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Update on Land Development Regulations Recommended as part of the Master Corridor Plan
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Proposed Text for the Village of Tequesta
11/27/23 - DRAFT
OVERLAYS CODE TEXT AMENDMENT
Newly proposed text has been highlighted yellow and placed in red font
Sec. 78-4. - Definitions.
Retail food establishment means any fixed or mobile place or facility at or in which food or
beverage is offered or prepared for retail sale or for service. The definition includes restaurants,
fast food restaurants, carryout restaurants and drive-in restaurants. A cafeteria shall be
deemed a restaurant for purposes of this chapter.
(1) Restaurant
(6) Restaurant, formula means any establishment that is one of a chain or group of three or
more restaurants in the nation, and which satisfies at least two of the following three
descriptions:
(1) It has the same or similar name, trade name, or trademark as others in the chain or
group;
(2) It has standardized and limited menus, ingredients, food and beverage preparation;
(3) It offers any of the following characteristics in a style that is distinctive to and
standardized among the chain or group:
a. Exterior design or architecture;
b. Interior design; or
C. uniforms, except that a personal identification or simple logo will not render
the clothing a uniform.
Overlay District means an area of land for which there are uniform regulations governing the
use of buildings and premises, density of development, yard requirements, and height
limitations. layered on top of another existing zoning district, additional standards to all areas
within a defined overlay boundary,
Open space, civic means an outdoor area that is maintained as an urban amenity and is
accessible to the general public. Civic open spaces typically take the form of a green, a plaza,
a playground, a square, or others.
Retail sales and service means the selling of goods in small quantities directly to the consumer
in establishments which provide a service or offer a product to the general public. This includes
a pharmacy which means a retail establishment primarily offering goods for retail sale on-site
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dispensing of prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs or both. A retail pharmacy may also
offer accessory services such as photo processing, eyeglass care, etc. This does not include a
medical marijuana treatment center or medical marijuana treatment center dispensing facility
which are specifically defined and provided for as separate and distinct uses.
(1) Large scale retail sales and services means retail and/or service uses that are regional
(beyond village limits) serving in nature as opposed to small scale retail sales and
services which are local (village) serving in nature. Large scale retail sales and services
are tenant areas or individually owned units in excess of 5,000 square feet. (Please note,
the existing definition includes regional retail and/or services uses. Please clarify if staff
needs to include a definition for formula retail)
ARTICLE VI. - SCHEDULE OF DISTRICT REGULATIONS
Secs. 78-181-78-220. - Reserved.
DIVISION 3. —OVERLAY DISTRICTS
Sec. 78-1xx. Tequesta Drive Overlay.
Please note, this map will not be included in the code text amendment. However, a zoning
map amendment will be required to include this overlay.
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(a) Purpose and intent. The Tequesta Drive Overlay is established to preserve and protect
the character, aesthetics, and uses permitted within the corridor while providing the
opportunity for limited retail and service uses in a manner convenient to and yet not
disruptive to residential areas.
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(b) Design. Aesthetic considerations are encouraged within the Teguesta Drive Overlay as
set forth by the Commercial Corridor Master Plan by Treasure Coast Regional Planning
Council.
(c) Streets. Streets within the Teguesta Drive Overlay shall be designated as primary and
secondary streets. Teguesta Drive and Cypress Drive shall be the only designated
primary streets while all other streets are designated as secondary streets.
(d) Location of building and off-street parking.
(1) Building Location.
a. Front Setback. The maximum setback shall be 20 feet. The following frontage
types may encroach into the front setback in the Teguesta Drive Overlay: Porch,
Stoops, Shopfront, Forecourt, and Shopfronts.
Teguesta Drive Overlay
Permitted Frontage Types Setback Encroachment
Stoops 4 feet
Shopfront 4 feet
Porches 4 feet
Forecourt 4 feet
b. Front facade for third story and above must have front setback of eight (8) to
twelve (12) feet in addition to minimum.
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32' Overall Setback
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(2) Location of off-street parking
a. Parking is not permitted in the front setbacks or in the side setbacks facing
streets, parks, or civic open spaces. The diagrams following is for illustrative
purposes. It represents minimum requirements and should be considered as a
guideline only.
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Figure 1: Building Fronting two (2) Primary Streets
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Figure 3: Building Fronting Primary Streets, Secondary Streets, and Alleyways
b. Surface parking lots shall be screened from public view, when possible, by either
buildings or landscaping.
c. Per 78-708 of the Village Code of Ordinances, alternatives for meeting required
number of parking spaces are encouraged.
(d) Formula Restaurants and Drive Through Buildings.
(1) Formula Restaurants and Drive Through Buildings are prohibited in the Teguesta Drive
Overlay.
(e) Civic open space and landscaping.
(1) Amount required. New development or additions of gross floor area equal to 20 percent
or more to existing buildings shall provide civic open space equal to five percent of the total
site's square footage.
(2) Landscape buffers on the front and side may be reduced by no greater than 25% of
each side to accommodate civic open space.
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(3) Types of civic open spaces. Civic open space shall be designed as one of the
following types, which shall be identified on the site plan:
(a) Green. A green is at least 1,500 square feet in size and adjoins streets on at least
two sides or a street and a pedestrian passageway or main building entry. Greens are
designed primarily for passive uses, consisting primarily of lawn with either formally or
informally arranged landscaping.
(b) Plaza. A plaza is at least 1,500 square feet in size and adjoins streets on at least
two sides or a street and a pedestrian passageway or main building entry. Plazas are
mostly hardscaped with formally arranged landscaping and a water feature.
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(c) Playground. A playground is at least 2,500 square feet in size. Playgrounds
provide children's play equipment and shaded seating. Playgrounds adjoin a street on
at least one side and the configuration should ensure easy surveillance of the area from
adjacent buildings and streets.
(d) Square. A square is at least 10,000 square feet and adjoins streets on at least
three sides. Squares may be up to 50 percent hardscaped, with formal landscaping.
Squares accommodate both passive uses and community gatherings.
(e) Attached Green. An attached green is generally 2,000 to 6,000 square feet and
spans the entire length of a block. Attached greens shall be at least 30 feet wide and
are appropriate on the short end of a block. Attached greens are primarily lawns with
formally arranged landscaping.
(f) For civic open space requirements less than 250 square feet, the space shall
incorporate elements such as: fountain, living wall, mural, or sculpture facing a street
or a pedestrian passageway.
(1) Forecourt. A forecourt is an open area in front of the main building
entrance(s) designed as a small garden or plaza. Low walls or balustrades no
higher than three feet six inches in height may enclose the forecourt. Forecourt
walls are constructed of similar material as the principal building or are
composed of a continuous, maintained hedge. A forecourt may afford access to
one or more first floor residential dwelling units or incorporate storefronts for
commercial uses. The forecourt is suitable for outdoor seating for residents or
restaurants. Forecourts are typically associated with multifamily, mixed-use, and
commercial buildings.
2. Pedestrian passageway. A pedestrian passageway is open to the sky
connecting the front of the property to the rear, at least ten feet in width, and
containing a minimum of 50% pervious, landscaped area, with decorative
elements of interest, such as benches, trellises, sculptures, and water features
which complement the design style of the building. Outdoor use areas may be
provided adjacent to but not within the minimum required pedestrian
passageway area.
Sec. 78-2xx. US Highway 1 Overlay.
Please note, this map will not be included in the code text amendment. However, a zoning
map amendment will be required to include this overlay.
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(a) Purpose and intent. The US Highway 1 Overlay is established to encourage and provide
for an enhanced physical appearance through increased landscaping of public and
private propertV; clustering of complementary uses throughout various locations within
the corridor; and construction of pedestrian oriented facilities in both public and private
realms within the US Highway 1 commercial corridor.
(b) Design. Aesthetic considerations are encouraged within the US Highway 1 Overlay as set
forth by the Commercial Corridor Master Plan by Treasure Coast Regional Planning
Council.
(c) Streets. Streets within the US Highway 1 Overlay shall be designated as primary and
secondary streets. Teguesta Drive and US HighwaV 1 shall be the only designated
primarV streets while all other streets are designated as secondary streets.
(d) Location of building and off-street parking.
(1) Building Location.
a. Front Setback. The maximum setback shall be 20 feet for properties east of US
Highway 1. The following frontage types may encroach into the front setback in the
US Highway 1 Drive Overlay: Stoops, Shopfront, Bracket Balcony, and Forecourt.
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US Highway 1 Overlay
Permitted Frontage Types Setback Encroachment
Stoops 4 feet
Shopfront 4 feet
Bracket Balcony 4 feet
Forecourt 4 feet
b. Front facade for third story and above must have front setback of eight (8) to
twelve (12) feet in addition to minimum.
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32' Overall Setback LT 71,
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(2) Location of off-street parking
a. For properties on the east side of US Highway 1, parking is not permitted in the
front setbacks or in the side setbacks facing streets, parks, or civic open spaces. The
diagrams following is for illustrative purposes. It represents minimum requirements
and should be considered as a guideline only.
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Figure 1: Building Fronting two (2) Primary Streets
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Figure 3: Building Fronting Primary Streets, Secondary Streets, and Alleyways
b. Surface parking lots are discouraged and shall be screened from sight where
Possible by either buildings or landscaping.
c. Shared parking is encouraged pursuant to section 78-708 of the Village Code of
Ordinances.
(d) Formula Restaurants and Drive Through Buildings.
(1) Drive throughs are permitted in the side and rear of the building and shall screened from
public view by landscaping.
(2) Full-service fuel stations or gasoline service stations shall only be located within the US
Highway 1 Overlay. Full-service fuel stations or gasoline service stations shall be located a
minimum of 500 lineal feet from existing or previously approved stations.
(3) Drive throughs are prohibited in the front of the building except for full-service fuel
stations, which must be screened from public view.
(e) Civic open space and landscaping.
(1) Amount required. New development or additions of gross floor area equal to 20 percent
or more to existing buildings shall provide civic open space equal to five percent of the total
site's square footage.
(2) Landscape buffers on the front and side may be reduced by no greater than 25% of each
side to accommodate civic open space.
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(3) Types of civic open spaces. Civic open space shall be designed as one of the
following types, which shall be identified on the site plan:
(a) Green. A green is at least 1,500 square feet in size and adjoins streets on at least
two sides or a street and a pedestrian passageway or main building entry. Greens are
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designed primarily for passive uses, consisting primarily of lawn with either formally or
informally arranged landscaping.
(b) Plaza. A plaza is at least 1,500 square feet in size and adjoins streets on at least
two sides or a street and a pedestrian passageway or main building entry. Plazas are
mostly hardscaped with formally arranged landscaping and a water feature.
(c) Playground. A playground is at least 2,500 square feet in size. Playgrounds
provide children's play equipment and shaded seating. Playgrounds adjoin a street on
at least one side and the configuration should ensure easy surveillance of the area from
adjacent buildings and streets.
(d) Square. A square is at least 10,000 square feet and adjoins streets on at least
three sides. Squares may be up to 50 percent hardscaped, with formal landscaping.
Squares accommodate both passive uses and community gatherings.
(e) Attached Green. An attached green is generally 2,000 to 6,000 square feet and
spans the entire length of a block. Attached greens shall be at least 30 feet wide and
are appropriate on the short end of a block. Attached greens are primarily lawns with
formally arranged landscaping.
(f) For civic open space requirements less than 250 square feet, the space shall
incorporate elements such as: fountain, living wall, mural, or sculpture facing a street
or a pedestrian passageway.
(1) Forecourt. A forecourt is an open area in front of the main building
entrance(s) designed as a small garden or plaza. Low walls or balustrades no
higher than three feet six inches in height may enclose the forecourt. Forecourt
walls are constructed of similar material as the principal building or are
composed of a continuous, maintained hedge. A forecourt may afford access to
one or more first floor residential dwelling units or incorporate storefronts for
commercial uses. The forecourt is suitable for outdoor seating for residents or
restaurants. Forecourts are typically associated with multifamily, mixed-use, and
commercial buildings.
2. Pedestrian passageway. A pedestrian passageway is open to the sky
connecting the front of the property to the rear, at least ten feet in width, and
containing a minimum of 50% pervious, landscaped area, with decorative
elements of interest, such as benches, trellises, sculptures, and water features
which complement the design style of the building. Outdoor use areas may be
provided adjacent to but not within the minimum required pedestrian
passageway area.
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Sec. 78-215. Village Center Overlay.
Please note, this map will not be included in the code text amendment. However, a zoning
map amendment will be required to include this overlay.
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(a) Purpose and intent. The Village Center Overlay is established to encourage architectural
character and a diversity of uses such as residential, commercial, civic spaces while providing
a pedestrian friendly environment, and connectivity between Teguesta Drive, Bridge Road
and Old Dixie Highway.
Design. Aesthetic considerations are encouraged within the Village Center Overlay as set
forth by the Commercial Corridor Master Plan by Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council.
(c) Streets. Streets within the Village Center Overlay shall be designated as primary and
secondary streets. Teguesta Drive, Bridge Road, Old Dixie Highway, and Main Street shall be
the only designated primary streets while all other streets are designated as secondary
streets.
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(d) Location of building and off-street parking.
(1) Building Location
Front Setback. The maximum setback shall be 20 feet. The following frontage types
may encroach into the front setback in the Village Center Overlay: Stoops, Shopfront,
Bracket Balcony, and Forecourt.
Village Center Overia
Permitted Frontage Types Setback Encroachment
Stoops 4 feet(not permitted in Main Street)
Shopfront 4 feet
Bracket Balcony 4 feet(not permitted on Main Street)
Forecourt 4 feet
Arcades 4 feet(not permitted on Old Dixie)
Front facade for third story and above must have front setback of eight (8) to
twelve (12) feet in addition to minimum.
Property Line
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32' Overall Setback LT 71,
28' Overall Setback Level
12' 3
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(2) Location of off-street parking
a. Parking is not permitted in the front setbacks or in the side setbacks facing streets,
parks, or civic open spaces.
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b. Surface parking lots shall be screened from sight where possible by either buildings
or landscaping.
c. Shared parking is encouraged pursuant to section 78-708 of the Village Code of
Ordinances.
(d) Formula Restaurants and Drive Through Buildings.
(1) Formula Restaurants and Drive Through Buildings are prohibited in the Village
Center Overlay.
(e) Civic open space and landscaping.
(1) Amount required. New development or additions of gross floor area equal to 20
percent or more to existing buildings shall provide civic open space equal to five
percent of the total site's square footage.
(2) Landscape buffers on the front and side may be reduced by no greater than 25% of
each side to accommodate civic open space.
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(3) Types of civic open spaces. Civic open space shall be designed as one of the
following types, which shall be identified on the site plan:
(a) Green. A green is at least 1,500 square feet in size and adjoins streets on at least
two sides or a street and a pedestrian passageway or main building entry. Greens are
designed primarily for passive uses, consisting primarily of lawn with either formally or
informally arranged landscaping.
(b) Plaza. A plaza is at least 1,500 square feet in size and adjoins streets on at least
two sides or a street and a pedestrian passageway or main building entry. Plazas are
mostly hardscaped with formally arranged landscaping and a water feature.
(c) Playground. A playground is at least 2,500 square feet in size. Playgrounds
provide children's play equipment and shaded seating. Playgrounds adjoin a street on
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at least one side and the configuration should ensure easy surveillance of the area from
adjacent buildings and streets.
(d) Square. A square is at least 10,000 square feet and adjoins streets on at least
three sides. Squares may be up to 50 percent hardscaped, with formal landscaping.
Squares accommodate both passive uses and community gatherings.
(e) Attached Green. An attached green is generally 2,000 to 6,000 square feet and
spans the entire length of a block. Attached greens shall be at least 30 feet wide and
are appropriate on the short end of a block. Attached greens are primarily lawns with
formally arranged landscaping.
(f) For civic open space requirements less than 250 square feet, the space shall
incorporate elements such as: fountain, living wall, mural, or sculpture facing a street
or a pedestrian passageway.
(1) Forecourt. A forecourt is an open area in front of the main building
entrance(s) designed as a small garden or plaza. Low walls or balustrades no
higher than three feet six inches in height may enclose the forecourt. Forecourt
walls are constructed of similar material as the principal building or are
composed of a continuous, maintained hedge. A forecourt may afford access to
one or more first floor residential dwelling units or incorporate storefronts for
commercial uses. The forecourt is suitable for outdoor seating for residents or
restaurants. Forecourts are typically associated with multifamily, mixed-use, and
commercial buildings.
2. Pedestrian passageway. A pedestrian passageway is open to the sky
connecting the front of the property to the rear, at least ten feet in width, and
containing a minimum of 50% pervious, landscaped area, with decorative
elements of interest, such as benches, trellises, sculptures, and water features
which complement the design style of the building. Outdoor use areas may be
provided adjacent to but not within the minimum required pedestrian
passageway area.
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