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Minutes 09-09-80MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING & ZONING BOARD HELD AT CITY HALL, BOYNTON BE~CH, FLORIDA, SEPTEMBER 9, 1980 PRESENT Arnold Thompson, Chairman Sidney Bernstein Lillian Bond Wayne Drew Simon Ryder Garry Winter Carmen Annunziato, City Planner ABSENT Fred DiSalle, Vice Chairman (Excused) Chairman Thompson called the meeting to order at 7:30 P. M. He introduced the members of tlhe Board, City Planner and Recording Secretary. MINUTES OF AUGUST 26, 1980 Mr. Bernstein moved to approve the minutes, seconded by Mrs. Bond. Motion carried 5-0 with, Mr. Drew abstaining. ANNOUNCEMENTS Mr. Annunziato announced for the next meeting there will be a proposal for recreation building parking. He distributed several zoning changes to be incorporated into the zoning book. "CITIZENS AWARENESS" PRESENTAT,ION Mr. Annunziato introduced Mr. Sussman and told about his exper- ience with housing authorities. Mr. Sussman explained how the housing programs started in the United States and the history of the agencies which were combined to form H.U.D. He told about the local programs with the City and County Housing Authorities working together. Mr. Ryder referred to many housing projects being built over the years and questioned how they have been maintained and Mr. Sussman explained how some hou~sing authorities are more respon- sive, but overall the housing has been maintained very well. Mr. Ryder referred to a housing project built in New York and asked about the policing of th~s project and Mr. Sussman ex- plained how this was the responsibility of tm manager and housing authority staff. Mr. Bob Hamilton referred to housing projects in New York and told about them being wrecked even though constructed of con- cre~e, stone, etc. and asked what has been arranged for educa- tion of the occupants? Mr. Sussman informed him that they MINUTES - PLANNING & ZONING BOARD SEPTEMBER 9, 1980 have a housing counsellor who counsels'families before they go in, but the key man on the job is the manager and it is his responsibility to see ~erything is going right. He explained that the residents are told what is expected of them and if they don't conform, they must get out. Mr. Hamilton referred to it being a problem to get the people to move and Mr. Sussman disagreed. Mr. Hamilton requested a further response with information pertaining to this. Mr. Sussman suggested that he visit one or two of their projects in the area, so he can see they are maintained with good management. Chairman Thompson referred to the rehabilitation program in Boynton Beach and asked if after rehabilitation, does owner- ship revert back to owner occupancy and Mr. Sussman replied negatively as it is owned by the Housing Authority, Chairman Thompson referred to a housing project being planned for Boynton Beach and Mr. Sussman replied that the Housing Auth- ority is not connected with this. Chairman Thompson referred %o the mention of ownership reverting to H.U.D. in 20 years and asked who has title during that period and Mr. Sussman replied the Housing Authority owns it, but must have the assistance of the federal government; it is not totally owned by the Housing Authority until the annual contributions contract comes to an end. Chairman Thompson stated the new project under construction is supposed to get H.U.D. money and questioned what program -they will be under and Mr. Annunziato replied that he believes it will be under Section 8 new construction funds; it will be managed by the Housing Authority, but is being developed by a private developer. Mr. Francis Powers asked if the houses are going to be built of cinder block or reinforced concrete and Mr. Sussman replied they are CBS. He added that one of the problems which they learned was they built too many high rises t~ close together. The kind they are talking about for Boynton Beach are single or twin homes. NEW BUSINESS Site Development Plans Applicant: Location: Description: Project Description: J. Stephen Ryan for Mariner's Way North of Lake Worth Mariner Village Lot 9, Wilms Way, P.B. Book No. 23, Page 110 and Part of Govt. Lot No. 3, Section 22, Township 45S., Range 43E 32 two story, 2 - bedroom toWnhouses on 4.75 acres -2- MINUTES - PLANNING & ZONING BOARD SEPTEMBER 9, 1980 Mr. Annunziato showed the plan and advised that the Board has seen this plan in several forms as the pre-application, master plan and preliminary plat. The City Council approved the final plat provisionally on filing a bond. These are attached single family townhouses. On tM landscape plan, it is noted the shore line is encumbered by mangroves which will be maintained in the development of this site. Mr. Annunziato referred to the staff comments and read the memo from the Building Official noting that building permits for this project are subject to either Water Management or D.E.R. approval and this is subject to standard penetration tests for soil density. He added that they have received a permit from D.E.R. The Utilities Director noted the plans for Mariners Way call for demucking if muck is found in installation of the sewer line. This will have to be inspected on site when the ditch is open. If any muck is found, and if in the judgement of the Utilities staff it requires cradles because the muck is too deep to remove and properly bed, this will be a require- ment. The overall recommendation is this plan be approved subject to comments. Mr. J. Stephen Ryan, 1500 West Cypress Creek Road, Fort Lauderdale, stated they are in agreement with the staff com- ments. Mr. Ryder stated in regard to the landscaping, it brings to mind the fact the City has been having problems at times when c/o's have been issued prior to the completion of the land- scaping. He thinks it is incumbent on the City in the event it is found necessary to issue a c/o and the landscaping work has not been completed, that the work be bonded to be sure the work is completed. He would hope the City Council and staff would keep this in mind so the work is done to the satisfac- tion of everyone concerned and as approved. In regards to Los Mangos, there were requirements by 'the Community Appear- ance Board, but the work was not done. He thinks it is very important prior to any approvals if there is any work not com- pleted in accordance with the approved plans and specifications that the work be bonded to assure the developer does the work. We have a proposed tree ordinance, we have a forester, and an energy element including the matter of trees. When are they going to consider the tree ordinance and Mr. Annunziato re- plied that he believes the tree ordinance is .going to be pre- sented to the Community Appearance Board next Monday night. Mr. Ryder continued that one of the provisions is a survey be made before any work is done showing all the existing trees and shrubs, so we can determine to what extent the existing trees and landscaping can be preserved. The sooner the ordi- nance is approved, the better it will be. -3- MINUTES - PLANNING & ZONING BOARD SEPTEMBER 9, 1980 Mr. Annunziato stated the tree ordinance prepared by the attor- ney qualifies this comment that an existing vegetative survey is required. Most of the more recent developmen~ have been conscious of the native vegetation. It should be accounted for in ordinance form and hopefully will be on the books before too long. Los Mangos had a lot of trees and they were removed and those required were not put in. We should make sure in the future all requirements are met before the job is signed'off. Mrs. Bond asked if this ~ condominium type development and Mr. Hamilton informed her it is townhouse, fee simple. Mrs. Bond questioned the recr~ation area improvements and Mr. Hamilton replied there is no recreation area and they will pay the City for this according to the recreation formula. Mr. Ryder referred to common areas and Mr. Hamilton explained that it would be the same as Mariner's Village with the home- owners receiving title to the land left for maintenance under a Florida non-profit corporation. Mrs. Bond asked if there would be a lease on this land and Mr. Hamilton rePlied nega- tively as it will be owned by the people and explained how it would be covered with title to the non-profit corporation and that corporation has the obligation by the bylaws to maintain these areas. Mr. Annunziato clarified that all areas not within the lots become common property of the association subject to their ownership and maintenance. This has been a successful concept. Chairman Thompson clarified that no seawall will be built on the south with the mangrove area and Mr. Annunziato agreed this was correct. Mr. Ryder asked if the floor slab elevations are the same as to the south and Mr. Annunziato replied affirmatively and advised these are shown on Page 2. Mrs. Bond made a motion that the site development plans for Mariner's Way, north of Lake Worth Mariner Village, be ap- proved with staff comments. Mr. Bernstein seconded the mo- tion. No discussion. Motion carried 6-0. OTHER Mr. Ryder aSked what to do with the energy element and Mr. Annunziato informed him this has been presented in draft form and the planning staff is waiting for comments from government agencies. When those comments are received, they will be incorporated as necessary and prepare an element subject to the Board's approval. This procedure will be similar to the adoption of the comprehensive Plan. Mr. Ryder commented that this draft appears to be pretty detailed. -4- MINUTES - PLANNING & ZONING BOARD SEPTEMBER 9, 1980 Mr. Ryder clarified that subsequently this will come before us as the Local Planning Agency and a hearing will be held and Mr. Annunziato agreed this was correct. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Winter made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Mr. Ryder. Motion carried 6-0 and the meeting was properly adjourned at 8:20 P. M. Respectfully submitted, Suzanne M. Kruse Recording Secretary (One Tape) -5- DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGENDA PLANNING .AND ZONING BOARD Regular Meeting September 9, 1980 7:30 P.M. Council Chambers City Hall 2. 3. 4. 5. Acknowledgement of Members and Visitors Reading and Approving of Minutes Announcements Communications "Citizens Awareness" Presentation: Mr. Barry Seaman, Palm Beach County Housing Authority. 6. Old Business 7. New Business: A. Site Development Plans: Applicant: . J. Stephen Ryan for Mariner's Way Location: North of Lake Worth Mariner Village Description: Lot 9, Wilms Way, P.B. Book No. 23, Page 110 and Part of Govt. Lot No. 3, Section 22, Township 45So~ Range 43E. Project Description: 32 two-story, 2-bedroom Townhouses on 4.75 acres