandum dated May 19, 1981: 1. Elevations are required. 2. French drain pipe should be minimum of 15 inches. 3. Catch basins at each end of the french drains are recommended so pipe cleaning will be easier. 4. A permit will be required from the County for the turnout on Seacrest. From the Public Works Department -- No underground cans. From the Energy Coordinator -- Recommend Energy-efficient high pressure Sodium-Vapor Lighting. Mr. Annunziato stated that it is recommended that the site plan be approved subject to Staff Comments. Chairman Ryder noted that Mr. Annunziato described a drive t~rough and it is actually an arch effect seen from Seacrest, driving through below the second story. Mr. Annunziato showed the board members the blueprints and pointed out that the building will be bronze reflected glass and stucco. Mr. Linkous questioned the parking just north of the curb cut on Seacrest and south as well. Mr. Annunziato deliniated: two parking spaces on 2Sth Avenue, four park/ng spaces in parallel mode along the west property line, and four parking spaces in front of the building. Mr. Wande!t asked for the dimensions of the lot. Mr. Annunziato responded: Along the westerly boundary, approximately 127'; southerly 70'; on Seacrest 79T from corner to point of curviture; on 25th Avenue approximately 79' Mr. Annunziato said a very heavy landscape plan is proposed. Terry Kessler, representing Kessler Construction, was recognized. He expressed his desire to add to the discussion, to say that they have hired Kurt Kettlehut and Associates, landscape architect and they think the landscape plan will meet the Boynton Beach criteria. He said the lighting will be diffused through the landscaping in order to create a design that will meet with the building. He is aware of the recommendation to use the High Pressure Sodium-Vapor Lighting and they plan to do so. Also, there will be dense hedges for ~rivacy. MINUTES: PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA MAY 26, 1981 Terry Kessler continued to report that the cubicles on the second floor is for management. A team of architects, superintendents, and computer facilities will be downstairs. He said this will be one enterprise, with all private managers and Dad (Robert K. Kessel, President of Kessel Construction) to be housed upstairs. He was asked if there were any objections to the Staff Comments; he said no objections at all. Mr. Zive made a motion to accept the recommendation of the City Planner and go ahead with this building. Mr. Wandelt seconded. Mr. Kessler asked if they should get a permit from the County to turn out on Seacrest prior to the building permit or after construction commences. Mr. Annunziato answered: No permits will be issued until the file is complete. Mr. Kessler asked about the elevations required. Mr. Annunziato answered: Drainage elevations. The motion then carried 7-0. POI~NT OF DISCUSSION Mr. Winter expressed deep concern that Holiday Inn has been going against all original requests by the Technical Review Board and requested some assurance that everything will be in accordance with our codes. After discussion among the board members, Mr. Annunziato addressed this concern. He reported that this has been a great concern to the Staff and cited countless memorandums and countless hours and very thick files in respect to the Holiday Inn. He said the information is all public and he reviewed what happened: It turned out that they did not own as much land as they thought - 7~ in an east-west manner. That severely curtailed development. In addition, the site plan, as initially submitted, did not take into account the dramatic changes in the topography which existed on the site. The developer went for several months without calling for inspections and numerous and sufficient warnings existed on paper from building officials outlining the things that needed to be done. At this point, Mr. Annunziato emphasized, it is very safe to say no certificate of oceypancy~ will be issued unless and until that building and that site complies with the modified Site Plan and all of the building codes. He further reported that, about a month ago, the building official cut off the electricity to the building -- they are conducting business without power and without certificate of occupancy. The Staff has i~Si~and on the situation. There is a clear understanding of what has to be done. Mr. Annunziato assured the Members that this has not been taken lightly by the Staff, that the building has inspectors, and it is going to be right. Councilman deLong noted that he and the City Manager have been there to explore the situation and they are going to comply. Mr..Zive moved to adjourn. Seconded by Mr. Linkous, motion carried 7-0. Meeting adjourned at 8:45 P.M. (2 tapes) - 10 - Lo' ce, Recording Se~cretary DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGENDA PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD May 26, 1981 ~:30 P.M. Council Chambers City Hall 1. Acknowledgement of Members and Visitors ~ 2. Reading and Approval of Minutes None REGULAR MEETING 3o Announcements 4. Communications 5. Old Business 6. New Business A. PUBLIC HEARINGS: B. SUBDIVISIONS: Preliminary Plat PROJECT NAME: AGENT: OWNER: LOCATION: DESCRIPTION: Replat of Housing Tract "N" - Summit Plat ~ 1 Hunters Run Golf & Racquet Club Charles N. Gilbert Summit Associates, Ltd. 3500 Clubhouse Lane, Boynton Beach, Fla. 33416 Preliminary Plat Master Plan: PROJECT NAMe: AGENT: OWNER: LOCATION: DESCRIPTION: C. SITE PLANS PROJECT NAME: AGENT: OWNER: LOCATION: DESCRIPTION: Fisherman's Landing Michael B. Schorah Melric Corporation East end of Las Palmas Blvd. and Lakeside Harbour Drive 10 Single Family Lots - R1AA Zoning Classification Gulfstream Professional Center Patrick T. Hope Robert R. Kipp 500 Gulfstream Blvd., Boynton Beach, Fla. 25,282 Sq.Ft.Office Building - 1 - A GE N D~ PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD P~EGULAR MEETING (Page 2) C. SITE PLANS PROJECTNAME: AGENT: OWNER: LOCATION: DESCRIPTION: Replat of Housing Tract N" - Summit Plat ~ 1 Hunters Run Golf & Racquet Club Charles N. Gilbert Summit Associates, Ltd. 3500 Clubhouse Lane Boynton Beach, Fla. 33436 30 Units plus Swimming Pool PROJECT N~4E: AGENT: OWNER: LOCATION: DESCRIPTION: Kessel Office Building Kerry R. Kessel Robert K. Kessel 2501 So. Seacrest Blvd. Boynton Beach, Fla. 33435 2,838 Sq.Ft. Office Building