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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_Planning and Zoning_11/18/2021MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD MEETING VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FL NOVEMBER 18, 2021 5:30 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by Board Chair, Janet Strand at 5:30 p.m. A roll call was taken by Community Development Planner, Osniel Leon. Present were: Board Chair, Janet Strand, Vice Chair Steven Eagen, Board Members Elizabeth Schauer, Leslee Dasher, James Hackett, and Theresa Maggio. Sherry Ambrose was absent. Also present were Village Attorney, Matthew Pritchett and Community Development Director, Nilsa Zacarias. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: Member Schauer made a motion to approve the agenda. Dasher seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2. MOTION: Eagen made a motion to approve the previous meeting minutes of October 21, 2021. Dasher seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0. AGENDA ITEMS 3. SPM 06-21: Application from 236 US HIGHWAY ONE LLC fora site plan modification to change the existing building aesthetics including type of door facing east; the colors of the roof, trims and brick wall; and the landscaping. The subject application also modifies the layout of the previously approved 656 sq. ft. paver deck fronting US Highway 1. The address of the property is 236 S US Highway 1, Tequesta, Florida 33469. Village Attorney, Matthew Pritchett announced the quasi-judicial nature of the item and swore in the Applicant, Dan Siemsen and George Gentile. The Board Members disclosed that there was no ex-parte communication. Mr. Siemsen presented a PowerPoint explaining the nature of his site plan modification at 236 US Highway 1. The presentation included the surrounding land uses, the history of the site, and the comparison of the proposed site plan improvements to the previously approved site plan. Mr. Siemsen explained that the applicant would change the architecture by repainting the roof, adding new trim and brackets, and replacing the existing door with a sliding glass door. There would be no change to the number of seating. Jessica Namath, Tequesta resident and future tenant of at 236 US Highway 1, mentioned that the proposed restaurant would be a place within walking distance that would include native plants. Member Schauer complimented the applicant's proposal for proposing aloe plants. Member Dasher questioned the type of cuisine that would be offered at the restaurant. Ms. Namath stated the menu would be comprised of a wide variety of food. Director Zacarias informed the Board that the application would receive final approval from the Board rather than the Village Council since it is less than $50,000. MOTION: Member Schauer made a motion to approve SPM 06-21. Dasher seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0. 4. SPR 01-21: Application from MASTROIANNI FAMILY HEADQUARTERS LLC fora site plan review to build a four (4) story, 33,274 sq. ft. office building. The application includes a landscaping plan, one (1) monument sign, and other site improvements. The address of the property is 691 N US Highway 1, Tequesta, Florida 33469. Village Attorney, Matthew Pritchett announced the quasi-judicial nature of the item and swore in the Applicant, George Gentile. The Board Members disclosed that there was no ex-parte communication. Member Schauer disclosed that she was present at the Village Council meeting when the Special Exception Use was approved. Member Hackett disclosed he spoke with Community Development Staff regarding the application. Director Zacarias explained that the Village Council approved the subject development for a Special Exception Use with conditions. Then, she read the conditions of approval into the record and explained that staff is recommending the same conditions of approval with the site plan. Attorney Pritchett clarified to the Board that the office building use was already approved by the Village Council at the Special Exception Use hearing. He continued that the Planning and Zoning Board includes aesthetics and landscaping and also provide a recommendation to the Village Council. Mr. Gentile explained that the proposed building would be a single -use building for the Mastroianni Family, which will include some of their classic car collection. Mr. Gentile continued by presenting a PowerPoint explaining the nature of his site plan at 691 N US Highway 1. Mr. Gentile mentioned that the subject site was rezoned to the Mixed Use Zoning District and the previously approved Pelican Square development included both a commercial and residential component. Mr. Gentile explained that the Village Council heard the proposed office twice, once for a conceptual presentation and another for the Special Exception use. Mr. Gentile explained that the second floor of office building would house their classic car collection and would not be used on a leasable basis. He read into the record the definition for gross leasable and gross floor area. Mr. Gentile briefly discussed the architecture and floor plans of the proposed development. Member Schauer questioned the storm -water report, which refers to a four (4)-story car museum. Mr. Gentile clarified that the proposed development is an office building that would include antique cars on the second floor and the report will be edited to reflect this. Member Schauer commented on the amount of landscaping buffering the development from the neighbors to the rear. Mr. Gentile stated the development has more landscape from the previously approved Pelican Square project. Member Dasher questioned whether there would be driving of the antique cars within the office building. Mr. Gentile answered that was a concern by the Fire and Building Department, which was addressed during the review process. Member Hackett questioned the parking and leasable area square footage. Member Hackett was concerned if the development was sold to another owner and the lack of parking for a future owner. Vice Chair Eagen stated he believed that the applicant used the word gross leasable when it is actually net leasable area. Chair Strand questioned the lighting plan and how it would affect the surround neighbors. Mr. Gentile explained that the lighting would not affect the neighbors to the rear and the lights on the property would remain within the property. MOTION: Member Schauer made a motion to recommend approval of SPR 01-21 with the following conditions: 1. It is understood and agreed by the Applicant that this special exception use approval is limited to 14,342.4 square feet of Gross Leasable Area of Professional Office Space. Any future increase to this amount of Gross Leasable Area shall require the Applicant to apply for a modification of this special exception use approval subject to Village Council approval. 2. It is further understood and agreed by the Applicant that as approved, the site contains sufficient off-street parking to permit a modification to this special exception use approval of an additional 3,300 square feet of Gross Leasable Area of Professional Office Space. In the event that more than 3,300 square feet of additional Gross Leasable Area is applied for in the future, the Applicant shall be required to obtain, in addition to a special exception use modification, accommodation for any required additional off-street parking. Dasher seconded the motion. Carried 3-2. 5. Parks Master Plan Presentation Director Zacarias presented a PowerPoint for the Village of Tequesta's Park Master Plan. Director Zacarias informed the Board of the various methods the survey was distributed throughout the Village. She provided the Board with a summary of all the public participation and engagement events for the Parks Master Plan. Ms. Zacarias provided an overview of each of the parks within and outside the Village boundaries. She further explained the process for the Parks Master Plan report, the chapters included within the report and informed the Board that there will be interviews conducted with Tequesta residents and asked if any would be interested. Director Zacarias asked the Board for their opinions on Remembrance Park. Mr. Eagen mentioned he would propose walking trails, native plants/vegetation. Mr. Hackett said he would envision it as a passive park with shade structures. The Board agreed and mentioned some grass/turf with benches, and a dog friendly park. Mr. Hackett mentioned he believed the park should be accessible on both sides of Riverside and Seabrook. The Board emphasized the safety of the subject park. The Board did not believe there was a need for parking on the site. Mayor D'Ambra attended the meeting, and he explained that based on his understanding; there would be the need for parking due to ADA compliance. Chair Strand compared parking at the proposed Remembrance Park to the Blowing Rocks Preserve parking situation. Director Zacarias asked the Board for the input regarding Tequesta Park. Chair Strand explained her experiences at Tequesta Park. Member Hackett questioned how much finances would the Village be interested in investing into Tequesta Park. Mayor D'Ambra answered the Village would like to remove invasive species and replace them with natural species and potentially improve the existing amenities for the Tequesta residents. Member Hackett recommended that the proposed design for Tequesta park include a multipurpose field rather than multiple soccer fields. Director Zacarias requested the Board's input on the Linear Park. Chair Strand and Member Hackett emphasized the need for benches and trashcans. Member Hackett mentioned both sides of Old Dixie have sidewalks that are heavily utilized and believed it would be a good idea to extend it to County Line Road. The Board members suggested potentially including a crosswalk from Linear Park to the opposite side of Old Dixie. STAFF COMMENTS There were no staff comments. PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments. BOARD COMMENTS Member Hackett suggested that Staff provide a recommendation whether variances applications should be approved or denied. Chair Strand disagreed with Member Hackett's recommendation and believed that Staff provides in-depth analysis in their staff reports. Member Schauer mentioned that the Village should consider updating the code regarding fences. Director Zacarias mentioned she has already begun reviewing the code as well as the zoning map. She also explained that the applicant is allowed due process. Attorney Pritchett explained that if there is a staff recommendation for approval or denial and the Board goes against the recommendation then it is a potential ground for appeal. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Member Dasher made a motion to adjourn at 7.38 pm. Member Schauer seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0.