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Home My WebLink About01-08-13MINUTES OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION ACTING AS THE LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY MEETING HELD TUESDAY, JANUARY 8, 2013 CALL TO ORDER Chairman Campbell called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Following a moment of silent meditation and the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, a quorum was declared present. PRESENT: Chairman Campbell, Vice Chairman McKey, Members de la Portilla, Dillard, Marcotte, Morris, Sills, and West. Also present were City Planner Rumer, Principal Planner Fabre, Assistant City Attornev Drage and Recording Clerk Turner. ABSENT: Member(s): Dunn (A /E) CONSENT AGENDA Minutes of the Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting held on Tuesday, December 11, 2012. Member West, seconded by Member Sills, moved to accept the minutes of the December 11, 2012, Planning and Zoning Commission meetin Motion carrie unanimously. OLD BUSINESS - none NEW BUSINESS FOUNDATION OF LIGHTS- PUD REZONING /LAND USE PLAN Principal Planner Fabre gave a brief overview of the proposed project. The subject property is located on the north and south sides of Floral Street, east of Kissimmee Avenue, and west of Cumberland Avenue. The rezoning would be from "R -1A" to Planned Unit Development (PUD) with a corresponding Land Use Plan. The future land use designation for the site is "Institutional" which allows for the proposed uses. Principal Planner Fabre explained that the owner of Foundation of Lights is requesting a PUD zoning in order to allow for existing mosque expansion, daycare, and health clinic. Several exhibits were shown explaining land use, surrounding zoning, and details on the expansion to the existing mosque. The total proposed development will be conducted in two phases. Phase I includes a 5,647 square feet expansion to the existing mosque and parking area improvements. The parking area will consist of 50% grass, and include improvements such as paved drive isles, and paved parking. Phase 2 will consist of a Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting January 8, 2013 4,600 square feet expansion for the existing Great Hall. Uses proposed in existing and future expansions are mosque classrooms, offices, daycare and a health clinic. A height waiver is not needed as the proposed structure is compatible with zoning. Principal Planner Fabre advised the Development Review Committee (DRC) met on January 2, 2013, and voted unanimously to recommend approval of PUD Rezoning and Land use Plan for Foundation of Lights. Staff also recommends that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of the PUD Rezoning and Land Use Plan. DISCUSSION Chairman Campbell inquired if the proposed development of a health clinic would be covered under the current zoning. Principal Planner Fabre explained the PUD Rezoning will make the health clinic viable. He further explained the scope of the health clinic as an outreach program provided to the community by Foundation of Lights. The Public Hearing was opened. Darcy Unroe, the engineer representing the owner Foundation of Lights, introduced himself and gave a brief history of the site. In 2004, Foundation of Lights purchased the property and made several improvements. In 2010, they applied for permits, but due to the health clinic, needed the PUD Rezoning. The proposed plans show the more commercial aspects of the expansion to the west of the property as that area maintains commercial integrity. The expansion closer to residential homes will contain the recreation area. Member Marcotte inquired about the driveways to the property, and Darcy Unroe explained that the driveway to the east is an existing ingress/ egress, but will require definition. The driveway to the west of the property is only proposed and will need to be structured. Member Marcotte also inquired about landscaping plans. Darcy Unroe explained that there are no immediate plans, but buffers around the perimeter and proper landscaping will be provided. Member Sills asked if there will be an ingress/ egress from the alley north of the property, and Darcy Unroe responded that there will not. Chairman Campbell asked if there will be a crosswalk connecting the property to the parking area, and Darcy Unroe explained that a crosswalk is currently there but will need to be defined in order to make it safe. Surat Khan, mosque member, approached the podium and thanked City staff for their assistance during the rehabilitation process of the mosque. 2 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting January 8, 2013 Patricia Gleason, resident, stated she lives close to Foundation of Lights, and is extremely happy with the improvements the mosque has made; however, has concern with the expansion because of the increase in traffic. Her wish is that the City add a sidewalk to increase resident safety. She continued by saying she appreciates the family aspect of the mosque, but the noise level has increased. She wants to know if a buffer can be placed on Cumberland Avenue. Lastly, she inquired if the mosque's new PUD designation will affect home values. Principal Planner Fabre stated the PUD designation can be expanded, but will need to go through the official amendment process. He continued by saying the applicant is expanding the existing sidewalk, and the City does not require more than what is shown on the proposed development. Board discussion ensued regarding extension of the sidewalk, and Chairman Campbell recommended Principal Planner Fabre speak with the City's Public Works Department to address the safety issue. He also suggested plans be reviewed to create a buffer around the recreation area. Member Morris inquired when the increased traffic levels are. Darcy Unroe explained that main services are held on Friday as an all -day event. He continued by explaining that the result of a recent traffic study indicated the expansion will not cause a major impact to the road. Member Morris inquired if the daycare will cause additional traffic issues, and Darcy Unroe explained the daycare is tentative, and if it does happen, will only provide services for approximately 30 children. Carl Shahee Saywackall, mosque member, thanked City staff for their hard work, as well as mosque members and the community. The Public Hearing was closed Chairman Campbell briefly stated he was impressed with the involvement of mosque members. Member Portilla, seconded by Member Dillard, moved the Planni and Zoning C ommission recommend to the Ocoee City Commission app roval for PUD R ezoning/ Land Use Plan for Foundation of Lights Motion carried unanimously. Engineering Standards Manual Principal Planner Rumer briefed the board about the amendment to the Land Development Code (LDC) relative to the construction of public and private facilities through the Engineering Standards Manual. He continued by saying the manual will help streamline development reviews and approvals. Additionally, it will centralize development policies and change requirements the City has made that are either not referenced in the LDC or is in direct conflict with the Code. He continued to say by referencing the manual Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting January 8, 2013 in the Code, changes and revision to specifications can be made without the need to amend the LDC each time a change is necessitated. City Engineer David Wheeler stated the manual is a guideline for direction and requirements for building facilities such as stormwater retention, and water and sewer utility installation. He explained the manual is a stand -alone document for use in capital improvement projects which do not generally follow development projects. The Public Hearing was opened. The Public Hearing was closed. Vice Chai rman McKey, seconded by Member Sills, moved that the Pl annin_g and Zoninq Commission recommend to the Ocoee C►tv Comm ission a pproval for an amend to the Land Development Code Motion carr unan►mous1r. MISCELLANEOUS Project Status Report City Planner Rumer announced the following: 1) City continues to discuss economic development, and future focus will be on brownfield areas, which will provide tax abatement. 2) West Oaks Mall- Meeting with new mall owners concluded the mall will likely be remarketed. 3) Continuing enhancement with the CRA along State Road 50 corridor, and the fountain on Lake Bennett. Future site of CRA signs- Clarke Road and the 4291 Turnpike area. 4) iShopOcoee is receiving representation from the CRA. Additional information on iShopOcoee will be presented at the next meeting. City Planner Rumer informed the board the terms for Members Morris and de la Portilla expire February, 2013. Member de la Portilla indicated he wishes to continue serving, and Member Morris stated he will communicate his intentions soon. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7 p.m. Attest: Tana Turner, Recording Clerk APPROVED r Bradley Campbell, Chairman 4 CITY OF OCOEE 150 N. Lakeshore Drive Ocoee, Florida 34761 407 -905 -3100 SPEAKING RESERVATION FORM City Boards DATE: / /; NAME k A ;LC, ADDRESS 2 - CITY I want to address the Board about_ e nter of Good L C O 3 � ' PHONE # Zvi � 7" E- Mai l ZIP CODE 2 �6�1 Do you have a prepared statement, or other document(s) from which you will address the Board'! Yes No �( if yes, please attach copy of same to this Reservation Form. 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The following time limits to speak are in effect: Public Hearings: petitioner presentation - 15 minutes; c itizen comments - 5 m inutes per speaker; petitioner rebuttal - 5 minutes. - 3 minutes per speaker/per meeting. Open to Public — Citizens Comments shall be governed by the Civility Code (see back of form) All proceedings before the Commission adopted July 1, 2003.