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Home My WebLink AboutDocumentation_Planning and Zoning_Tab 01_4/16/2026 Agenda Item #1. tj� i fs 1 L 4 4 MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD MEETING VILLAGE OF TEQU ESTA, FL FEBRUARY 19, 2026 5:30 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by Board Chair, Leslee Dasher at 5:30 p.m. A roll call was taken by Community Development Planner, Meg Wyble. Present were: Member Jeanne McEldowney, Member Elizabeth Schauer, Member Sherry Ambrose, Vice- Chair Theresa Maggio, and Chair Leslee Dasher. Late were: Alternate Jared Gaylord APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: Member Elizabeth Schauer made a motion to approve the agenda as presented; Member Jeanne McEldowney seconded the motion. Carried (5-0). APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of January 15, 2026 Planning and Zoning Board Minutes MOTION: Vice-Chair Maggio made a motion to approve the January 15, 2026 meeting minutes as presented; Member Schauer seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0. AGENDA ITEMS 2. Planning and Zoning Board Sitting as the Local Planning Agency: ORDINANCE 02-26: AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF A 10- YEAR WATER SUPPLY FA CILI TIES WORK PLAN PURSUANT TO SUBSECTION 163.3177(6)(c), FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO ITS COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT PLAN IN ORDER TO IMPLEMENT THE WORK PLAN; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES WITHIN THE VARIOUS ELEMENTS OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND PROVIDING FOR INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION OF THE REGIONAL WATER SUPPLY PLAN WITH ADJACENT LOCAL GOVERNMENTS; PROVIDING FOR TRANSMITTAL TO THE STATE LAND PLANNING AGENCY; Pageeefiof 605 Agenda Item #1. 01 tj� PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE AND A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. Staff presented an Ordinance adopting the Village of Tequesta 10-Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan pursuant to Florida Statutes and amending the Comprehensive Plan accordingly. Community Development staff presented the 2025 update to the Water Supply Facilities Work Plan. The presentation included: • Current Water Use Permit allocation: 4.37 million gallons per day (MGD) (expires 2031) • Public Water System treatment capacity: 6.33 MGD • Existing demand (2021): 3.39 MGD • Projected demand (2045): 3.7 MGD Staff confirmed the Village has sufficient permitted withdrawal capacity and treatment infrastructure to meet projected demand through 2045. No major operational changes, service area expansions, or level-of-service modifications are proposed. The Comprehensive Plan amendments were described as housekeeping updates to reflect current data and planning horizons. Board discussion included: • Clarification regarding future well permits (R-5 Floridan and Well 28 surficial). • Inquiry regarding remaining asbestos cement water mains. Staff will follow up with Utilities. • General discussion regarding population projections and regional coordination. Public Comment: Board Alternate, Marie Sapirie raised questions regarding population growth projections, regional water planning coordination, and conservation practices. MOTION: Member Schauer made a motion to recommend Ordinance 02-26 (10-year Water Supply Facilities Work plan) to the Village Council for review. Member Ambrose seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0. 3. Planning and Zoning Board Sitting as the Local Planning Agency: ORDINANCE 03-26: AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 14. BUILDING AND BUILDING REGULATIONS; PROVIDING MULTIPLE RECOMMENDED BUILDING AND BUILDING REGULATION CODE UPDATES;AMENDING CHAPTER 14 AT ARTICLE I. — IN GENERAL TO MODIFY CONSTRUCTION WORK HOURS; AT ARTICLE IV CREATING A NEW GREEN BUILDING INCENTIVE PROGRAM; AT ARTICLE Vlll. — CONSTRUCTION SITE MAINTENANCE REQUIRING TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION SITE FENCING; CREATING ARTICLE X. — MINIMUM HOUSING STANDARDS WHICH SPECIFIES MINIMUM HOUSING STANDARDS; PROVIDING THAT EACH AND EVERY OTHER SECTION AND SUBSECTION OF CHAPTER 14. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS SHALL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT AS PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE; A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AND AUTHORITY TO CODIFY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. Page(fed 605 Agenda Item #1. 01 tj� Staff presented Ordinance 03-26 amending Chapter 14, Building and Building Regulations, including: • Correction to construction hours language (Saturday start time correction) • Creation of a Green Building Incentive Program • Codification of temporary construction fencing and silt fence requirements • Removal of proposed Minimum Housing Standards section (to avoid duplication with adopted International Property Maintenance Code) Staff presented a proposed Green Building Incentive Program offering: • Expedited plan review and inspections • Tiered permit fee reductions based on certification level (LEED, FGBC, National Green Building Standard, Energy Star) Board discussion included: • Clarification of extension timelines for green certification compliance • Construction site restoration standards • Composting and rodent control concerns (noted existing I PMC enforcement) • Dryer vent safety concerns (covered under applicable codes) Public Comment: Board Alternate, Marie Sapirie indicated comments were no longer necessary after staff clarified the Minimum Housing Standards section would be stricken. MOTION: Member Schauer made a motion to recommend review of Ordinance No. 03- 26 to Village Council, with Sections 14-201 through 14-212 stricken and minor scrivener corrections as noted by staff. Member McEldowney seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0. 4. Planning and Zoning Board Sitting as the Local Planning Agency: ORDINANCE 04-26: AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 22. — COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT; PROVIDING MULTIPLE RECOMMENDED COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE UPDATES; AMENDING CHAPTER 22 AT ARTICLE Il. — COMMUNITY APPEARANCE; AT SECTION 22-53. — POWERS AND DUTIES; ADDING SPECIAL EXCEPTION REVIEW THE PLANNING AND ZONING BOARDS RESPONSIBILITIES; AT SECTION 22-55; AUTHORIZING NOTICE TO BE PUBLISHED ON VILLAGE'S PUBLIC NOTICE BOARD; PROVIDING THAT EACH AND EVERY OTHER SECTION AND SUBSECTION OF CHAPTER 22. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SHALL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT AS PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE; A SEVERABILI TY CLAUSE, AND AUTHORITY TO CODIFY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. Staff presented an Ordinance amending Chapter 22 to: • Authorize use of the State Public Notice Portal in lieu of newspaper publication • Add Special Exception review to the Planning and Zoning Board's responsibilities Pagee*cg 605 Agenda Item #1. 01 Draft j� (with limited exemption for formula business tenant changes) Staff explained the State now permits public notice via online portal, reducing publication costs. The amendment also aligns the PZB review process with common municipal practice by allowing the Board to make recommendations on Special Exceptions. MOTION: Member Schauer made a motion to recommend review of Ordinance 04-26 to the Village Council. Member McEldowney seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5- 0. 5. Planning and Zoning Board Sitting as the Local Planning Agency: ORDINANCE 05-26: AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 22. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT; ARTICLE Ill. — REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS REQUIRING VILLAGE COUNCIL REVIEW OF REASONABLE ACCOMODATION REQUESTS, CLARIFYING REQUIREMENTS FOR RECOVERY RESIDENCES AND REQUIRING COMPLIANCE WITH MINIMUM HOUSING STANDARDS; PROVIDING THAT EACH AND EVERY OTHER SECTION AND SUBSECTION OF CHAPTER 22. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT. SHALL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT AS PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE; A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AND AUTHORITY TO CODIFY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. Staff presented Ordinance 05-26 amending Chapter 22 regarding Reasonable Accommodation procedures for certified recovery residences pursuant to State law. Staff explained: • State statute requires municipalities to adopt review procedures by January 1, 2026. • Requests must be processed within statutory timeframes (60 days). • The revised process provides for Village Council review rather than staff-level approval. • Appeals may be directed to a Special Magistrate. • Annual inspection authority included. Board discussion included: • Clarification of 45-day staff report timeline • Applicability to various housing scenarios • Enforcement of general regulations (parking, noise, etc.) • Consideration of inspection language to ensure compliance oversight Staff recommended revising reference language to the International Property Maintenance Code. Public Comment: Board Alternate, Marie Sapirie, requested clarification regarding inspection frequency and compliance monitoring. MOTION: Member Ambrose made a motion A motion was made to recommend Village PaPeg'eo# 605 Agenda Item #1. 01 Draft j� Council review of Ordinance No. 05-26 as amended by staff to reference the International Property Maintenance Code and as described during the meeting. Member McEldowney seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0. STAFF COMMENTS Staff provided updates regarding: • A revised development proposal at the County Line Road property (24 single-family homes proposed). • Tequesta Country Club approval. • Station 11 exterior color selection. PUBLIC COMMENTS BOARD COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Member Elizabeth Schauer made a motion to adjourn, Member Jeanne McEldowney seconded the motion. Carried (5-0). Jay Hubsch, AICP Pale 605 Agenda Item #1. tj� i fs 1 L 4 4 MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD MEETING VILLAGE OF TEQU ESTA, FL JANUARY 15, 2026 5:30 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by Board Chair, Leslee Dasher at 5:30 p.m. A roll call was taken by Community Development Planner, Meg Wyble. Present were: Alt. 1 Member Marie Sapirie, Alt. 3 Member Jared Gaylord, Member Sherry Ambrose, Vice- Chair Theresa Maggio, and Chair Leslee Dasher. Late were: Alt. seat 3 Fred Lissauer 6:00pm. Absent were: Member Jeanne McEldowney and Member Elizabeth Schauer. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Vice-Chair Theresa Maggio made a motion to approve the agenda as presented, Member Sherry Ambrose seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Planning and Zoning Board - Nov 20 2025 - Minutes - Pdf MOTION: Alt. 1 Member Sapirie made a motion to approve November 20, 2025 meeting minutes; Vice-Chair Maggio seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0 (absent: Member McEldowney and Member Schauer). AGENDA ITEMS 2. Planning and Zoning Board Sitting as Infrastructure Surtax Oversight Committee: Discussion of the 2025 Infrastructure Surtax Annual Expenditure Report The Board reviewed the Annual Report and found the items in line with the 2025 Expenditure. MOTION: Alt. 3 Member Gaylord made a motion to approve the 2025 Infrastructure Surtax Annual Expenditure Report; Member Ambrose seconded the motion. Carried PRgg(P'bbl 00 Agenda Item #1. 01 tj� unanimously 5-0 (absent: Member McEldowney and Member Schauer). 3. SPM 08-25 Application from Tequesta Country Club for a Site Plan Modification for site improvements and landscape enhancements at the current Tequesta Country Clubhouse site. Located in the R-OP, Recreation Open Space zoning district, the proposed use of the project will not change. The property is situated at 201 Country Club Drive, Tequesta, FL 33469. The Board thanked the applicant for the presentation and acknowledged the effort to ensure the proposed improvements are compatible with the surrounding community, specifically noting the proposed signage and landscape elements. The Board asked questions regarding the increase in parking and requested confirmation that the proposed landscaping in the East Lot would be located solely on the applicant's property. The applicant responded that the additional parking is intended only to meet code requirements and would not result in an increase in the membership cap or expanded use of the area. The applicant further confirmed that all proposed landscape additions in the East Lot would be located on the Country Club property. The Board also inquired about the proposed parking lot lighting. While acknowledging that there are limitations on light pole aesthetics, the Board encouraged the applicant to contact Florida Power & Light (FPL) to determine whether alternative options may be available. The applicant thanked the Board for the suggestion and indicated they would explore the matter further. Steve Osburn, a resident of Tequesta Country Club, addressed the Board regarding the agenda item. Mr. Osburn requested that the northern perimeter hedge along the East Lot be replaced and maintained by the Country Club. He noted that the hedge was originally installed when the parking area was expanded but has since not been adequately maintained. Mr. Osburn stated that replacing the hedge would provide an appropriate buffer for the parking lot. The applicant acknowledged the request, noting that this improvement had been previously indicated, and agreed to replace and maintain the hedge. MOTION: Member Ambrose made a motion to approve the proposed Site Plan Modification SPM 08-25 with the following conditions: 1. Prior to the issuance of building permits, civil plans shall be provided that indicate the existing and proposed impervious/pervious areas. Drainage calculations shall be submitted and approved that demonstrate the project meets the Villages stormwater treatments requirements. 2. Prior to the issuance of building permits, a Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Plan shall be submitted and approved by the Village. 3. Prior to the issuance of building permits, a Construction Staging Plan shall be submitted and approved by the Village. 4. Prior to Utilities permit, the applicant must: •Provide confirmation of water and wastewater capacity •Coordinate with Loxahatchee River District and submit proof of coordination 5. An 8' perimeter hedge on the North residential perimeter of the East parking lot will be installed and maintained by the Country Club as a landscape buffer. No trailers will be permitted in the R1-A zoning district. PaR902)b1 Q0 Agenda Item #1. 01 Draft j� Alt. 3 Member Gaylord seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0 (absent: Member McEldowney and Member Schauer). STAFF COMMENTS PUBLIC COMMENTS Jayson French, a resident of Tequesta, addressed the Board and expressed appreciation for the Board's time and effort. He stated that the Board's discussions are thoughtful and provide useful input for Village Council consideration. BOARD COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT Vice-Chair Theresa Maggio made a motion to adjourn; Alt. 1 Marie Sapirie seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). Jay Hubsch, AICP Palgegll 3Dbfl 00