HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 10-22-2014BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
MEETING MINUTES
October 22, 2014
A Meeting of the Board of Adjustment was held on October 22, 2014, at the Cape Canaveral
Public Library, 201 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida. The meeting was called to order at
6:02 p.m. by Vice Chairperson Douglas Raymond. The Secretary called the roll.
MEMBERS PRESENT
Douglas Raymond Vice Chairperson
Linda M. Brown
Desmond Wassell
George Sweetman
MEMBERS ABSENT
Arvo Eilau Chairperson
OTHERS PRESENT
Kimberly Kopp Assistant City Attorney
David Dickey Planning and Zoning Director
Patsy Huffman Secretary
Susan Juliano Secretary
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Approval of Board of Adiustment Meeting Minutes —June 12, 2014 Minutes
Moved by Mr. Sweetman, seconded by Ms. Brown to approve the Meeting Minutes of June 12,
2014 as presented. Vote on the motion carried unanimously.
Assistant City Attorney Kopp swore in all participants speaking at the meeting.
2. Interview and Recommendation to City Council Re: Potential Board Member,
William Joseph Elliott.
Mr. Elliott presented he has been a resident of the City since 1987 and likes to be addressed
as "Joe." He provided Members with a brief background and stated he was in favor of
keeping the City's green space and meeting the goals of the comprehensive plan. Mr.
Sweetman complimented his resume. Mr. Raymond explained that the procedure is to wait
for City Council approval.
Moved my Mr. Wassell, seconded by Ms. Brown to recommend William Joseph Elliott for
appointment to Board of Adjustment.
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"Kim Kopp asked if everyone agreed with the recommendation, to which Board members gave
their acknowledgement." The vote was unanimous.
Mr. Raymond presented that the next two (2) items were related.
3. Quasi -Judicial and/or Public Hearing: Motion Re: Request to Approve Special
Exception No. 14-04 to allow the construction of an Assisted Living Facility in the R-
3 zoning district — 700 W. Central Boulevard — Puerto Del Rio, LLC, Property
Owner.
Staff s presentation has been entered into record.
Moved by Mr. Sweetman, seconded by Ms. Brown to approve Special Exception No. 14-04.
Vote on the motion carried unanimously.
4. Quasi -Judicial and/or Public Hearing: Motion Re: Variance Request No.14-01 -
700 W. Central Boulevard — Puerto Del Rio, LLC, Property Owner — authorizing the
following:
1) To allow for a building length of 353 feet and a building width of 320 feet
rather that the 185 foot maximum length or width per Section 110-316(7),
City Code.
2) To allow for a 25 ft. setback from an adjacent residential lot line rather than
the 50 feet per Section 110-488(a), City Code.
Staff's presentation has been entered into record.
It was noted that this item was previously approved by the Board and there did not appear to be
anything new to change the issues. The Applicant addressed the Board and presented there were
no technical changes; however, there was one new issue. Funding by an Equity group out of
Minnesota occurred as of last Thursday. The Applicant was scheduled to meet with his attorneys
and was looking forward to starting the project.
Discussion brought forth that the plans were previously reviewed/approved for a building with
four (4) floors and the State of Florida's approval included 21 pages addressing the
protection/safety of residents (including those with mobility issues) during emergencies
(fire/power outage/hurricane).
Discussion ensued regarding the location of the facility entrance. The Applicant presented that
the site plan that was approved four (4) years ago remains unchanged and the entrance was on
the South side.
Discussion followed regarding access for vans/trucks parking on the North side and whether
there was going to be one (1) or two (2) entry roads. The Applicant responded there was a curb
cut on West Central Boulevard which was the primary ingress/egress. It will be used during
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construction to limit traffic from the Bayside residents and will be fenced off and security will be
provided.
Discussion ensued regarding a sidewalk and bike path being included in the plans like the one on
Ridgewood Avenue. The Applicant described the extra amenities (sidewalks, park benches,
street lighting, bringing in natural gas for the facility and possible gas lanterns) and stated "this is
going to be a grandiose project."
Audience member Matt Longmeyer asked how far the development goes up to the road. Staff
showed the location of the buildings as well as the space in question on the power point
presentation.
Discussion ensued regarding Building 15; the vacant lot; buildings being divided into sub
phases; and the fact that no rezoning has occurred.
In response to a question regarding the Condo Association's sharing of facilities, the Applicant
presented that the Condo Association stands as is and the Assisted Living Facility stands as its
own business.
Mr. Dickey clarified that Variance No. 14-01 was strictly for the Assisted Living Facility.
Residential is not required to be separated from assisted living. In the future when the additional
condo buildings are proposed, there will be no issues.
Moved by Mr. Wassell, seconded by Ms. Brown to approve Variance No. 14-01. Vote on the
motion carried unanimously.
REPORTS AND OPEN DISCUSSION:
None.
Moved by Mr. Raymond, seconded by Mr. Wassell to adjourn the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 6:24 p.m.
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Approved on this � day of 201*
Patsy Huffman, Secretary
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