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AGENDA DOCUMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPM~'-'T
MEMORANDUM NO. PZ 99-117
TO:
Sue Kruse
City Clerk
Michael W. Rum:l(L-
Director of Planning and Zoning
FROM:
DATE:
September ~, .1999
SUBJECT: Gwendolyn Hanson
Zoning Code Variance 99-008 (rear setback)
The legal advertisement for this request will be forwarded to your office after review by
the City Attorney. The requested variances are scheduled for the September 28, 1999
Planning and Development Board meeting.
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Attachments
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARIN'-
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following application have been made to the
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD of the CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH,
FLORIDA, for a hearing as indicated, under and pursuant to the provisions of the
zoning code of said City:
Owner:
Gwendolyn Hanson
Request:
Relief from Chapter 2 Zoning, Section 5(D)(2)(a) requiring a
minimum rear setback of 25 feet, to allow a 13 foot variance
or a 12 foot setback.
Location:
206 S.W. 5th Avenue
Legal:
Lot 54, Mango Heights, according to the Plat thereof as
recorded in Plat Book 30, Page 55 of the Public Records of
Palm Beach County, FL
A PUBLIC HEARING before the Planning and Development Board will be held relative
to the above application at City Hall, Commission Chambers, 100 E. Boynton Beach
Boulevard, Boynton Beach, Florida, on Tuesday September 28, 1999, at 7:00 P.M.
All interested parties are notified to appear at said hearing in person or by attorney and
be heard or file any written comments prior to the hearing date. Any person who
decides to appeal any decision of the Planning and Development Board with respect to
any matter considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for
such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made,
which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be
based.
PUBLISH: THE POST
September 13, 1999
CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH
PLANNING AND ZONING DIVISION
(561) 742-6260
REQUEST FOR PUBLlSHINr:.-
LEGI NOTICES AND/OR LEGAL ADVl _ .-ISEMENTS
A completed copy of this routing slip must accompany any request to have a Legal
Notice or Legal Advertisement published and must be submitted to the Office of the City
Attorney two (2) working days prior to the first publishing date requested below.
ORIGINATOR: Planning and Zoning
PREPARED BY: Michael Rumpf
DATE PREPARED: September 9. 1999
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF NOTICE OR AD: Plannina and Development Board
Public Hearina Notice for (meeting September 28. 1999) Gwendolyn Hanson rear
setback variance.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: (Size of Headline, Type Size,
Section Placement, Black Boarder, etc.)
STANDARD LEGAL AD
SEND COPIES OF AD TO: All property Owners within 400 feet of property
(postmarked no later than September 13. 1999). applicant and Director of P/annino and
Zonina
NEWSPAPER(S) TO PUBLISH:
The Post
DATE(S) TO BE PUBLISHED: I\uaust dO. 1999 September 13. 1999
LAST DATE TO FAX TO NEWSPAPER BY 3:00 P.M.: September 10.1999
APPROVED BY:
(1) ff(~~~t
(Originato r
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(Date)
(2)
(City Attorney)
(Date)
RECEIVED BY CITY CLERK:
COMPLETED:
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DF..DARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT
M~.AORANDUM NO. PZ 99-177
TO:
Sue Kruse
City Clerk
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Michael W. Rumpf
Director of Planning and Zoning
FROM:
DA TE:
August 18, 1999
SUBJECT: Gwendolyn Hanson
Zoning Code Variance 99-008 (rear setback)
The legal advertisement for this request will be forwarded to your office after review by
the City Attorney. The requested variances are scheduled for the September 14, 1999
Planning and Development Board meeting.
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'.EQUEST FOR PUBLISHING
LEGAL NOTICES AND/OR LEGAL ADVERTISb".ENTS
A completed copy of this routing slip must accompany any request to have a Legal
Notice or Legal Advertisement published and must be submitted to the Office of the City
Attorney two (2) working days prior to the first publishing date requested below.
ORIGINATOR: P/annina and Zoning
PREPARED BY: Michael Rumpf
DATE PREPARED: August 18. 1999
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF NOTICE OR AD: Planning and Development Board
Public Hearina Notice for (meetina September 14. 1999) Gwendolyn Hanson rear
setback variance.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: (Size of Headline, Type Size,
Section Placement, Black Boarder, etc.)
STANDARD LEGAL AD
SEND COPIES OF AD TO: All property Owners within 400 feet of property
(postmarked no later than Auaust 30. 1999). applicant and Director of Plannino and
Zoning
NEWSPAPER(S) TO PUBLISH:
The Post
DA TE(S) TO BE PUBLISHED: Auaust 30. 1999
LAST DATE TO FAX TO NEWSPAPER BY 3:00 P.M.: Auaust 18. 1999
APPROVED BY:
(1) '--rt- -~ -zt:?
(Originator)
(2) l\-t cJk0~ Cf~
(City Attorney)
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(Date)
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RECEIVED BY CITY CLERK: B~/7'?
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fJTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following application have been made to the
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD of the CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH,
FLORIDA, for a hearing as indicated, under and pursuant to the provisions of the
zoning code of said City:
Owner:
Gwendolyn Hanson
Request:
Relief from Chapter 2 Zoning, Section 5(D)(2)(a) requiring a
minimum rear setback of 25 feet, to allow a 13 foot variance
or a 12 foot setback.
Location:
206 S.W. 5th Avenue
Legal:
Lot 54, Mango Heights, according to the Plat thereof as
recorded in Plat Book 30, Page 55 of the Public Records of
Palm Beach County, FL
A PUBLIC HEARING before the Planning and Development Board will be held relative
to the above application at City Hall, Commission Chambers, 100 E. Boynton Beach
Boulevard, Boynton Beach, Florida, on Tuesday September 14, 1999, at 7:00 P.M.
All interested parties are notified to appear at said hearing in person or by attorney and
be heard or file any written comments prior to the hearing date. Any person who
decides to appeal any decision of the Planning and Development Board with respect to
any matter considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for
such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made,
which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be
based.
CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH
PLANNING AND ZONING DIVISION
(561) 742-6260
PUBLISH: THE POST
CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH
AGENDA ITEM REQUEST FORM
Requested City Commission Date Final Form Must be Turned
Meeting Dates in to City Clerk's Office
Requested City Commission
Meeting Dates
Date Final Form Must be Turned
in to City Clerk's Office
August 4, 1999 (5:00 p.m.)
D September 21, 1999
I:8J OctoberS, 1999
D October 19, 1999
D November 2, 1999
September 8,1999 (5:00 p.m.)
D July 20, 1999
D August 3, 1999
D August 17, 1999
D September 7, 1999
July 7, 1999 (5:00 p.m.)
July 21,1999 (5:00 p.m.)
September 22, 1999 (5:00 p.m.)
October 6, 1999 (5:00 p.m.)
August 18,1999 (5:00 p.m.)
October 20, 1999 (5:00 p.m.)
NATURE OF
AGENDA ITEM
D Administrative
I:8J Consent Agenda
D Public Hearing
D Bids
D Announcement
D Development Plans
D New Business
D
D
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Legal
Unfmished Business
Presentation
RECOMMENDATION: Please place the request below on the October 5, 1999 City Commission agenda under Consent -
Ratification of Planning and Development Board Action. The Planning and Development Board with a unanimous vote,
recommended approval subject to staff comments, and the additional condition that consent be received within 30 days from
a representative of the adjacent Presbyterian Church. For further details pertaining to this request see attached Department of
Development Memorandum No PZ 99-207.
EXPLANATION:
PROJECT: GWENDOLYN HANSON
AGENT: Mark Hearn, USA Exteriors
OWNER: Gwendolyn Hanson
LOCATION: 206 SW 5th Avenue
DESCRIPTION: Request for relief from the Land Development Regulations, Chapter 2, Zoning, Section 5.D.2.a., to allow a
12 foot reduction from the minimum 25 foot rear setback.
PROGRAM IMPACT: N/A
FISCAL IMPACT: N/A
ALTERNATIVES: N/A
Acting Director of Development
City Manager's Signature
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City Attorney / Finance / Human Resources
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Meeting
Date:
File No:
Location:
Owner:
Project:
Variance
Request:
ufVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPAk IMENT
PLANNING AND ZONING DIVISION
MEMORANDUM #99-207
Staff Report
Planning and Development Board
and
City Commission
September 14, 1999
ZNCV 99-008 (rear setback from property line)
206 SW 5th Avenue (Lot #54)
Gwendolyn G. Hanson
Addition to existing single-family house
Request for a variance from the City .of Boynton Beach Land Development Regulations,
Chapter 2, Zoning, Section 5.D.2.a., to allow a twelve (12) foot reduction from the
minimum twenty-five (25) foot rear setback required within the R-1-A single family zoning
district.
BACKGROUND
Gwendolyn G. Hanson, owner of the above-described property, is requesting a variance for the purpose
of constructing a rear addition to the existing single-family dwelling located at 206 SW 5th Avenue (see
Exhibits "A" - Location Map). The subject property and nearby neighborhood is currently zoned R-1-A,
Single-family Residential.
The following is a description of the zoning districts and land uses of the properties that surround the
property:
North -
South -
East
West
SW 5th Avenue right-of-way and farther north, single-family homes zoned R-1-AA.
First Presbyterian Church zoned R-1-AA.
Single-family homes zoned R-1-AA.
Single-family homes zoned R-1-AA.
ANALYSIS
The code states that the zoning code variance can not be approved unless the board finds the following:
a. That special conditions and circumstances exist which are peculiar to the land, structure, or building
involved and which are not applicable to other lands, structures or buildings in the same zoning
district.
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b. That the special conditions and circumstances do not result from the actions of the applicant.
c. That granting the variance requested will not confer on the applicant any special privilege that is
denied by this ordinance to other lands, buildings, or structures in the same zoning district.
d. That literal interpretation of the provisions of this ordinance would deprive the applicant of rights
commonly enjoyed by other properties in the same zoning district under the terms of the ordinance
and would work unnecessary and undue hardship on the applicant.
e. That the variance granted is the minimum variance that will make possible the reasonable use of
the land, building, or structure.
f. That the grant of the variance will be in harmony with the general intent and purpose of this chapter
[ordinance] and that such variance will not be injurious to the area involved or otherwise detrimental
to the public welfare.
(Exhibit "C" contains the applicant's response to the above criteria.)
From a windshield survey and aerial photographs, the subject single-family home appears typical of
those throughout the neighborhood. Furthermore, the subject lot contains no natural or platted
characteristics that distinguish it from adjacent lots. This variance request has been initiated by the
need for additional space within the home. With respect to alternatives to expanding the home, the rear
expansion offers the most logical and least obtrusive expansion, particularly given that the adjacent
property (to the rear) is occupied by a church, is partially vacant and occupied by a parking area, and
was developed with comparable or greater setbacks.
With the current structure located approximately 25 feet from the rear property line, home expansion is
impossible without relief. The proposed variance would allow the addition of 338 square feet to the
home, or an estimated 17% increase in area.
With respect to impacts upon adjacent properties, as indicated above, staff has identified a nearby
parcel with a similar addition. Staff was unable to verify the exact dimensions and setbacks for the
comparable additions.
RECOMMENDATION
Based on the above analysis, and principally the lack of traditional hardship, staff recommends that this
request by Gwendolyn Hanson for a variance from the City of Boynton Beach land Development
Regulations, Chapter 2 -Zoning, Section 5.D.2.a, as described herein for the purpose of constructing an
addition to the single family dwelling located at 206 SW 5th Avenue, be denied. However, if the city
chooses to approve this request based not on hardship criteria but by virtue of the merit of the request,
staff concludes the following:
1) The expansion will not likely have a negative impact on adjacent property values;
2) Impacts from the proposed expansion will not likely be realized by the adjacent property toward
which the building would expand;
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3) The request is supported by the neighbors who reside on both sides of the subject parcel, and
opposite the subject parcel;
4) The building expansion would not reduce the perceived feeling of openness due to the openness
provided by the adjacent church use;
5) There has been no evidence of objection by any adjacent property owners.
No conditions of approval are recommended; however, any conditions of approval added by the
Planning & Development Board or City Commission will be placed in Exhibit "0".
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EXHIBIT "D"
Conditions of Approval
Project name: Gwendolyn Hanson residence
File number: ZNCV 99-008 (rear setback for a rear building addition)
Reference' ZoninlI Code Variance Aoolication dated June 2 1999
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DEPARTMENTS INCLUDE REJECT
PUBLIC WORKS
Comments: None X
UTILITIES
Comments: None X
FIRE
Comments: None X
POLICE
Comments: None X
ENGINEERING DIVISION
Comments: None X
BUILDING DIVISION
Comments: None X
PARKS AND RECREATION
Comments: None X
FORESTER/ENVIRONMENT ALIST
Comments: None ~'. X
PLANNING AND ZONING
Comments: None. X
ADDITIONAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD CONDITIONS
1. Consent should be received within 30 days from a representative of the X
adjacent Presbyterian Church.
ADDITIONAL CITY COMMISSION CONDITIONS
2. To be determined.
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GWENDOLYN HANSON
ZONING CODE VARIANCE
Meeting
Date:
File No:
Location:
Owner:
Project:
Variance
Request:
D~ vELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTI\IIENT
PLANNING AND ZONING DIVISION
MEMORANDUM #99-207
Staff Report
Planning and Development Board
and
City Commission
September 14, 1999
ZNCV 99-008 (rear setback from property line)
206 SW 5th Avenue (Lot #54)
Gwendolyn G. Hanson
Addition to existing single-family house
Request for a variance from the City of Boynton Beach Land Development Regulations,
Chapter 2, Zoning, Section 5.D.2.a., to allow a twelve (12) foot reduction from the
minimum twenty-five (25) foot rear setback required within the R-1-A single family zoning
district.
BACKGROUND
Gwendolyn G. Hanson, owner of the above-described property, is requesting a variance for the purpose
of constructing a rear addition to the existing single-family dwelling located at 206 SW 5th Avenue (see
Exhibits "A" - Location Map). The subject property and nearby neighborhood is currently zoned R-1-A,
Single-family Residential.
The following is a description of the zoning districts and land uses of the properties that surround the
property:
North -
South -
East
West
SW 5th Avenue right-of-way and farther north, single-family homes zoned R-1-AA.
First Presbyterian Church zoned R-1-AA.
Single-family homes zoned R-1-AA.
Single-family homes zoned R-1-AA.
ANALYSIS
The code states that the zoning code variance can not be approved unless the board finds the following:
a. That special conditions and circumstances exist which are peculiar to the land, structure, or building
involved and which are not applicable to other lands, structures or buildings in the same zoning
district.
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File No. ZNCV 99-008
b. That the special conditions and circumstances do not result from the actions of the applicant.
c_ That granting the variance requested will not confer on the applicant any special privilege that is
denied by this ordinance to other lands, buildings, or structures in the same zoning district.
d. That literal interpretation of the provisions of this ordinance would deprive the applicant of rights
commonly enjoyed by other properties in the same zoning district under the terms of the ordinance
and would work unnecessary and undue hardship on the applicant.
e. That the variance granted is the minimum variance that will make possible the reasonable use of
the land, building, or structure.
f. That the grant of the variance will be in harmony with the general intent and purpose of this chapter
[ordinance] and that such variance will not be injurious to the area involved or otherwise detrimental
to the public welfare.
(Exhibit "C" contains the applicant's response to the above criteria.)
From a windshield survey and aerial photographs, the subject single-family home appears typical of
those throughout the neighborhood. Furthermore, the subject lot contains no natural or platted
characteristics that distinguish it from adjacent lots. This variance request has been initiated by the
need for additional space within the home. With respect to alternatives to expanding the home, the rear
expansion offers the most logical and least obtrusive expansion, particularly given that the adjacent
property (to the rear) is occupied by a church, is partially vacant and occupied by a parking area, and
was developed with comparable or greater setbacks_
With the current structure located approximately 25 feet from the rear property line, home expansion is
impossible without relief. The proposed variance would allow the addition of 338 square feet to the
home, or an estimated 17% increase in area.
With respect to impacts upon adjacent properties, as indicated above, staff has identified a nearby
parcel with a similar addition. Staff was unable to verify the exact dimensions and setbacks for the
comparable additions.
RECOMMENDATION
Based on the above analysis, and principally the lack of traditional hardship, staff recommends that this
request by Gwendolyn Hanson for a variance from the City of Boynton Beach Land Development
Regulations, Chapter 2 -Zoning, Section 5.D.2.a, as described herein for the purpose of constructing an
addition to the single family dwelling located at 206 SW 5th Avenue, be denied. However, if the city
chooses to approve this request based not on hardship criteria but by virtue of the merit of the request,
staff concludes the following:
1) The expansion will not likely have a negative impact on adjacent property values;
2) Impacts from the proposed expansion will not likely be realized by the adjacent property toward
which the building would expand;
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3) The request is supported by the neighbors who reside on both sides of the subject parcel, and
opposite the subject parcel;
4) The building expansion would not reduce the perceived feeling of openness due to the openness
provided by the adjacent church use;
5) There has been no evidence of objection by any adjacent property owners.
No conditions of approval are recommended; however, any conditions of approval added by the
Planning & Development Board or City Commission will be placed in Exhibit "0".
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Conditions of Approval
Project name: Gwendolyn Hanson residence
File number: ZNCV 99-008 (rear setback for a rear building addition)
Reference: Zoning Code Variance Aoolication dated June 2. 1999
I DEPARTMENTS I INCLUDE I REJECT I
PUBLIC WORKS
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UTILITIES
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FIRE
Comments: None
POLICE
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BUILDING DIVISION
Comments: None
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Comments: None
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PLANNING AND ZONING
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1. To be determined.
ADDITIONAL CITY COMMISSION CONDITIONS
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DEVELOPMr - T ORDER OF THE CITY COMMIS-')N OF THE
CII Y OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLOR/L",
PROJECT NAME: GWENDOLYN HANSON
APPLICANT'S AGENT: Mark Hearn, USA Exteriors
APPLICANT'S ADDRESS: 206 S.W. 5th Avenue
DATE OF CITY COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING: October 5,1999
TYPE OF RELIEF SOUGHT: Rear setback
LOCATION OF PROPERTY: 206 S.W. 5th Avenue (Lot #54)
DRAWING(S): SEE EXHIBIT "B" ATTACHED HERETO.
X THIS MATTER came before the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida
appearing on the Consent Agenda on the date above. The City Commission hereby adopts the
findings and recommendation of the Planning and Development Board, which Board found as follows:
OR
THIS MATTER came on to be heard before the City Commission of the City of Boynton
Beach, Florida on the date of hearing stated above. The City Commission having considered the
relief sought by the applicant and heard testimony from the applicant, members of city administrative
staff and the public finds as follows:
1. Application for the relief sought was made by the Applicant in a manner consistent with
the requirements of the City's Land Development Regulations.
2. The Applicant
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HAS NOT
established by substantial competent evidence a basis for the relief requested.
3. The conditions for development requested by the Applicant, administrative staff, or
suggested by the public and supported by substantial competent evidence are as set
forth on Exhibit "C" with notation "Included".
4. The Applicant's application for relief is hereby
-2L GRANTED subject to the conditions referenced in paragraph 3 hereof.
DENIED
5. This Order shall take effect immediately upon issuance by the City Clerk.
6. All further development on the property shall be made in accordance with the terms
and conditions of this order.
7. Other
DATED:
City Clerk
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HAMPSHIRE GARDENS
ZONING CODE VARIANCE
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT
MEMORANDUM No. PZ 99-216
Staff Report for
Planning and Development Board and
City Commission
Meeting
Date:
September 28, 1999
File No:
ZNCV 99-009 (fence height)
Location:
2400-2500 South Federal Highway
Owner:
Hampshire Gardens, Inc.
Req uest:
Request for a variance from the City of Boynton Beach Land Development Regulations,
Chapter 2, Zoning, Section 4(J)(1), which limits the maximum height of a fence, hedge or
wall placed within the building setback to four feet, to allow a one and a one-half (1 1/2) foot
variance or a five and a half foot fence.
BACKGROUND
The subject property, located at 2400-2500 South Federal Highway is a 236-unit residential cooperative
constructed in 1964 (See Exhibit "A" -location map). The property is currently zoned R-3, multi-family. The
city approved a $5,000 Neighborhood Assistance Program grant to this community at its April 20th, 1999
Commission meeting for the purpose of constructing a fence along the front, or west side of the property
(See Exhibit liB" - City Commission minutes). During the permitting process it was discovered that the
desired fence exceeded the maximum height allowed (4 feet) per the City's Land Development Regulations
(See Exhibit "C" - site plan). The applicant received a permit for the posts to be built at five and one-half
feet without the height variance being required and the posts have been constructed. It was during the
permitting for the actual fence that the discrepancy was identified and created the need for the variance.
To allow for appropriate structural or decorative needs, the city has not applied the same height limitation to
the posts as is applied to a fence or wall.
Historically, the city has approved two other requests for a variance under similar circumstances. In 1993
the Board of Adjustment approved a request from Pine Point Villas at 3310 Loren Road for a variance to
place a six foot fence within the front setback instead of the four foot fence allowed by the zoning code. In
December of 1997, a variance was approved by the City Commission to allow a fence that exceeded the
zoning requirement to allow a 4-foot fence on a 3-foot 6-inch wall at 685 NW 15th Place. Similar to the
subject request, the general purpose of the comparable cases was to provide additional security that
otherwise would not be achieved by a 4-foot fence.
According to Chapter 2. Zoning, section 4(J)(1), the minimum height of a fence, hedge, or wall placed within
the building setback is 4 feet. This request is to allow a one and one-half foot variance or a five and one-
half foot fence. Since the code does not distinguish between the post members and the fence or wall
sections, the subject variance request has been written to provide relief for both the elements of the
fence/wall project.
ANALYSIS
The code states that the zoning code variance can not be approved unless the board finds the following:
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EXHIBIT "B"
APRIL 20, 1999
Motion
Vice Mayor Tillman moved for approval of Item C.2. Motion seconded by Commissioner
Denahan. Motion unanimously carried.
VIII. BIDS:
None
IX. DEVELOPMENT PLANS:
None
X. NEW BUSINESS:
(jAo
Approve the Neighborhood Partnership Program Application from the
Hampshire Gardens Homeowners' Association for Phase I. (Total cost of .
project is $21,400 - City of Boynton Beach contribution is $5,000.) .
B.
Approve the Neighborhood Partnership Program Application from the .
Venetian Isle Neighborhood Association. (Total cost of project is
$6,929.44 - City of Boynton Beach contribution is $3,500.)
Interim City Manager Hawkins said there are two Neighborhood Partnership Program
Applications for approval and asked Mr. Ackermann to update the Commission on the
applications.
Mr. Ackermann said that the Hampshire Gardens Homeowner's Association has an
extensive plan for redoing the sides and the front of the property. The front of the
property fronts Federal Highway. The project is broken down into two phases. They are
asking the City to partnership the first phase, which would include aluminum fencing,
beautification, and hedges at a cost of $21,400. Hampshire Gardens will be putting in
the "sweat equity", as well as purchasing a great many of the materials and qualifies for
the City to contribute the maximum of $5,000.
Mr. Ackermann said the second project is a partnership program with Venetian Isle
Neighborhood Association. They are proposing to replace old signage with new
signage at the entrances to the property and the planting of trees and plants.
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Mr. Ackermann said that a committee and technical review committee looked at both
projects and they have been cleared. Mr. Ackermann noted the cost of this project is
$6,929.44 and they are asking for $3,500 from the City, which they qualify for. Mr.
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Hampsnire Gardens, Inc.
2500 S. Federal Highway
Boynton Beach, FI. 33435
Statement of Special Conditions
We feel that special conditions and circumstances exist because we are a
multiple dwelling complex of Senior Citizens, with a large exposed area along
Federal Highway.
We are particularly concerned about our vulnerability to increased thefts and
break-ins of both our homes and vehicles. We do not believe a 4'high fence is
adequate in keeping "problems" out. We also have 51/2' tall columns already
built along this property to accept the 5'high fence. These columns were
approved & permitted by the City of Boynton Beach.
Due to our large exposure along Federal Highway, we are unique when
compared to our neighbors' homes and businesses. Therefore approval of the
variance will not confer special privileges upon us when compared to other
properties in our neighborhood. Both Colonial Club and Seagate Condo
communities enjoy a fence that exceeds 5' in the form of hedge and walls, that
separates the,n from Federal Highway.
Due to previous meeting with the Neighborhood assistance program, where our
project of a 5'high fence was discussed, reviewed by a selection committee
consisting of city departments, and finally approved for a grant by the city
commission, we had a 5' high custom aluminum fence built for this purpose.
Obviously this presents a hardship on us because of our invested time and
money in both the columns and fence, to at this time tear this out and replace it
with a 4' system. The residents of this community are retired seniors, many of
whom are on fixed incomes and to re-do this whole project would put a large
strain on the finances of all of us.
We wish to protect our property and limit the access to outside elements to freely
trespass on our grounds, as other condo communities nearby are able to do.
The installation of a 5' fence better serves our needs to safely protect our
residents. Since this is an "open' fence it does not obstruct the view to motorists
and is very "eye appealing" to any passerby. In the same manner the 5' height
makes it more difficult for anyone to climb or hurdle over.
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EXHIBIT "E"
Conditions of Approval
Project name: Hampshire Gardens
File number: ZNCV 99-009 (fence height)
Reference' Zoning: Code Variance dated Julv 6 1999
.
I DEPARTMENTS I INCLUDE I REJECT I
PUBLIC WORKS
Comments: None
UTILITIES
Comments: None
FIRE
Comments: None
POLICE
Comments: None
ENGINEERING DIVISION
Comments: None
BUILDING DIVISION
Comments: None
PARKS AND RECREATION
Comments: None
FORESTER/ENVIRONMENT ALIST
Comments: None
PLANNING AND ZONING
Comments: None
ADDITIONAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD CONDITIONS
1. To be determined.
ADDITIONAL CITY COMMISSION CONDITIONS
2. To be determined.
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DEVELOPMEN' -)RDER OF THE CITY COMMISSlr-- ~ OF THE
c/n OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA
PROJECT NAME: Hampshire Gardens
APPLICANT'S AGENT: N/A
APPLICANT'S ADDRESS: 2400-2500 South Federal Hwy.
DATE OF CITY COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING: October 5,1999
TYPE OF RELIEF SOUGHT: Variance for maximum height of a fence along front property line.
LOCATION OF PROPERTY: 2400- 2500 South Federal Hwy.
DRAWING(S): SEE EXHIBIT "B" ATTACHED HERETO.
X THIS MATTER came before the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida
appearing on the Consent Agenda on the date above. The City Commission hereby adopts the
findings and recommendation of the Planning and Development Board, which Board found as follows:
OR
THIS MATTER came on to be heard before the City Commission of the City of Boynton
Beach, Florida on the date of hearing stated above. The City Commission having considered the
relief sought by the applicant and heard testimony from the applicant, members of city administrative
staff and the public finds as follows:
1. Application for the relief sought was made by the Applicant in a manner consistent with
the requirements of the City's Land Development Regulations.
2. The Applicant
lHAS
HAS NOT
established by substantial competent evidence a basis for the relief requested.
3. The conditions for development requested by the Applicant, administrative staff, or
suggested by the public and supported by substantial competent evidence are as set
forth on Exhibit "C" with notation "Included".
4. The Applicant's application for relief is hereby
_ GRANTED subject to the conditions referenced in paragraph 3 hereof.
DENIED
5_ This Order shall take effect immediately upon issuance by the City Clerk.
6. All further development on the property shall be made in accordance with the terms
and conditions of this order.
7. Other
DATED:
City Clerk
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~!OTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following application have been made to the
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD of the CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH,
FLORIDA, for a hearing as indicated, under and pursuant to the provisions of the
zoning code of said City:
Owner:
Gwendolyn Hanson
Request:
Relief from Chapter 2 Zoning, Section 5(D)(2)(a) requiring a
minimum rear setback of 25 feet, to allow a 13 foot variance
or a 12 foot setback.
Location:
206 S.W. 5th Avenue
Legal:
Lot 54, Mango Heights, according to the Plat thereof as
recorded in Plat Book 30, Page 55 of the Public Records of
Palm Beach County, FL
A PUBLIC HEARING before the Planning and Development Board will be held relative
to the above application at City Hall, Commission Chambers, 100 E. Boynton Beach
Boulevard, Boynton Beach, Florida, on Tuesday September 28, 1999, at 7:00 P.M.
All interested parties are notified to appear at said hearing in person or by attorney and
be heard or file any written comments prior to the hearing date. Any person who
decides to appeal any decision of the Planning and Development Board with respect to
any matter considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for
such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made,
which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be
based.
CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH
PLANNING AND ZONING DIVISION
(561) 742-6260
PUBLISH:
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September ~, 1999
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..NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following application have been made to the
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD of the CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH,
FLORIDA, for a hearing as indicated, under and pursuant to the provisions of the
zoning code of said City:
Owner:
Gwendolyn Hanson
Request:
Relief from Chapter 2 Zoning, Section 5(D)(2)(a) requiring a
minimum rear setback of 25 feet, to allow a 13 foot variance
or a 12 foot setback.
Location:
206 S.W. 5th Avenue
Legal:
Lot 54, Mango Heights, according to the Plat thereof as
recorded in Plat Book 30, Page 55 of the Public Records of
Palm Beach County, FL
A PUBLIC HEARING before the Planning and Development Board will be held relative
to the above application at City Hall, Commission Chambers, 100 E. Boynton Beach
Boulevard, Boynton Beach, Florida, on Tuesday September 14, 1999, at 7:00 P.M.
All interested parties are notified to appear at said hearing in person or by attorney and
be heard or file any written comments prior to the hearing date. Any person who
decides to appeal any decision of the Planning and Development Board with respect to
any matter considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for
such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made,
which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be
based.
PUBLISH: THE POST
August 30, 1999
CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH
PLANNING AND ZONING DIVISION
(561) 742-6260
REQUEST FOR PUBLISHING
LEGAL Nl .CES AND/OR LEGAL ADVERTIS. .JENTS
A completed copy of this routing slip must accompany any request to have a Legal
Notice or Legal Advertisement published and must be submitted to the Office of the City
Attorney two (2) working days prior to the first publishing date requested below.
ORIGINATOR: Plannina and Zonina
PREPARED BY: Michael Rumpf
DATE PREPARED: Auoust 18, 1999
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF NOTICE OR AD: Plannina and Development Board
Public Hearina Notice for (meetina September 14, 1999) Gwendolyn Hanson rear
setback variance.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: (Size of Headline, Type Size,
Section Placement, Black Boarder, etc.)
STANDARD LEGAL AD
SEND COPIES OF AD TO: All property Owners within 400 feet of property
(postmarked no later than August 30. 1999), applicant and Director of Plannina and
Zonina
NEWSPAPER(S) TO PUBLISH:
The Post
DATE(S) TO BE PUBLISHED: Auaust 30, 1999
LAST DATE TO FAX TO NEWSPAPER BY 3:00 P.M.: August 18.1999
APPROVED BY:
(1 )
(Originator)
(Date)
(2)
(City Attorney)
(Date)
RECEIVED BY CITY CLERK:
COMPLETED:
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TO:
Sue Kruse
City Clerk
FROM:
Michael W. Rumpf
Director of Planning and Zoning
DATE:
August 18, 1999
SUBJECT: Gwendolyn Hanson
Zoning Code Variance 99-008 (rear setback)
The legal advertisement for this request will be forwarded to your office after review by
the City Attorney. The requested variances are scheduled for the September 14, 1999
Planning and Development Board meeting.
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Attachments
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EXHIBIT "C'
July 7, 1999
Answers to questions requesting variance:
A. The homeowner needs assistance , therefore, the added space
will help accommodate her needs.
B. The circumstances requesting the variance does not result from
any actions of the applicant.
c. The granting of the variance will help improve the quality of
life for the homeowner only.
D. Granting of the variance will not infringe on any rights commonly
enjoyed by other properties.
E. The requested footage in the variance will accommodate the applicant
and her needs.
F. The requested variance will not be injurious or detrimental to the
area or public in any way, but will enhance the property
EXHIBIT "D"
Conditions of Approval
Project name: Gwendolyn Hanson residence
File number: ZNCV 99-008 (rear setback for a rear building addition)
Reference' Zoning Code Variance Aoolication dated June 2 1999
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DEPARTMENTS INCLUDE REJECT
PUBLIC WORKS
Comments: None
UTILITIES
Comments: None
FIRE
Comments: None
POLICE
Comments: None
ENGINEERING DIVISION
Comments: None
BUILDING DIVISION
Comments: None
PARKS AND RECREATION
Comments: None
FORESTER/ENVIRONMENTALIST
Comments: None
PLANNING AND ZONING
Comments: Screen rear addition with either a wooden fence or with a native
landscape barrier.
ADDITIONAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD CONDITIONS
1. To be determined.
ADDITIONAL CITY COMMISSION CONDITIONS
2. To be determined.
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PLANNING AND ZONING DIVISION
MEMORANDUM #99-207
Staff Report
Planning and Development Board
and
City Commission
Meeting
Date:
September 14, 1999
File No:
ZNCV 99-008 Rear setback from property line
Location:
206 SW 5th Avenue
Owner:
Gwendolyn G Hanson
Project:
Addition to existing single-family house
Variance
Request:
Request for a variance from the City of Boynton Beach Land Development
Regulations, Chapter 2, Zoning, Section 5.D.2.a., to allow a twelve (12) foot
reduction from the minimum twenty five (25) foot rear setback required for R-1-A
residential zoning district.
BACKGROUND
The nearby neighborhood where the subject property is located is currently zoned R-1 '-A,
residential single-family, and it is almost 100 per cent build out.
The existing single-family building on the subject property is currently a legal nonconforming
unit, as per current Land Development Regulations Chapter 2, Zoning, Section 5.D.2.a., that
requires a minimum of 7500 square feet for R-1-A zoned lot (see Exhibit "A"-Iocation map).
Land Development regulations Chapter 2, Zoning, Section 11.1.,C.1.b., allow building a single-
family dwelling unit on a R-1-A nonconforming lot, with a minimum of 5000 square feet. Existing
lot acreage is 6008 square feet (see Exhibit "B" - survey). This subject property is within the
Mango Heights subdivision approved in 1973, and consisting of 55 lots with similar dimensions.
The street segment of S.W. 5th Avenue where the subject property is located, consists of
single- family homes built on nonconforming lots; the rear of all of said lots are facing a rather
larger property developed as a church to the south.
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Gwendolyn Hanson
File No. ZNCV 99-008
ANALYSIS
The code states that the zoning code variance can not be approved unless the board finds the
following:
a. That special conditions and circumstances exist which are peculiar to the land, structure,
or building involved and which are not applicable to other lands, structures or buildings in
the same zoning district.
b. That the special conditions and circumstances do not result from the actions of the
applicant.
c. That granting the variance requested will not confer on the applicant any special privilege
that is denied by this ordinance to other lands, buildings, or structures in the same zoning
district.
d. That literal interpretation of the provisions of this ordinance would deprive the applicant of
rights commonly enjoyed by other properties in the same zoning district under the terms of
the ordinance and would work unnecessary and undue hardship on the applicant.
e. That the variance granted is the minimum variance that will make possible the reasonable
use of the land, building, or structure.
f. That the grant of the variance will be in harmony with the general intent and purpose of
this chapter [ordinance} and that such variance will not be injurious to the area involved or
otherwise detrimental to the public welfare.
(Exhibit "C" contains the applicant's response to the above criteria.)
Staff has conducted this analysis focusing in item "e" above, which requires that the request
represents the minimum possible deviation from City regulations. Indeed, based on the city's
approval of the Mango Heights subdivision, the city has acknowledged the potential for creating
certain hardships and non-conformities on these lots along S.W 5th Avenue, specifically,
minimum rear setback.
With respect to this request impacting the vicinity negatively, it is noteworthy to indicate that
indeed this would not be the only house with a rear addition. Staff viewed nearby residences
and it was found that one of the houses on the same street segment features an existing
addition to the rear of the main building, encroaching the minimum building setback. Staff was
unable to verify current addition dimensions and setbacks.