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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPZ 04-13-10 MINUTES OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION ACTING AS THE LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY MEETING HELD TUESDAY, APRIL 13, 2010 CALL TO ORDER Chairman Sills called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. Following a moment of silent meditation and the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, a quorum was declared present. PRESENT: Chairman Sills, Vice Chair Golden, Members Campbell, De La Portilla, McKey, Morris, and West. Also present were Assistant City Attorney Watson, Principal Planner Rumer, Development Services Director Shadrix, and Deputy City Clerk Sibbitt. ABSENT: Members Conkling and Dillard were absent excused. Introduction of newest board member Angel de la Portilla. ELECTIONS Member West, seconded by Member Morris, moved to nominate Bradley Campbell as Chairman. Vice Chair Golden moved to nominate Rob McKey as Chairman; however, Rob McKey stated he would decline nomination at this time. Motion was taken on first nomination and carried unanimouslv to elect Bradlev Campbell as Chairman of the Plannina and Zonina Commission. Jim Golden announced he would like to continue as Vice Chair if there are no objections. Member West. seconded bv Member McKev. moved to nominate Jim Golden as Vice Chair of the Plannina and Zonina Commission. Motion carried unanimouslv. CONSENT AGENDA Minutes of the Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting held on Tuesday, February 9, 2010. Member Sills. seconded bv Member McKev. moved to accept the Minutes of the February 9. 2010. Plannina and Zonina Commission meetina. Motion carried unanimouslv. Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting April 13, 2010 OLD BUSINESS - None NEW BUSINESS HOMES IN PARTNERSHIP - ANNEXATION AND REZONING Principal Planner Rumer gave a brief presentation on the subject property stating this parcel is part of an older subdivision called Oak Level Heights that was platted in 1925. Seven lots are platted for this subdivision and the previous property owner did receive a variance from Orange County to build on the lots. In order for the property owner to develop single family homes on the lots they would need well and septic. A septic tank permit can not be obtained unless there is a minimum of 75 feet in between the well and septic tank. By annexing into the City of Ocoee, the applicant can connect to the City's water service, which would exclude the septic systems from meeting the 75 foot separation requirement. Principal Planner Rumer briefly explained the state and local regulations the property shows to be consistent with, including annexation requirements and zoning designation. He further stated that staff recommends approval of the annexation and zoning of this property into the City Limits. DISCUSSION Member McKey inquired where Hedgerow Circle is in relation to this subdivision. He further stated that is where the nearest force main is and the reason he brings this up is because he feels they are saddling the new residents with some future problems with the indecisiveness of the Wekiva drainage issue. Member McKey stated if it is at all practical for the city to extend the main so the residents could tie into it. Principal Planner Rumer clarified that Mr. McKey is stating that he is not in favor of the idea of annexing properties that do not have current sewer capacity or sewer availability in case there is some future fees to the city. Principal Planner Rumer briefly explained the Wekiva Amendments that are being proposed. Member McKey stated he wants to look out for the people in our city and inquired if staff has looked into the cost of tying into the nearest force main. Principal Planner Rumer stated there are a number of plans that Engineering is working on. Member Sills stated that the septic systems that are being manufactured today will last 30 yrs. Principal Planner Rumer stated that it is not an issue of maintenance and warranty but of more function and effects (doing a better job of saving the aquifers). 2 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting April 13, 2010 Vice Chair Golden stated that he understands the concerns Member McKey has about serving the lots with city sewer but knows that they can not really be addressed tonight. He further stated these lots meet the criteria for an annexation but with a septic tank they will ultimately be leeching into the Wekiva River Basin. He further stated he would like to see city sewer serving this area in the future. The Public Hearing was opened. As no one wished to speak, the Public Hearing was closed. Member Morris. seconded bv Vice Chair Golden. moved to recommend approval of the Homes In Partnership - Oak Level Heiahts. Annexation and Rezonina. Motion carried unanimouslv. MISCELLANEOUS Principal Planner Rumer announced that the Substantial Amendment to the Prairie Lake PUD was approved by Commission. Development Services Director Shadrix announced they have four major projects they need to get done: CRA Overlay, E.A.R., and two Comprehensive Plan Items. He further stated he would like to compliment the board on the types of questions they are asking tonight because it ties into the Capital Improvement Elements. The city is currently looking at several funding options on tying everyone to City sewer next to the Western Loop as soon as it becomes available. Development Services Director Shadrix stated he feels that there is hope on the horizon since they have built a higher number of homes in the city compared to a year and a half ago. He further touched on the CRA Overlay goals. Member De La Portilla inquired what effects the possible passage of Amendment 4 has on future city planning. Development Services Director Shadrix stated it has a potentially major impact. The city has a lot of flexibility currently with mixed land use, but with Amendment 4 it can cause a negative effect with properties that do not have a land use category. He further explained some negative effects it could have to the economy and impact to the city. Chairman Campbell asked that staff please keep the Board up to date on Amendment 4. 3 __________u J Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting April 13, 2010 ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m. elanie Sibbitt, Deputy City Clerk 4