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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDocumentation_Regular_Tab 7A_2/13/1997 1LI- r' VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA • DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT �•' �:' , Post Office Box 3273 • 357 Tequesta Drive s i}�� :f�, Tequesta, Florida 33469-0273.407)575-6220 ,'l� �V . ` Fax: (407)575-6239 cy CO M� VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA COMMUNITY APPEARANCE BOARD MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 4, 1996 I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The Tequesta Community'Appearance Board held a meeting at the Village Hall, 357 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, Florida, on Wednesday, December 4, 1996. The meeting was called to order •at 9:30 A.M. by Chair Leslie Cook. Boardmembers present were: Chair Leslie/ Cook, Vice Chair Vic Strahan, Molly McCormick, and Marcia Nielson. Boardmember Paul Coben arrived at 9:34 A.M. Also in attendance was Joanne McCabe, sitting in for Scott D. Ladd, Clerk of the Board. II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA The agenda was accepted as submitted. • III. COMMUNICATIONS. FROM CITIZENS There were no communications from citizens. IV. APPROVAL OF PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES 1 . The minutes of the Community Appearance Board meeting of October 23, 1996 were accepted as submitted. V. NEW BUSINESS 1. An application from Chief Weinand, Tequesta Fire-Rescue, for the installation of a 12' x 16' , temporary Storage shed to be located behind the existing crew quarters. • Recycled Paper • Community Appearance Board Meeting Minutes December 4 , 1996 Page 2 Chief Weinand commented that the shed selected met the 120 m.p.h. wind standard. Boardmember Nielson made a motion to approve an application fran Chief Weinand, Tequesta Fire-Rescue, for the installation of a 12' x 16' temporary storage shed to be located behind the existing crew quarters. Boardmember McCormick seconded the motion. The vote on the motion was: Leslie Cook - for Vic Strahan - for Molly McCormick - for Marcia Nielson - for The motion was therefore passed and adopted. Boardmember Coben arrived at this point in the meeting, at 9: 34 A.M. 2. An application from Michael's Restaurant, 285 U.S. One South, for the installation of a jade .colored awning addition in front of the restaurant. Chair Cook questioned why the new awning was pitched rather than curved to follow the shape of the existing awnings. Bill Swain, representative for the applicant, responded that the pitched awning might provide better runoff for rain. It was pointed out that from the front one would not be able to tell the awning was not curved, and that the color would match the existing awnings. Chair Cook commented on landscaping in an area that looked bad. Mr. Swain responded that the applicant maintained the landscaping up to the wedding chapel. Discussion ensued regarding ' whether additional landscaping would be needed to soften such a large expanse of awning. The applicant was asked to consider adding an additional palm tree if after the awning was installed the awning expanse appeared too prominent. Mr. Swain stated that if that happened the applicant would provide additional landscaping to hide the awning as much Community Appearance Board Meeting Minutes December 4 , 1996 Page 3 as possible. Boardmember Coben made a motion to approve the application as proposed from Michael' s Restaurant, 285 U.S. One South, for the installation of a jade colored awning addition in front of the restaurant. Vice Chair Strahan seconded the motion. The vote on the motion was: Leslie Cook - for Vic Strahan - for Paul Coben - for Molly McCormick - for Marcia Nielson - for The motion was therefore passed and adopted. The agenda was re-ordered to consider item 5 next, since the representative for item 3 had not yet arrived, and item 4 was anticipated to take more time than item 5. 5. An application from Debra Northsea, Landscape Architect, ' for review of landscape plans for Ordinance #377 for Blair House East, 91 Willow Road. Debra Northsea, Landscape Architect, reviewed the justification for requested waivers: • The development was approved and constructed in 1965 with a total of 13 units, 21 parking spaces, and limited perimeter landscaping on the north, east, and west sides adjacent to the parking. There is one designated space per unit and the remaining spaces are designated for guests. Complying with the parking area landscaping (one island every ten spaces) would require a loss of parking to the residents who already have an existing hardship. • A wood fence exists on a portion of the northern property line and an existing landscape strip of 2- ' to 3' does not meet the minimum of 5' required. The parking bays are at the Village minimum Community Appearance Board Meeting Minutes December 4, 1996 Page 4 allowing• no extra s ace to be dedicated p ded Gated to landscaping to meet the minimum of 5' . • The commercial properties to the east of Blair House are existing and between the properties the landscaping varies +-6 to 7' in width at the parking area of which 2-1/2' to 3' is the Blair House property. No expansion of the planting strip in this area is possible, therefore a 2'- waiver is requested for this planting area. • The perimeter landscape buffer along the NW boundary adjacent to Willow Road is required to be 10' in width and the existing landscape strip varies from +-2' to 9' . Meeting the requirement in this location would require a parking space which would be a hardship. ■ The 5th waiver requested is the 60% indigenous vegetation requirement. The existing planting (trees, palms, shrubs) is at 19% native. With proposed plantings the overall native percentage increases to 30%. The existing plantings are all species from the South Florida Water Management • Plant Guide and 85% of the species used are very hardy, salt tolerant, and wind/drought resistant. There also exists a large variety of plants; namely • 59 species. • The 6th waiver requested is to increase the maximum 50% rule of palms to 59% in this project. With the addition of planting required along the northern buffer, palms would not encroach into the paved area. The addition of these palms increases the percentage to 59%. Discussion ensued regarding the possibility of using lirope instead of lantana. Ms. Northsea explained that if irrigation were added that she might add other species. Vice Chair Strahan made a motion to approve the landscape plans as proposed for Ordinance #377 compliance for Blair Community Appearance Board Meeting Minutes December 4 , 1996 Page 5 House East, 91 Willow Road. Boardmember Coben seconded the motion. The vote on the motion was: Leslie Cook - for Vic Strahan - for Paul Coben - for Molly McCormick - for Marcia Nielson - for The motion was therefore passed and adopted. 3. An application from George G. Gentile & Associates for review of landscape plans for Ordinance #377 compliance for the Jupiter Ambulance Service building, 395 Seabrook Road. Troy Holloway, Landscape Architect with George G. Gentile & Associates, reviewed the following requested waivers: • Access drive width should be 24 ' maximum, 36' is provided. Mr. Holloway explained that the required 24' access drive should be waived due to the importance of ingress/egress for the ambulances. • Landscape strip required should be 4' minimum, none is provided. Mr. Holloway explained that the required 4' strip should be waived due to the lack of room between the south wall of the garage and the south property line. This is done to provide the 24 ' , two-way access drive that is necessary to . access the parking in the rear of the building. A 5' landscape buffer is also provided along the south property line to screen the south side of the garage. • Landscape strip required should be 10' minimum, none is provided. Mr. Holloway explained that the waiver was requested in order to provide the needed 24 ' access drive that serves the parking in the rear. Mr. Holloway explained that the applicant' s budget was • Community Appearance Board Meeting Minutes December 4 , 1996 Page 6 very minimal . Joanne McCabe commented that when Constitution Park was developed that the applicant lost parking, and also cars were unable to pull in from . Seabrook Road. The applicant had submitted plans approximately one year ago, but could not proceed until the Village had completed its work in the right-of-way. The proposed myrsine hedge was discussed, and a decision was made to change the hedge material to Simpson stopper. Vice Chair Strahan pointed out that the existing chalcas hedge was covered with some type of creeper which should be removed, and the Ixora in front of the building needed to be replaced. Chair Cook commented that the landscaping at the Village Recreation Center building looked bad. Code Enforcement Officer Davis reported that he was trying to contact the administrator of the hospital to get the . applicant' s rear property mowed, since the grass was approximately 24 inches high. Mr. Holloway agreed to contact the proper parties at the hospital to get the mowing done. Mr-Holloway commented that the asphalt in front of the doors ,on the north side of the building would be removed and replaced with grass and a concrete pad. Vice Chair Strahan' requested that something be 'done to the northwest corner to provide a buffer from the park, to which Ms. McCabe responded that was not an item required by-code. Mr. Holloway explained that existing trees outside the parking lot area would remain. Vice Chair Strahan suggested that weeds be removed from holes in the asphalt next to the building and ficus vines be planted in a couple of them. Mr. Holloway explained. that the vines would damage the stucco. Vice Chair Strahan stressed that it was important to have landscaping on the southern perimeter to provide a buffer. Vice Chair Strahan made a motion to approve the landscape plans for Ordinance #377 compliance for the Jupiter • .Ambulance Service building, 395 Seabrook Road, with the proviso that maintenance shall be improved on the existing green area and plants; that existing Chalcas and Ixora shall be replaced if necessary at the discretion of • the applicant with plants that require less maintenance; that myrsine shall be changied to Simpson stopper on the • Community Appearance Board Meeting Minutes December 4 , 1996 Page 7 proposed plan; and that the applicant shall contact the hospital regarding cleaning up the rear area of the property. Boardmember Coben seconded the motion. The vote on the motion was: Leslie Cook - for Vic Strahan - for Paul Coben - for Molly McCormick - for Marcia Nielson - for The motion was therefore passed and adopted. 4 . An application from Cotleur Hearing, Inc. , for review of landscape plans for Ordinance #377 compliance for Village Square Shopping Center, 221-289 U.S. One South. Landscape Architect Donaldson Hearing introduced property manager Bob Crumm, both of whom were representin4 the applicant. Mr. Hearing commented that there were existing fixed rate leases with tenants so that there was no possibiity of cost recovery for the landscaping improvements; and that visibility was a major concern • for retail tenants. Mr. Hearing discussed the parking issue, and explained that according to the parking code which the applicant had been given, 120 spaces were required based on the 12, 000 square feet of restaurants in the shopping center, in addition to 240 for the remaining area, or a total of 360; and there were only 305 spaces existing. Ms. McCabe explained that shopping center parking spaces were all calculated for the shopping center itself, not for the restaurants. Mr. Hearing explained that the concern of the property manager representing the property owner was that in the event the owner wanted to sell that the parking would not be adequate to meet minimum code. Discussion ensued regarding the fact that the parking lot was never full. Mr. Hearing stated that the applicant wished to go on record that the number of parking spaces decided upon at today' s meeting was determined to be sufficient and consistent with the code as of this date. Community Appearance Board Meeting Minutes December 4, 1996 Page 8 • Vice Chair Strahan explained that since this property could not meet all of the requirements of Ordinance #377 that compromises must be made on both sides and there was no point in standing behind the parking situation and saying that no spaces could be given up; that there was a day shift and a night shift regarding use of parking, and he had never seen the parking lot full. Mr. Strahan explained that the Board and the applicant would agree on revisions to the plan by compromise on both sides, and that when compromise was reached, the plan would be revised, and a new purchaser could be told that the Village of Tequesta had approved the revised plan as of. a specific date. Vice Chair Strahan commented that visibility of the stores from U.S. One would still be adequate even if a thousand trees were added, because of the enormous expanse along U.S. One, Chair Cook commented that visibility could be preserved by installing taller trees. Mr. Hearing explained that at the rear a black chain-link fence with slats and a hedge was proposed, that it was not possible to landscape a 4-foot strip next to the building, that a hedge was proposed along U.S. One, that irrigation was to be repaired, that islands with trees along the U.S. One frontage were. proposed, and that improved circulation was proposed. Discussion ensued regarding the rear of the property and the proposed . hedge and fence. Boardmember McCormick questioned whether that would help provide security and whether security was being addressed. Mr. Hearing explained that clearing the area of Brazilian pepper ' might deter crime, but that the applicant' s purpose was to create a buffer. Code Enforcement Officer Davis commented that no matter what was done, the rear would still be used as an escape route, and unless the rear area was completely fenced in that crime would not be deterred. During discussion, Mr. Hearing explained that wax myrtles were proposed along with the hedge and fence in order to provide a denser buffer, and agreed to increase the size of the proposed cocoplum hedge plants and to plant them 2 feet on center. Community Appearance Board Meeting Minutes December 4, 1996 Page 9 A Eugenia 'hedge was proposed for the front of the shopping center. Mr. Hearing explained that all landscaping would be irrigated. Ms. McCabe commented that Mr. Preston had indicated that existing bubblers on trees maintained by the Village along U.S. One would remain. Boardmember McCormick commented that this shopping center could be a showcase for the Village, which would increase the value of the property as well. Mr. Crumm commented that plants did not increase property value. Discussion ensued regarding how excellent landscaping was used in DiVosta projects, making them very desirable to purchasers. Mr. Hearing described the landscaping improvements proposed throughout the shopping center including lining up parking spaces to improve traffic circulation, and explained that no landscaping was proposed within the central parking area because pavement would have to be removed in order to add irrigation. Mr. Hearing requested that any terminal islands requested by the Board be planted with materials that needed no irrigation to avoid the expense of removing pavement. Vice Chair Strahan indicated that other applicants had been required to remove pavement and that this applicant must compromise. It was suggested that irrigation could be extended only to specific points. ' Lengthy discussion ensued during which islands with Sabal palms and spider lilies were designed and marked on the plan. Also discussed at length was the possibility of adding an island with trees at the southwest corner of the building as requested by Vice Chair Strahan; however, a consensus could not be reached whether this would be aesthetically pleasing. It was suggested that this island be revisited without expense to the applicant after all other improvements had been made. After the discussion, Vice Chair Strahan stated that he would withdraw his request for that island. Chair Cook commented that if the applicant decided that the island could be added that the Board would be agreeable. Boardmember Coben made a motion to approve the landscape plans for Ordinance #377 compliance for Village Square Shopping Center, 221-289 U.S. One South, with the • Community Appearance Board Meeting Minutes December 4 , 1996 Page 10 following revisions: 1 . The rear property line is to have a 5-foot high black vinyl chain-link fence with black slats. Landscaping to be on outside of the fence. Cocoplum hedge to be planted at 24 inch height and 24 inches on center. 2. Three curbed terminal landscape islands shall be added to the parking lot. Two 13' .x 40' irrigated landscape islands will be planted at the center entrance to the shopping center, each with three Sabel palms and Spider lily groundcover. One unirrigated curbed landscape island will be planted at the north end of the interior parking strip, consisting of two parking spaces and one space containing an existing light pole. 3. An additional 9' x 40' unirriaated curbed landscape island shall be added to the interior line of parking near Blockbuster Video. 4. Three interior spaces with existing light fixtures will be planted with Spider lily. These will be uncurbed and unirrigated. 5. At the southwest corner of the property, a 9' x 18' parking apace will be incorporated into the proposed landscape area to be planted with Ilex . Vomitoria. 6. The Board approved planting a Eugenia hedge at 30 inches on center along U.S. Highway One. 7. Applicant shall submit revised drawings with the parking calculated at correct percentages and correct plant and palm tree numbers including new plantings and trees. During discussion of the motion, Chair Cook clarified that in regard to the applicant's suggestion that the • Community Appearance Board Meeting Minutes December 4 , 1996 Page 11 • Village contact DOT regarding a • hedge that was the responsibility of the applicant. Boardmember McCormick seconded the motion. The vote on the motion was: Leslie Cook - for Vic Strahan - for Paul Coben - for Molly McCormick - for Marcia Nielson - for The motion was therefore passed and adopted. Mr. Crumm explained that improvements would be started after the season had ended. VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Chair Cook questioned why palm trees had been--removed from the Tequesta Oaks plan, and was told that the,'oaks were considered more in keeping with their theme. Boardmember Nielson commented on how good McCarthy' s business was and reported they had served 1100 customers on Thanksgiving. VII. ANY OTHER MATTERS Chair Cook commented on the large billboard on the east side of U.S. One. Boardmember Coben explained that was on county property and that the Village had appealed to the county years ago with no results. The Board agreed that large billboards were not needed in the area and supported Chair Cook' s proposal 'to contact the Mayor to request that he approach the county. • Chair Cook indicated she would do a spot check of plants planted by the Village which had died, and would provide a list to Gary Preston. Boardmember McCormick requested that Mr. Preston be asked • when the sidewalk overlay at the end of Tequesta Drive would be completed. Community Appearance Board Meeting Minutes December 4 , 1996 Page 12 Chair Cook stated that something needed to be done with all the landscaping around the ENCON stations, which should be considered at a future meeting. Chair Cook questioned whether the sewer issue had been resolved, and commented she would talke to Mayor Mackail to find out. Vice Chair Strahan questioned whether the trees removed at the corner of Old Dixie Highway and Village Boulevard would be replaced. Code Enforcement Officer Davis explained that nothing in the Village code required replacement of vegetation on undeveloped land. Boardmember Nielson commented that Sterling House looked nice. Code Enforcement Officer Davis reported that Tequesta Motor Cars had been found guilty of noncompliance with Ordinance #377 by the Special Master and had been given 90 days to bring the landscaping back to site plan standard; and shortly-- thereafter to move forward to appear before the \. Community Appearance Board. Owner Bob Walsh had appeared before the Special Master at the last hearing, and had indicated that they would reopen as a dealership for both ' new and used vehicles. VI I. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 11: 52 A.M. Respectfully submitted, Betty Laur Recording Secretary ATTEST: P.041•00an J• :E e McCabe C{��.4:- ing Clerk of the Board Community Appearance Board Meeting Minutes December 4 , 1996 Page 13 DATE APPROVED: