Minutes 01-19-94 #INUTES OF THE BOARD OF AD,)UST#ENT #EETZNG HELD ZN
CONFERENCE ROOM "C", WEST WZNG, CZTY HALL, BOYNTON BEACH, FLORZDA
ON WEDNESDAY, ~ANUARY 19, 1994 AT 7:00 P.M.
PRESENT
Ben Uleck, Vice Chairman Mike HaaN, Zoning & Site Devel.
Raychel Houston, Secretary Administrator
Barkley Garnsey Leonard Levy Assistant City
Henrietta Solomon ,
Nello Tineri Attorney
James Miriana, Alernate
Irving Sechter, Alternate
ABSENT
Vernon Thompson, Chairman
Thomas CordJe (Excused)
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT O_.~F #EMBERS ~ND VISITORS
Vice Chairman Uleck called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. He announced that
there are two cases to be heard; Case 190 and Case 191. He advised that Case
188 had been tabled. Mr. Miriana suggested the Board wait to see if Mr. DeFeo
(Case 188) arrived for the meeting since the City Commission voted to accept the
recommendation of the Planning and Development Board. Mr. Haag recommended that
the Board follow the agenda and when the Board reaches Case 188, it should move
to consider Case 188 as the last case on the agenda.
Secretary Houston called the roll and introduced the members of the Board and
Mike Haag.
AGENDA APPROVAL
The agenda was accepted as presented.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Ms. Solomon moved that the minutes of the December 20, 1993 meeting be approved.
Mr. Sechten seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
NEW PETITIONS
Case #188 815 Bamboo Lane
Property Owner: Joseph DeFeo, Jr.
Request: A variance to reduce the ten (10) feet required west
setback to one (1) foot in connection with the pro-
posed construction of a garage to be attached to the
~est side of the existing residential structure
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Motion
Ms. Solomon moved to move Case 188 to the end and go on with the second case.
Mr. Miriana seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
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Case #190 NI/ corner of Plaza Lane and Boynton Lakes Boulevard
Property Owner: Boynton Lakes Plaza, Partnership
Request: A variance to reduce the required
spaces for the '~
The request is for a reduction
parking spaces.
vided at the site.
132,615 square feet of building area.
Secretary Houston read the request and the applicant's response to the require-
ments for the granting of a variance.
The application explained that the landowner has been unsuccessful in closing a
contract on Outparcels "A" and "B" for the last two years because when the
footprint of the prospective tenants are inserted on the. ou~parcels, the
footprints eliminate parking spaces because of its configuration or loading
area. The entire development, including outparcels, wasl reviewed collectively
when the City calculated the parking space requirements: The:outParcels have
cross-access and cross-parking agreements with the entire development.
R~_.Q.~_)E~ A,G, Deve~ ~In_.Q~.~c, said this development has been ~under i n for a ~i~ht years. This construction~failed many times and
des'g , PP . · rchase man discUssions
A.G. Development purchased ~t from RTC. Prior to ~h~ pu~. : ,. ~ _
were held with the Planning Department regarding what could me oevemopeo.
Mr. Goins displayed a site plan and explained that the outparcels have not
changed in size from what was originally approved. However, once the building
design was submitted, the Building Department modified it for Code reasons. It
was necessary to install two fire corridors, and a room for a fire riser for
Winn-Dixie. Because the project is eight years old, Winn,Dixie~requested the
use of a new prototype which increased their back rooms and storage areas. The
increase in size was not due to the addition of tenants, but.because~Of storage
areas and for safety reasons. These areas do not generate traffic.
The applicant is requesting the reduction of parking spaces by 4% {twenty-seven
spaces}. The applicant feels the request is justified because of the require-
Building Department. The approval of the variance:request will
ments of the nstruction of the outparcels aCcording to the original plan which
permit the co Mr. Goins pointed out that the developer had to add 6,521 square
was approved.
feet of safety and storage areas which amounts to thirty-three {33} parking
spaces. This area will not generate any additional traffic into the center.
Mr. Sechter confirmed that Mr. Goins is requesting a decrease in the parking of
4% to increase the flexibility of the entire plaza.
In response to a question from Vice Chairman Uleck, Mr. Goins explained that all
parking spaces have been built. However, he is requesting the flexibility of
Mr. Goins
removing the spaces if necessary to accommodate an outparcel tenant.
advised that the developer does not intend to increase the size of the
buildings. However, beca e space square footage has been included in
the calculations, the bu be built as proposed. They need the 4% ~
reduction to build as originally proposed,
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Phyllis Oola$1eger, 2770 Floral Roadt expressed concern that the parking at
Boynton Lakes Plaza not turn out like the parking at Meadows Square.
Mr. Goins stated that Boynton Lakes Plaza has more parking per square foot
building than Meadows Square. He claims the parking ratios throughout the State
have gotten more strict since Meadows Square was built.
Mr. Haag said that unless Meadows Square received a variance, they would have
the correct'amount of parking spaces per Code. The Code requires one space for
every 200 square feet of leasable space, and the Code has not been changed since
that center was built. Mr. Haag pointed out that Meadows Square has parking
behind the store, but many people do not like to use those spaces.
Calvin Cearley, Presl:dent, Chamber ofCmmerce~ $39E, Ocean A?nue~ spoke in
favor'of granting :this Variance. The addition of two outparcels will probably
~emptoy thirty {30} people and the Chamber is anxious to bring in as many busi-
nesses as' possible.
THERE WAS NO ONE ELSE WHO WISHED TO SPEAK ON THIS APPLICATION.
Ms. Solomon was in favor of approving this application because the reduction of
twenty-seven {27) spaces is reasonable.
Mr. Miriana supports the~granting of the variance because it is only a 4% reduc-
tion and some of the square footage has been taken up by space which will not
generate traffic.
Mr. Garnsey also supports the granting of this variance because 4% is not a
significant reduction and it is important to bring businesses into the City
to increase the tax base so that citizens will not have to pay higher'taxes and
fees for disposal of trash, etc.
Vice Chairman Uleck also supports the 4% reduction because he feels it is a fair
request.
Motion
Ms. Solomon moved that we approve the reduction of twenty-seven {27} parking
spaces at 4740 North Congress Avenue. Mr. Sechter seconded the motion. The
Recording Secretary polled the vote, which carried 7-0.
Case #191 623 Railroad Avenue
Property Owner: George Culverhouse
Request: A variance to reduce the required number of parking
spaces for an Auto Body Repair business. The request
is for a reduction of seven {7) parking spaces. There
are eleven {11) parking spaces existing on site. The
new use will require a total of eighteen {18) spaces.
Secretary Houston read the request and the applicant's response to the statement
of special conditions, hardships or reasons to justify the granting of a
variance.
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Dave Bea$1ey, 623 North Railroad Avenue, said the intended use is an auto body
shop. Since. M~C~house purchased this property,~ it has been a general
contracting'business. Hr. Culverhouse wi1'1 have three employees in addition to
himsell ~op. At present, [here are eleven spaces
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shops
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ght-of-
way. ~ncrease that pro em.
Vice Chairman Uleck stated there is a problem with cars parking on both sides of
the street in thi '
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Miriana asked ,f that area ( d be ey
said the area i narrow for a on dri
tions=are conc~
In response to a question from Secretary Houston, Mr. Beasley advised that eight
vehicles can fit inside the structure.
Mr. Sechter is with Mr. Culverhouse's excellent reputation because of
the construction h done on many of the older homes in Hunter's Run. He
will support this request for variance because it will bring another commercial
eStablishme)nt into a commercial area Which does not need the parking spaces.
Calvtn 211 South Federal ~ said his
bank holds property ~ ~d~' not obj~c~lto this use.
The Chamber of Commerce is also in favor of this use because it brings addi-
tional business to Boynton Beach and provides employment opportunities.
THERE WAS NO ONE ELSE PRESENT WHO WISHED TO SPEAK ON THIS REQUEST.
Ms. Solomon feels there is no need for the additional spaces in this instance
and this business can function well with the current number of parking spaces.
Mr. Miriana feels it would be a hardship on the owners of the property to
require the additional spaces. This business is in an area where there are many ~-~
auto body shops already. He will support the granting of the variance.
Secretary Houston questioned whether this is an existing business which is relo-
cating from another: area. Mr. Beasley advised that Boyd's and McCord's, Inc. of
Delray Beach will be taking over this area.
Secretary Houston questioned why this firm is moving to Boynton Beach. Mr.
Beasley advised that the potential to purchase this building is the main reason
for the move.
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Mr. Miriana moved that we GRANT the variance in Case #191 of eleven parking
spaces which are at present on the premises. Mr. Garnsey seconded the motion.
The Recording Secretary polled the vote. The vote FAILED 4-3. (Ms. Houston,
and Messrs. Tineri and Uleck cast the dissenting votes.)
Case #188 815 Bamboo Lane
Property Owner: Joseph DeFeo, Jr.
Request: A variance to reduce the ten (10) feet required west
setback to one (1) foot in connection with the pro-
posed construction of a garage to be attached to the
west side of the existing residential structure
TABLED
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Mr. Garnsey moved to remove Case #188 from the table. Ms. Solomon seconded the
motion, which carried unanimously.
Secretary Houston read the request and the applicant's response to the special
condition~, hardships or reasons for granting a variance. She also read the
correspondence from five neighbors including Roy Chin, Robert J. Fay, Charles
Nicholas, M. G. Hood, and Joseph DeFeo.
Secretary Houston read a memorandum to the Chairman and Members of the Board of
Adjustment from Mr. Haag, dated December 16, 1993, wherein he explains that the
City Con~nission and Planning and Development Board would have to consider this
request for a waiver of plat prior to consideration by the Board of Adjustment.
Mr. Haag advised that the City Commission, on January 18, 1994, approved the
waiver of plat on the DeFeo property.
Mr. Miriana feels letters of recommendation which are submitted by people living
outside City limits should not be introduced to the Board. The City Attorney
previously advised that the Board could disregard the letter if it chose to do
so. Attorney Levy said it is the Board's decision whether or not to consider
consider them. Mr. Garnsey noted these letters are from residents in the im-
mediate vicinity of this property. Mr. Haag pointed out that public notice is
given to the people within 400 feet of the property whether they are inside or
outside the City limits.
Vice Chairman Uleck questioned how much of the property the City Commission
accepted. Mr. Haag explained that the east side, right-hand side of the DeFeo
.... property, is the City boundary. His neighbor to the east is not in the City
limits. Bamboo Lane to the south is not in Boynton Beach.
Mr. Garnsey explained that this property was subdivided by Sun Wah without ever
being approved for subdivision. City staff requested that subdivision take
place. The City Commission approved the subdivision at last night's meeting.
Joseph OeFeo) 815 Bamboo Lane~ said his request is to construct a garage for the
purpose of storing his personal lawn maintenance equipment and his vehicle.
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In response to a question from Secretary Houston, Mr. DeFeo said this garage
will be larger than the shed which was originally on this property. The shed
has been removed.
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the street, garage will be 35' back from
In viewing the plan, Ms. Solomon questioned how~far this garage Will. be located
from the Sun=Wah parking lot. Mr. OeFeo it will be:l~' from the
lot, and ithe owner o? that property has ~ to the construction. Nr. Haag
advised that the required setback is 10', The Sun Wah parking lot is zoned
residential. There is a possibility that another house could be constructed on
that property in the future. Nr. DeFeo advised that the owner of Sun Wah has
agreed to split the cost of hedges on the l' property l:ine.
Hr. Niriana asked if Sun Wah will be required to construct a buffer wall since
the con~nercia:l property abuts residential. Nr.~Haag stated that there is no
such requirement unless Sun Wah makes substantial improvements to the property.
However, the property is zoned R1AA so Sun Wah may never be required to put up a
wall.
Ms. Solomon confirmed that Sun Wah is ~ 'She questioned the require-
ment for a buffer wall. Mr. Haag explai~r there is a requirement for the
commercial property to provide buff ~residential property. However,
the property directly adjacent to t~zoned commercial. [t is zoned
residential. It isa parking lot state.
Ms. Solomon expressed some concern about~ the 'ety issue involved since this
structure will only be [' away. Mr. 'e is a provision in the Code
for zero lot line construction and require a certain fire
rating on the wall of Mr. OeFeo's garage~
THERE WAS NO ONE PRESENT TO SPEAK ON THIS REQUEST.
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Secretary Houston moved to GRANT Mr. OeFeo's variance to reduce the [0' required
west setback to [' for the construction of this garage to be attached to the
residence. Mr. Tineri seconded the motion. ~-~
Mr. Miriana thought additional discussion was necessary because the Board would
be granting a variance to construct this garage only one foot from the property
line. He needed clarification on why this parking lot ,is considered residential
property. Mr. Haag explained that this property was annexed into the City back
, in the [960s. It came into the City under C-! zoning. In !962, the zoning was
changed to R-[AA.
Hr. DeFeo explained that the property owner originally intended to sell the
parking lot property, but he withdrew his request to sell when he realized he
needed the area because of requirements regarding the number of seats in his
restaurants. Mr. DeFeo does not believe Sun Wah willever sell off that ~"
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property. Chan's Enterprises understands that if they sell the lot, they will
have to appear before the Board for a variance for the number of parking spaces.
The Recording Secretary polled the vote. The vote was 7-0 to GRANT the
variance,
OTHER BUSINESS
None
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board, Hr. Tineri moved to
adjourn the meeting at 8:35 p.m. Mr. Miriana seconded the motion, which carried
unanimously.
~Oanet M. Prainito
Recording Secretary
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