Minutes 10-10-78MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING $ ZONING BOARD HELD
AT CITY HALL, BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10, 1978
PRESENT
Simon Ryder, Chairman
Col. Walter M. T~auger, Vice Chairman
Ronald Arena
Mrs. Marilyn Huckle
Richard Lambert
John Jameson
Garry Winter
Carmen Annunziato,
City Planner
Chairman Ryder welcomed everyone and called the meeting to order
at 7:30 P. M. He introduced the members of the Board, City Planner
and Recording Secretary. He acknowledged, the presence in the
audience of Mayor Em61y M. Jackson. He announced that tonight's
meeting is subject to a public hearing which has been duly adver-
tised and the people living within 400 ft. have been notified.
MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 26, 1978
Mr. Lambert moved that the minutes of the regular Planning S Zoning
Board meeting of September 26 be approved as submitted, seconded
by Mr. Arena. Motion carried 7-0.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Chairman Ryder referred to a column in the Miami Herald on
Monday, October 9, entitled "Boynton is County's Boom Town"
and advised that this article indicates that within ~he past
several months, this Board and subsequently the City Council
have considered a total of 8,000 new dwelling units which will
subsequently find their way here. This represents major develop-
ments largely along Congress Avenue. He explained how these
developments are Planned Unit Developments consisting of hun-
dreds of homes, provisions for widening Congress Avenue, making
contributions to the School Board, low densities, mixture of
housing units and lend harmony to existing developments.
Mr. Annunziato announced that this coming Thursday night, Mr.
John Fernsler from Wallace, McHarg, Roberts S Todd, and he will
be making a presentation to the Boynton Beach Chamber of Commerce
and the public is invited. Anyone interested should contact the
Chamber of Commerce for reservations. This will be held at
Tropical Acres at 7:30 P. M.
OLD BUSINESS
Chairman Ryder referred to the disposition of items which this
Board recommends to the City Council and stated at the regular
City Council meeting on Tuesday, October 3, there was a public
hearing on The Meadwws located on North Congress Avenue with the
north limit at Hypoluxo Road which will contain a mixture of
homes. This was approved by the Council 5-0. Along with that,
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another parcel providing for commercial development on the corner
of Hypoluxo Road and Congress Avenue was approved in the same
manner. No site development plans were included on the agenda
for Council's review.
Chairman Ryder referred to the Legal section and advised that
the ordinance pertaining to Mr. Leemon's rezoning request was
read on second reading and approved 4-1. An ordinance was also
read on first reading for F $ R Development, Boynton Lakes, and
was approved 5-0, including the commercial area.
Chairman Ryder stated that under New Business, Councilman Roberts
brought up the subject of substandard lots and after some discus-
sion, the Council requested the City Manager to conduct a survey
and make a report on the present existence of substandard lots.
NEW BUSINESS
Public Hearing - Rezoning Request
Applicant: Mr.-S. J. Jarvis
Location: 900 S. W. 15th Avenue
Legal Description: Acreage
Request: Rezone to Planned Industrial Development (PID)
from R-1AA
Use: To be developed under the uses permitted by PID
Chairman Ryder announced before requesting the City Planner to
give any input with regard to new developments in this matter, he
would like to review what has happened. He first explained the
location. He stated that in March, this applicant made two re-
quests for rezoning from R-1AA, one request covered the strip on
15th Avenue to be zoned commercial and the rest of the tract south
of the frontage on 15th Avenue to 23rd Avenue to be rezoned to
PID. This Board had a preliminary hearing at which time there
was a good deal of discussion and we also received many letters
and both meetings were well attended. The application was tabled
at the first meeting. At the second meeting, consideration was
resumed and the request to rezone the entire frontage to C-3 was
rejected by the Board. A compromise was suggested where the
portion immediately adjacent to the E-4 Canal would be zoned C-1
and the remainder to the railroad be C-3 which was approved. At
that time, the applicant indicated he was withdrawing his request
to rezone the remainder of the tract to PID. It is obvious that
nothing has happen~doon this property since then except for the
"For Sale~' sign on the property. He then referred to the Compre-
hensive Land Use Plan and stated that hearings have been held and
more will be held in the future and according to the consultants,
the best possible land use for this land in their opinion is PID
development. He will now turn this matter over to Mr. Annunziato
to bring everyone up to date with recent developments.
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Mr. Annunziato announced that he would like to take a few minutes
and talk about what a PID is as opposed to a strict manufacturing
development. A PID is a development designed and constructed
under unified control. This is one of the deviations that you
find from classic M-1 zoning. There is a great deal of thought
which goes into site design prior to the first permit being issued.
Ail the requirements regarding paving and drainage, sewer and
water, buffer strips and barriers, etc. all must be addressed
and accounted for prior to permits being issued. He explained
how parcels could be developed and sold separately in the M-1
zone, but a PID guarantees all these things must be accounted
for prior to the issuance of permits. There is strict design
criteria providing for pollution free and ecologically sound
businesses. Individual site plan submission is required prior
to issuance of permit. Each individual site receives specific
attention not only from the Planning $ Zoning Board and City
staff but from the City Council. The Council must approve each
and every use. No use is approved until approved by the Council.
Under M-1 zoning, land can be developed subject to the zoning
classification regardless of the impact to the surrounding areas.
He explained how each individual use in a PID must provide the
City with complete plans which are reviewed by the staff with
recommendations made to the Planning & Zoning Board and then
recommendations made to the City Council for the site plan and
use. This Will be a high quality development and any manufacturer
who purchases land in a PiD knows his investment is going to be
guaranteed.
Mr. Annunziato announced that he would now like to review the
site plan submitted for the Board's review in conjunction with
this rezoning request. Copies have been distributed to the
Board members and a copy is on display for the audience. There
is a median cut in Woolbright Road which will service this pro-
perty. The sewer main was stubbed out on Woolbright Road to
provide sewer service. The major modification is that the road
location is changed and the concept of the design is changed
somewhat to reduce the impact to surrounding areas. He pointed
out the location of the major access road and explained that it
would run along the existing power lines. From the road west,
it is proposed that the area remain in a landscaped mode and
dedicated to the City to remain as a landscape and drainage area
and be a location for City water wells. The distance between
the houses in Leisureville to the first building on this property
will be approximately 325 feet with land and water separating the
buildings. The landscaping and drainage area will be kept in a
natural state and if necessary, the Board can recommend additional
landscaping. He pointed out that there will be three cul-de-sacs
providing access to the 19 building lots. He explained how from
past experience, developers buy in a PID to have room for expan-
sion and it is very likely there will not be 19 different entities.
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Mr. Annunziato continued that the roads will be built to City
standards and dedicated to the City. In.addition to approxi-
mately 90 ft. of landscaped barrier forming the western boundary,
25 feet of landscap~ barrier will be provided by the developer
surrounding the PID except at the entrance road. He then re-
quested comments from the developer.
Mr. Robert Griffith, 630 East Ocean Avenue, Attorney representing
Mr. S. J. Jarvis, appeared before the Board. He believes the
statement made by Mr. Annunziato prettywell covers the matter
explaining the use of this particular project. The plan does
have several features he would like to clarify. The tract of
land as shown on the map is one which will be a great help to
the City providing certain services which'the City needs in the
expansion of the public water system. He explained how it was
the developer's proposal to dedicate or convey by deed to the
City approximately four acres for the use of water we~ls. This
will afford the City much needed water well locations. Water is
critical for the growth of any community. Prior to any construe-
tion, each individual project will be presented to the City Com-
mission with a complete detailed set of plans for the construction
desired. This site will be under the rigorous control of the
City. There will not be any exp6sed buildings or exposed en-
trances for unloading or loading. The City will control every
development from start to finish. He explained ~the landscaped
areas planned. He believes the finished project.will be an added
improvement for the property owners in Leisureville.
Mr. Griffith then stated that the other factor is the economical
input which will add to the tax structure of the City. He referred
to an article in tonight's Palm Beach Times regarding Delray Beach
wanting a development of this type. The tax base is a problem
we are all concerned with. He thinks we are all knowledgable to
re~ze if you have a community based on residential properties
wren it is fully developed, it means an ever increasing tax base
which you will not have where you have a mixture of properties.
Industrial or commercial properties have quite high taxes compared
to other property.
Chairman Ryder asked if anyone in the audience wished to speak in
favor of this application.
Mr. William Meisinger, 1391 S.W. 17th Avenue, appeared before the
Board and stated he didn't want to speak in favor o~ disfavor but
wants to speak on behalf of the residents of Boynton Leisureville.
The PID per~its a building height of 45 feet. Will this height be
allowed throughout the whole area? The people living on the west-
erly side of the canal would like any building ~oing upa~long the
canal to be restricted to one story. A 45 ft. high building will
be higher than any gree~nbelt. If the Board and Council will assure
and guarantee that buildings will be restricted to one story along
the canal, he is sure there will be no 6bjection from the people in
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Boynton Leisureville. He has talked to Mr. Jarvis and has been
informed that he has gone to a farther distance and there will be
approximately 360 feet between buildings. If the buildings can be
restricted to one story, there will be no objections.
Chairman Ryder asked if anyone wished to speak in opposition to
this application.
Mr. Robert Riscoe, 3113 Chapel Hill Boulevard, appeared before the
Board and asked if the roads are to be made to City standards and
would accommodate 70 ft. trailers weighing 50 tons or more and Mr.
Annunziato replied affirmatively. Mr. Riscoe referred to the green
belt designated on the west side of the property and asked if the
South Florida Drainage District had something to say about the
lands abutting canals and Mr. Annunziato replied negatively. Mr.
Riscoe ~uestioned the width of the roads and asked if they will
be dedicated to the City and Mr. Annunziato informed him that
they will be a minimum width of 60 ft. and will be dedicated to
the City. Mr. Riscoe asked if they would accommodate 70 ft.
trailers and Mr. Annunziato replied~that the cul-de-sacs are 100
feet. Mr. Riscoe clarified that each lot will be one acre with a
building and Mr. Annunziato agreed with Council's approval of
the use. Chairman Ryder added that~as the sections are developed,
review of the plans will be made. Mr. Riscoe asked if there would
be a traffic light at the intersection and Mr. Annunziato replied
that a traffic impactaanalysis would have to be submitted and
will determine the need for traffic signalization.
Mr. Joe Keene, 1716 S.W. 16th Street, appeared before the Board
and stated when the original hearing was held, there was the sug-
gestion made to visit the Hillsboro Plaza which he has done. In
reference to the height of buildings, in Deerfield the height of
the buildings is vemy!low. He has pictures of the buildings.
Chairman Ryder clarified that none were higher than two stories
and Mr. Keene agreed. Mr. Keene continued that he also obtained
a copy of Deerfield BeachTs PID Ordinance and it stresses the
necessity to be harmonious to adjoining areas. In reference to
Mr. JarvisT plans, who will maintain the area along the canal?
Mr. Annunziato replied that he didn't think he could answer that
now as it is not definitive at this point. He believes the land
will remain undisturbed. Possibly some additional trees will be
planted but he doesn't anticipate it being cleared. Chairman
Ryder added that~most of the trees there now will be able to re-
main fronting on the canal. Mr. Keene commented that there will
be some gaps. He added that Deerfield Beach requires landscape
plans and Mr. Annunziato informed him that we require the same.
Chairman Ryder added that our PID regulations are patterned after
the Deerfield Beach regulations. Mr. Keene then showed pictures
of the Hillsboro Plaza.
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Mr. Ed Plynn~ 1202 S.W. 22nd Avenue, appeared before the Board
and questioned the height of a one story building and Mr. Annunziato
replied that it depends on the type of construction and explained
that residential is about 8 ft. to the top eave and industrial is
approximately 15 to 17 feet. Mr. Plynn questioned the approximate
height'on a one story building in this project and Mr. Annunziato
replied that it-would be 17 feet approximately.
Ms. Ruth March, 1204 S.W. 22nd Avenue, appeared before the Board
and referred to air pollution and not allowing an industry which
will emit any offensive odor and questioned controls on noise
pollution? Also, how many wells are planned along that strip?
Mr. Lambert read the controls from the code regulating noise,
dust, odor, smoke, etc. emission. Mrs. March referred to chemical,
chewing gum, perfume pla~s, etc. being offensive and Mr. Annunziato
informed her that the uses have to be permitted by the City, but
there are a grea~ number o~ uses prohibited. He read the list
from the code. He added that in reference to the number of we~ls,
he cannot specifically recall the exact number, but believes it
was about eight. Ms. March stated that a concentration of these
wells could be very noisy and Mr. Annunziato informed her they
will be sgparated by approximately 250 feet along the perimeter
of the site. Ms. March asked if they would be hidden from view
and Mr. Annunziato replied that the design criteria has not been
established. Chairman Ryder added that screening could be pro-
~ided and Mrs. Huckle added that they were not unat.%-~-active.
Mr. Annunziato stated that whether or not this is zoned rID,
there will be wells ~tthis location. Two wells are in p!aee
but are not operating. Mr. Lambert referred to all the wells
being on the east side and Mr. Annunziato explained how separa-
tion was required for proper operation. Chairman Ryder added
that we have a new facility to treat water, but we must have the
water to treat. As the demand increases, we must have more wells.
Ms. March cautioned the City to be very careful as this is right
in the middle of the residential areas of High Point, Leisureville,
and Golfview Harbour.
Mr. Joe Longo, 1102 Florentine Way, appeared before the Board and
asked why the wells were moved from one end to the other? Also,
what are the height of these wells? At the last meeting, it was
mentioned that the wells would be located along the track. Mr.
Annunziato replied that the location was not changed~ the well
field site at this location has always been adjacent to the extre-
mities of the property. Mr. Longo again referred to the height
and Mr. Annunziato referred to there being one by the Little League
ball park and stated it would not be more than 10 feet high. Mr.
Longo questioned the noise and Chairman Ryder replied that there
was notmuch noise at all.
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Mr. Lambert referred to getting off on the wrong subject and stated
that wells are a vital concern, but these wells will go in even if
residential homes are built. Mr. Longo stated that he was under
the impression that all the wells would go along the track.
Mr. Longo then questioned who was going to maintain the road along
the canal and told about this being a spot for motorcycle clubs
to race. Mr. Annunziato explained how this development would
have security with access restricted, so the existing situation
would have to be eliminated.
Mr. Roland Swanson, 1707 S.W. 18th Street, appeared before the
Board and asked why the wells couldn't be on the other side along
the railroad and Chairman Ryder explained that the locations must
be determined by experts and added that there was a chance of in-
filtration being close to the east. Mr. Annunziato further ex-
plained that wells could not be in close proximity to each other.
Mr. Richard Morse, 1204 S.W. 22nd Avenue, appeared before the
Board and asked if each manufacturer' would have to provide their
own parking area on their own property and Chairman Ryder replied
affirmatively and we have specific regulations covering that.
He added that the City requires off-street parking in every in-
stance and the streets are not permitted for parking purposes.
Mr. Lambert asked if the plans had always been to have the wells
around the perimeter of the property and Mr. Jarvis replied af-
firmatively. He explained how the we~ls on the east would be
within 20 feet of buildings, but on the west side they would be
at least 160 feet from the Leisureville people. Also, he thinks
anyone could park 100 feet from any of the wells and would not
hear them. Also, they will be enclosed.and not unsightly.
Mr. Jarvis then explained that rather than moving the high power
lines, he has extended the area to 150 feet to get close to the
power line and the buildings will have a 30 ft. setback. There
is plenty of room for the wells and the power lines do not have
to be moved. Also, a 16" water main can be run along this area.
He is trying to accommodate the City and the power company and
do the best job. Further discussion followed regarding the well
locations. Mr. Lambert then suggested moving the whole plan to
give an additional 25 feet on the east and have all the wells on
that side. Mr. ~nnunziato explained that the well field was de-
signed to extend around the perimeter. Mr. Jarvis added that
the well sites on the east side are 600 feet apart and he assumes
there must be sufficient distance between any future ones. Mr.
Annunziato continued that the City is in a position where it must
have well sites and this is the City well field site. It has
been tested and must be brought into service in the future for
water supply. The well site locations have nothing to do with
the zoning.
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Mr. Arena asked how Mr. Jarvis felt about the question of height
and Mr. Jarvis replied that the PID ordinance callsdfor a 25 ft.
green belt and there was a suggestion to have a 40 ft. green belt.
He is planning to have a 150 ft. green belt plus a 30 ft. setback
and does not think he can agree to one story. How high is the
highest building in Deerfield and Mr. Keene replied about 30 ft.
Mr. Jarvis stated that in giving ample green belt area plus the
setback .and giving the City four acres of land for water wells,
he is doing the best he can. Mr. Jameson questioned the height
of the planned buildings and Mr. Jarvis replied that the PID ordi-
nance allows 45 feet. Mr. Griffith added that by taking alltthe
lots fronting on the E-4 Canal, this meant seven lots out of the
total development of 19 lots would have to have the reduced size
and he thinks this is an unreasonable request when the planning
and zoning regulations govern the City. He does not think 45 ft.
is unreasonable when spaced 350 to 400 feet away from buildings,
which is more than the average length of a city bloek. There are
high tension lines which exceed 60 ft. in height. Some trees in
that~ea also exceed 60 ft. in height. To state the request to
reduce almost 50% of their plot plan to one story buildings may
make the whole plan not feasible to develop. Mr. Jarvis is donat-
ing four acres to the City for well fields and the value of this
land is approximately $30,000 to $40,000 per acre. This is quite
a gift to the City. He has seen very few developers doing this.
This will benefit the developer and the community.
Col. Trauger referred to the height of a building having to appear
on the plans for site plan review and Mr. Annunziato agreed.
Chairman Ryder added that 45 feet was permitted and possibly as
a condition, we might alert the developer that-!ower buildings
would be preferred along the road. Mr. Lambert questioned the
height limit at Hillsboro Plaza and Mr. Keene informed him that
it is 35 feet and the highest building is about 32 feet.
Mr. Griffith stated that an ordinance governs the height of struc-
tures. Within Leisureville~ there are some high buildings with two
story apartments being mixed with other structures. There is a
Holiday Inn planned which will be three to four stories high in a
residential area. He does not think there should be discrimination
to this project because it is near Zeisureville. Chairman Ryder
replied that the apartments in Leisureville are in the R-3 zone
and Mr. Griffith agreed, but added that they are higher than one
story. He referred further to high condominium buildings adjoin~
ing residential homes and stated.he did not believe the height of
buildings should be determined by this Board~ but is a matter
controlled by ordinance which states 45 feet.
Mr. Arena stated that presently the land is zoned R-1AA and the
height limitation is 25 feet. Mr. Griffith agreed but stated
when Mr. Jarvis ppBrchased this property in !971, it was zoned
C-3. Mt has been rezoned since then.
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Mr. Griffith clarified that they are presenting a very developed
plan which would be the best use for this property and is a very
needed project for the City and will aid in the expansion of muni-
cipal services with saving the City several thousands of dollars.
He thinks Mr. Jarvis is doing a service to the community.
Mr. Lambert-stated that some of the most expensive residential
homes in the City are adjacent to four story buildings. Also~
these buildings will probably be more attractive than a four story
condominium complex.
Mr. Keene clamified that the statement about the trees being 60
ft. high is not correct because the trees are not that high. The
buildings at Deerfietd are 30 ft. high, but our ordinance allows
45 feet. He told about land being available in other areas where
there was no restriction on the height. A larger area should be
used for the PID if higher buildings are allowed. The 45 ft.
height limitation should be changed on a parcel this size. This
is not that large of a parcel and they just'want to squeeze it in
because of the railroad and 1-95.
Chairman Ryder declared the public hearing closed and opened the
discussion to the members of the Board.
Mr. Arena referred to the last meeting mention being made regard-
ing the economical impact to the City and Mr. Griffith replied
that a study~was not done and explained how the type of buildings
had to be known in order to make a study. H He stressed that the
tax base would be much higher when this land is developed compared
to residential property.
Col. Trauger referred to mostof the sites being sold at Hillsboro
Plaza and stated he questioned previously-whether an economical
impact-survey had been made with determining figures for dollar
volume or employment. He feels the location of Boynton Beach
and this property with two accesses is ideal for service type
operations. He told how many northern firms were moving their
professional and office personnel to the south. In looking at
the area, he can find no other tract of land which would lend to
the type of industry Boynton Beach has been trying to attract
and with the restrictions under the PID, we almost have the assur-
ance of the type of industry which will bring jobs to the City,
increase the tax base, and bring a variety of people here of a
professional and skilled nature. He told about visting a PID
development in northern Virginia and how it had the appearance
of a college..and told about the nature of the businesses. He
feels this will bring clean and desirable industry to Boynton
Beach. Every plot plan will be submitted to this Board and the
City Council for review. The regulations will be imposed by the
two Boards and noth±ng objectionable will be allowed.
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Mr. Lambert then read a report by the U. S. Chamber of Commerce based
on 500 new workers being brought into the employment fieldsand
advised the figures were $4,000,000 more in personal income,
$2,000,000 retail sales which would require the establishment of
ten retail est&blishments and $2,500,000 in bank deposits.
Ms. March questioned the lighting being considered and Chairman
Ryder replied that street lighting will be required, but this
will be considered at the time of site plan review.
A gentleman in the audience asked if this was not approved, could
Mr. Jarvis request another rehearing and Chairman Ryder replied
that anything is possible.
Mr. Arena made a motion that the rezoning request for Mr. S. J.
Jarvis, 900 S. W. !Sth Avenue, from R-1AA to Planned Industrial
Development be recommended to be approved by the City Council
subject to the degel~per adding additional landscaping in the
west buffer avenue as determined by the City and also that the
height of buildings on Lots 1, 9, 10, 3_l, 12, 13 andi~9 be
limited to 35 feet. Mr. Lambert seconded the motion. Under
disCUssion, Chairman Ryder suggested additional provisos such
as no construction west of the present utility poles, the road-
way paralleling to the west of the utility poles be dedicated
to the City, the land between the roadway and the east bank of
the canal be a buffer without any construction, all trees in
this buffer area be retained, and where there may be extensive
gaps they be filled accordingly with vegetative barriers. Mr.
Jameson asked if he was including only the paralleling road
and Chairman Ryder clarified that all be dedicated streets.
Mr. Lambert questioned whether this was in order at this parti-
cular time and Mr. Annunziato replied that he did not think it
was in order. Chairman Ryder stated that almost since its in-
ception, he has been opposed to this change. It was mentioned
that it was zoned C-3, but that was before the homes were built.
He would be opposed to anything which would have a detrimental
effect on the new homes. However, he does not think this area
lends itself to the development of single family homes. The
only access it from 15th Avenue. Something has to be done and
it should be in the best interest of the City but should not
hurt the people. It seems with the changes that have been made,
it is something we man,all live with. He does not think there
will be any serious effect on the people living on the other
side of the canal. He feels the City ne~ds this and there are
not many places left where we could have this type of develop-
ment. The area east of Charterworld is a M-1 area, but Rel
Company has a beautiful building there which is the type of
building which will be built in a PID. We have extensive regu-
lations which the developer must adhere to. These will be
followed as the buildings are proposed and will be reviewed by
this Board and the Council. He thinks with the changes proposed,
it will not hurt at all.
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Mr. Jameson told about companies located in a PID usually having
just the research operation located here ~ith no manufacturing.
Mr. Winter stated that the nearest building to any of the houses
in Leisureville will be 405 leer'away. On Lots 9~ 10, 11, 12, and
13, the distance will be 415 feet. This would be so great that
you would not even see the buildings from the nearest house, even
if two or thr~e stories. Even if the height regulations are 45
feet, it does not mean a 45 ft. building will be built. Most of
the buildings in the Hillsboro Plaza are two stories. Chairman
Ryder agreed that most of the companies locating here would pro-
bably not care to operate on the basis of multi-level development.
Mrs. Huckle referred to the "For Sale" sign mentioned on the pro-
perty and questioned if the land was sold, would it be detrimental
to the PID. Mr. Jarvis clarified that the sign does not say "For
Sale", but "For Information".
Mr. Arena referred to the height limitation of 35 feet and stated
that this is located in the City with a tremendous amount of
residential development surrounding the site. He feels we must
accommodate the peoplest concerns,but also not make it detrimental
to the developer. One story will limit the developer. He does
not see where the 35 ft. limitation has caused any problems in
the Hil!sboro Plaza and does not think on the west lots it will
cause hardship in this case. There is property available for
people interested in having higher buildings. Chairman Ryder
agreed that there is enough flexibility in the number of lots
where it should not be a serious limitation or handicap to the
builder to confine the limitation to the westerly part of the
development. He would be very much in favor of going along with
that proviso. Mr. Arena clarified that it would be 35 feet on
the westerly seven lots. Col. Trauger asked if Mr. Jarvis was
in agreement and Mr. Griffith replied affirmatively.
Mr. Arena asked Mr. Annunz~ato to clarify the point of additional
landscaping being needed and Mr. Annunziato stated that he feels
a landscaped barrier should be along the canal, but an on-site
examination will have to be made to determine whether additional
landscaping is needed. Mr. Lambert referred to this strip being
owned by the City and Mr. Annunziato agreed, but stated that he
wanted it covered that the Citywould not have to bear the addi-
tional cost for landscaping if needed. Mr. Lambert referred to
this being a little vague and added that the PID ordinance requires
the landscaping to be approved during site plan review by the
Planning & Zoning Board and Community Appearance Board. Mr.
Arena informed him that this area would not be part of the site
once it is deeded to the City.
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OCTOBER 10, 1978
Chairman Ryder referred again to his suggestions to nog allow con-
struction between the line of the present utility poles and the
E-4 Canal and no trees can be removed. Mr. Lambert stated that
the City may have to remove trees to install the well fields.
Mr. Annunziato informed the Board that until the road is cut
through the length of the property, we will not know where gaps
exist if any. If we retain, as a City, the prerogative to
determine if gaps exist, he does not think Mr. Jarvis would mind
planting additional trees. It-would require an on-site investi-
gation, but the road must be cut first. Mr. Lambert referred to
this land being owned by the City and Mr. Annunziato agreed, but
stated that it will not relieve the developer of providing the
foliage regardless of ownership.
Mr. Lambert suggested that the site plan submitted be included
in the motion and Mr. Annunziato agreed since it was submitted
in conjunction with the application.
Mr. Annunziato read a list of six~ recommended conditions. Mr.
Arena then withdrewhis motion and Mr. Lambert withdrew his second.
Mr. Lambert stated that he still did not agree to the landscaping
request as he feels it is being unreasonable as nobody knows what
is in there. The City will get the property and put in the wells.
The developer will have to relandscape City property which the
City tore up. Also, how would it be determined, what is adequate,
for how many years? Chairman Ryder clarified that the point was
that the buffer strip should be effective as screening. Mr. Arena
agreed with Mr. LambertTs points and questioned how long the deve-
loper would be liable to keep replanting. Mr. Lambert suggested
including the term of at the time of development plans, actual
site plan approval or construction of road. Mr. Arena agreed
that it should be at the time of construction of the road, any
gaps which exist will be filled in by the developer. Further
discussion followed about the landscaping request.
Mr. Arena made a motion that the Planning $ Zoning Board recommend
to the City Council the approval to rezone the property as re-
quested by the applicant, Mr. $. J. Jarvis located at 900 S. W.
15th Avenue, from R-1AA to Planned Industrial Development subject
to:
!. The plan submitted for Boynton Interchange
Plaza as revised 10/9/78 be adopted in con-
junction with this motion.
Additional landscaping in westemn buffer area
to be provided by de,elOper"as d, ete~mi~-by
the City upon completion of t~e'-West road.
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3. Height of construction on Lots 1, 9, 10, 11,
12, 13, and 19 to be limited to 35 feet.
4. No building monstruction~westof access road
except for City purposes.
5. Ail roadways to be dedimated to the City.
Col. Trauger seconded the motion. No dismussion. As requested,
Mrs, Kruse took a roll mall vote on the motion as follows:
Mr. Arena - Yes
Mrs. Humkle - Yes
Mr. Winter - Yes
Mr. Lambert - Yes
Mr. Jameson - Yes
Col. Trauger - Yes~
Mr. Ryder - Yes
Motion carried 7-0.
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Arena moved to adjourn, seconded by Mr. Lambert. Motion
married 7-0 and the meeting was properly adjourned at 9:45 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Suzanne M. Kruse
Recording Secretary
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AGENDA
PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD
Regular Meeting
October 10th, 1978
7:30.P.M.
Council Chambers
City Hall
Acknowledgement of Members and Visitors.
2. -Reading-~and Approving of Minutes.
3. Announcements.
4. Communications..
5. Old Business:
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New Business:
A. PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Rezoning~ Request:
Applicant: Mr. S. J. Jarvis
Location: 900~S.W. 15th Avenue
Legal Description:
Acreage (see attached)
Request: Rezone to Planned Industrial Development (PID)
from R1AA
Use: To be developed under the uses permitted by PID