HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance_01-18_05/10/2018 ORDINANCE NO. 1-18
AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF
TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AMENDING ITS COMPREHENSIVE
DEVELOPMENT PLAN TO ADOPT EVALUATION AND APPRAISAL
REVIEW ("EAR") BASED AMENDMENTS PURSUANT TO SECTION
163.3191, FLORIDA STATUTES, WHICH PROVIDES FOR AN
EVALUATION AND FOR PLAN AMENDMENTS DETERMINED TO BE
NECESSARY; WHICH INCLUDES REVISED TEXT AND MAPS
NECESSARY TO UPDATE THE DATA AND ANALYSIS OF THE
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT PLAN; PROVIDING THAT THE
TEXT AND MAPS, AS AMENDED OR REVISED, SHALL BE
SUBSTITUTED FOR AND REPLACE IN FULL THE EXISTING TEXT
AND MAPS IN ALL AMENDED ELEMENTS; PROVIDING FOR
TRANSMITTAL TO THE STATE LAND PLANNING AGENCY;
PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE AND FOR SEVERABILITY;
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
WHEREAS, the State Legislature of the State of Florida has mandated that all
municipalities evaluate their comprehensive plan at least once every seven (7) years; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Tequesta has completed its required evaluation, and has
determined that amendments are required in order to reflect changes in state requirements and to
provide thorough and consistent planning with regard to land within its corporate limits; and
WHEREAS, all amendments to the comprehensive de�-elopment plan must be adopted in
accordance with detailed procedures which must be strictly followed; and
WHEREAS,the Village of Tequesta, Florida, has carefully prepared an amendment to its
comprehensive development plan to update it pursuant to Sec.163.3191,Florida Statutes, in order
to provide text and map amendments or revisions in conformance with the Evaluation and
Appraisal Review; and
WHEREAS,the Village of Tequesta has held all duly required public hearings; both prior
to submission of the proposed amendment of the plan to the Department of Economic Opportunity
and after the proposed amendment of the plan was returned to the Village of Tequesta, in
accordance with Chapter 163.3184(4),Florida Statutes; and
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Acronyms......................................................................................................iv - vi
FutureLand Use...........................................................................................1 -11
Transportation...........................................................................................13-19
Housing.........................................................................................................21-24
Utilities
SanitarySewer..........................................................................................25 - 27
SolidWaste...............................................................................................28 - 29
PotableWater.........................................................................................:30 - 35
Stormwater Management......................................................................36 - 38
Natural Groundwater Aouifer Recharge..............................................39
Conservation...............................................................................................41 - 55
Recreation & Open Space..........................................................................57 - 60
Intergovernmental Coordination..............................................................61 - 65
Coastal Management................................................................................67 - 77
Capital Improvement................................................................................79 - 88
Map Series
Figure 1 Existing Land Use Map
Figure 2 Future Land Use Map
Figure 3 Potential Annexation Areas Map
Figure 4 Future Transportation Map
Figure 5 Generalized Soils Map
Figure 6 Coastal Zone & Conservation Map
Figure 7 Hurricane Surge Map
Figure 8 Flood Zone Map
Figure 9 Coastal High Hazard Area Map
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ACRONYMS
AAA Adaptation Action Areas
ACS American Community Survey
AMI Area Median Income
BEBR
Bureau of Economic and Business Research
BFE
Base Flood Elevation
CCCL
Coastal Construction Control Line
CHHA
Coastal High Hazard Area
CIS
Capital Improvement Schedule
CPA
Community Planning Act
CRS
Community Rating System
DCA
Department of Community Affairs
DEO
Department of Economic Opportunity
EAR
Evaluation and Appraisal Review
EPA
Environmental Protection Agency
FAC
Florida Administrative Code
FAR
Floor Area Ratio
FAU
Florida Atlantic University
FBC
Florida Building Code
FCO
Florida Coastal Office
FDEP
Florida Department of Environmental Protection
FDOT
FL Department of Transportation
FEC
Florida East Coast Railroad
FEMA
Federal Emergency Management Agency
FS
Florida Statutes
FWC
Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission
FWS
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
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GHG
Greenhouse Gas
GPCD
Gallons per capita per day
HUD
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
ICWW
Intracoastal Waterway
IPARC
Intergovernmental Plan Amendment Review Committee
IRL
Indian River Lagoon
IRLAP
Indian River Lagoon Aquatic Preserve
ISWMP
Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan
LDR
Land Development Regulations
LECWSP
Lower East Coast Water Supply Plan
LEED
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
LMS
Local Mitigation Strategy
LRECD
Loxahatchee River Environmental Control District
LRTP
Long range Transportation Plan
MGD
Millions of Gallons per Day
MPO
Metropolitan Planning Organization
MSL
Mean Sea Level
NFIP
National Flood Insurance Program
NMFS
National Marine Fisheries Service
NOAA
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association
NPDES
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
ONA
Outstanding Natural Area
PBC
Palm Beach County
PBCSWA
Palm Beach County Solid Waste Authority
SFWMD
South Florida Water Management District
TCRPC
Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council
TSM
Transportation System Management
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UPWP Unified Planning Work Program (MPO)
USACE U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
USGS U.S. Geological Survey
Vehicle Miles Traveled
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FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT
Goal: 1.0.0 Provide for the development and redevelopment of suitable and
compatible land uses which will preserve, enhance, and promote
strong sense of community ~ within the established character of
the Village of Tequesta, which will encourage sustainability and
protect its natural resources.
Objective:1.1.0 Coordinate all future land use decisions with the appropriate
topography and soil conditions, the availability of facilities and services
and land use designations as per the Future Land Use Map.
Policy: 1.1.1 Continue to maintain regulations (subdivisions, zoning, signage etc.)
which guide future land use configurations so as to preserve topog-
raphy and soils; require facilities and services; and, protect against
seasonal and periodic flooding.
Policy: 1.1.2 The Village's Land Development Regulations shall conform to, and
implement, the use, density and intensity standards as outlined on
Table FLU-1 below:
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Table FLU-1. Future Land Use Districts, Density and Intensity Standards
District Uses Maximum Density and
Intensity
Low Density Residential units 5.4 units per acre
Residential
Medium
Density Residential units 12 units per acre
Residential
Activities related to the sale, lease or
Commercial distribution of products and/or the Floor Area Ratio of 2.0
provision of services
Recreation and Active or passive recreational uses Floor Area Ratio of .10
Open Space
Public Land and structures owned, leased or
operated by a government entity,
Buildings and Floor Area Ratio of 2.0
Grounds and/or privately owned but used for a
public purpose
Public or private facilities or
Other Public institutions such as churches, schools, Floor Area Ratio of 2.0
Facilities fraternal organizations, and nursing
homes
Conservation Land used for the conservation and Floor Area Ratio of .10
preservation of natural resources
18 dwelling units per acre, 18
dwelling units per acre in an
Adult Congregate Living
A mix of: single and multi -family
Facility. Maximum Floor
residential uses; small scale retail
Area Ratio of 4.2 for non -
sales and services, business services
residential uses and mixed
Mixed Use and professional services primarily
use buildings. Residential
designed to serve residential
uses shall comprise no less
neighborhoods, and; recreation and
than 20 percent and no more
open space
than 80 percent of a mixed -
use district. 8 Units per acre
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Policy: 1.1.3 Coordinate and support Palm Beach County and Martin County in the
protection of potable water well fields, and in the implementation of
applicable well field protection programs.
Objective: 1.2.0 Continue to monitor conditions in the Village in order to identify an4
redevelopment and infill areas.
Policy: 1.2.1 There are no residential blighted areas within the Village of Tequesta.
However, the Village will, wherever and whenever appropriate,
cooperate with other local governments in these efforts to redevelop
and renew such areas in their respective jurisdictions.
Policy: 1.2.2 Encourage redevelopment of commercial plazas to support economic
development efforts and sustainable olannine practices.
Policy: 1.2.3 Support mixed use designations on main corridors to promote a
vibrant economy and walkability.
Objective: 1.3.0 Prohibit land uses which are inconsistent with the community's
character and future land uses.
Policy: 1.3.1 Through the implementation of planned unit development, mixed -use
and other innovative regulations, encourage the development of
housing types within a physical setting that permit both comfortable
and creative living, while affording both privacy and sociability.
Policy:1.3.2 Maintain the quality of existing single family neighborhoods by
prohibiting commercial and high density residential development in
these areas.
Policy:1.3.3 Support consistent quality of design and protect existing
neighborhood integrity, character and environmental resources.
Policy: 1.334 AAaiAtaiA Continue to monitor aesthetic and architectural initiatives
seatrel through implepAeAtat'^^ ^Fthe
e the Planning and Zoning Board and ether applicable local
regulations.
Policy:1.3.46 Implement height limitations in accordance with the Land
Development Regulations.
Policy:1.34%.6 Maintain residential densities in accordance with the standards
prescribed in Table FLU-1 and the Land Development Regulations.
Policy:1.3-.6.7 Require adequate parking, suitably arranged and attractively
landscaped, in all developments.
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Policy: 1.3..8 Commercial developments shall be developed in a manner that will
compatibly serve the community's needs by restricting their location
to those areas indicated on the Future Land Use Map.
Policy: 1.3-.9.9 Strive for compatible developments and redevelopments that will
benefit the Village and compliment the aesthetic character of the
community.
Policy:1.34.10 Require signs that are visually attractive and low-key through
implementation of Village sign regulations.
Policy:1.34G.11 Require parking areas that are generously landscaped and
appropriately lighted by implementing provisions within the Zoning
Ordinance.
Policy: 1.3-.44.12 Respect the privacy associated with the existing open space.
Policy: 1.344.13 As part of the Site Plan Review process, compatibility with adjacent
land uses shall be demonstrated. Compatibility is defined as
consistency with the Future Land Use Map and compliance with
Village land development regulations.
Objective: 1.4.0 Ensure the protection of natural resources and historic resources.
Policy: 1.4.1 Utilize orientations to water, to the fullest extent.
Policy: 1.4.2 By 2013.9 the Village will, where applicable,- Identify, designate, and
protect historic, archeological and cultural resources that may be
located within its boundaries by conducting a survey to identify such
resources, if any, and adopting appropriate protection mechanisms
into the Code of Ordinances.
Policy: 1.4.3 Implement an ordinance requiring a land development permit priorto
commencement of development activities to protect natural
resources.
Policy: 1.4.4 The trimming or removal of mangroves should be consistent with
Sections 403.9321-403.9333 of the Florida Statutes and subject to
approval of the Village.
Policy: 1.4.5 The Village shall continue to support the U.S. Department of Interior,
Bureau of Land Management/ Palm Beach County Environmental
Resource Management Department Land Stewardship Memorandum
of Understanding to provide for joint management of the Jupiter Inlet
Natural Area. The Village shall support preservation of native plant
and animal species on Eco-Site #61, a 52 acre parcel located east of
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US-1 and north of County Road 707 (Beach Road), as a component of
this effort.
Policy: 1.4.6 The Village will protect mangroves within Tequesta by deferring the
regulation of mangroves in proposed development and redevelop-
ment areas to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for
enforcement and protection under Sections 403.9321-403.9333 of the
Florida Statutes. This shall be made a part of the Village Site Plan
Review Process.
Policy: 1.4.7 The Village shall protect potable water wellfields by allowing only the
land uses encompassed within the wellfield drawdown zones of
influence shown on the Future Land Use map.
Objective: 1.5.0 Require, through the land development review process that suitable
land is made available for infrastructure facilities necessary to support
all proposed development and which are consistent with locally
adopted level of service standards.
Policy: 1.5.1 Implement standards for future land use development in accordance
with the density, intensity and use standards outlined in Table FLU-1
of this Element.
Policy:1.5.2 The Village shall ensure that public facilities and services meet
adopted levels of service, and are provided concurrent with
development impacts.
Policy: 1.5.3 The Village shall continue to condition the issuance of permits on the
availability of facilities and services necessary to serve the proposed
development.
Policy: 1.5.4 The approval and authorization of land use development within the
Village shall be concurrent with the provision of utility service.
Policy: 1.5.5 Apply the standards and requirements of the adopted hurricane
evacuation and civil defense regulations where applicable.
Policy: 1.5.6 Provide for drainage and storm water management, open space, and
safe and convenient parking and on site traffic flow by applying the
site plan review requirements of the current land development
regulations within the Village.
Policy: 1.5.7 Ensure that adjacent land uses are protected by strictly enforcing
setback, height, landscaping and signage provisions within the Village
land development regulations.
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Policy: 1.5.8 DigRate a Village sta4 peFseR to The Building Official is designated
as the Floodplain Administrator for the Village of Tequesta. The
Floodplain Administrator shall coordinate the impacts of all new
development and redevelopment within the coastal zone against
existing hurricane evacuation plans.
Policy: 1.5.9 Electric substations shall be permitted in all Future Land Use Districts
except Conservation.
Policy:1.5.10 The Village shall implement land development regulations to
accommodate and protect existing and future energy efficient electric
power generation and transmission systems, including right-of-way
protection, allowing substations and transmission lines in Future Land
Use and zoning districts, and other mechanisms. The Village prefers
and shall encourage the provision of underground utility lines where
feasible.
Policy: 1.5.11 The Village of Tequesta, through the Land Development Regulations,
will coordinate current land uses and any future land use changes with
the availability of water supplies and water supply facilities.
Objective: 1.6.0 Coordinate with any appropriate resource planning and management
plan prepared pursuant to Chapter 380, Florida Statutes, and
approved by the Governor and Cabinet.
Policy: 1.6.1 The Village will coordinate its future planning and development with
the South Florida Water Management District by requiring the
issuance of a Surface Water Management permit, as appropriate,
prior to issuing a site plan approval.
Objective: 1.7.0 Development within Flood Insurance Rate Map zones shall be subject
to restrictions implemented through the Village of Tequesta's Flood
Damage Prevention Ordinance, flood resistant construction reauire-
ments of the Florida Building Code, land development regulations and
other provisions of the Code of Ordinances.
Policy: 1.7.1 The Village should keep abreast of federal requirements to assure
resident's eligibility for flood insurance in the Federal Emergency
Management Agency's (FEMA's) National Flood Insurance Program
NFIP .
Policy: 1.7.2 The Village Floodplain Administrator
PFeEess shall review all development applications and plans in flood
hazard areas to comply with the requirements of the Village of
Tequesta's Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance and the flood
resistant construction requirements of the Florida Building Code
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Policy: 1.7.3 The Village shall continue to operate within FEMA's NFIP "^dthe M
pFegfaFAS,. Community Rating System (CRS) and continue to work
toward maintaining and improving its CRS status withiR these
PFegfams.
Policy: 1.7.4 A minimum finish first floor elevation above mean sea level (MSL) for
all new construction, additions and substantial sea level, or 18 inches
above the crown of any road, street, cul-de-sac or highway, or meet
the requirements of the Code of Ordinances pertaining to flood hazard
areas, whichever is most stringent. (Ord. 22-11)
Objective: 1.8.0 All proposed new development and redevelopment within the special
flood hazard areas shall be subject to site plan review. Delineation of
flood hazard areas, floodway boundaries and flood zones, and design
flood elevations, shall be shown on preliminary and final plats.
Policy: 1.8.1 The Village sheuld Floodplain Administrator shall examine the latest
land use control criteria relating to flood zone development for
inclusion in site plan review process to ensure such development
proposals are consistent with the need to minimize flood damage and
be reasonably safe from flooding.
Policy: 1.8.2 The Village should to discourage high intensity land uses and public
facilities in the Flood Insurance Rate Map zones and the Coastal High
Hazard Area.
Objective: 1.9.0 The Village shall continue to enforce regulations found
in the Florida Building Code @444ny building cedes requiring new
construction, additions, renovations, and substantial renovations or
substantial repairs in the Flood Insurance Rate Map zones and Coastal
High Hazard Area to utilize the latest wind damage and flood
prevention techniques.
Policy: 1.9.1 The Village shall continue to maintain sheaf make provisions for the
utilization of these latest techniques and building standards through
the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinances of the Village of Teguesta
for all development located in the Flood Insurance Rate Map zones
and Coastal High Hazard Area.
Objective: 1.10.0 Encourage local residents within the hurricane flood areas to utilize
and participate in the NFIP. develeped by the
Policy: 1.10.1 All structures in the Flood Insurance Rate Map zone and Coastal High
Hazard Area should be protected by the NFIP flood insurance, where
possible.
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Policy: 1.10.2 The Village shall continue to support the requirements of the
NFIP for community participation .
Objective: 1.11.0 Implement innovative development and redevelopment concepts such
as Planned Unit Development, overlay zoning, transit oriented
development, and mixed use development through the land
development regulations and other appropriate mechanisms in order
to reduce automobile dependency and greenhouse gas emissions,
increase energy efficiency, reduce sprawl, and promote more efficient
development patterns.
Policy:1.11.1 The Village shall continue to support beautification efforts and
streetscape improvements on commercial corridors by promoting
pedestrian and bicycle friendly design.
Policy:1.11.2 The Village shall promote mixed use development, defined as a
mixture of residential and non-residential land uses in a design -
unified, pedestrian friendly environment with multi -modal transporta-
tion connectivity to other areas, at appropriate locations. A major
purpose of mixed -use development shall be to provide opportunities
to live, work, shop and recreate in a walkable area, and to reduce
automobile dependence and greenhouse gas emissions.
Policy:1.11.3 The Village shall encourage the implementation of low impact
development techniques and green building standards that reduce the
negative environmental impacts of development and redevelopment
by: locating building sites away from environmentally sensitive areas;
promoting the preservation of natural resources; providing for on -site
mitigation of impacts (i.e. retention and treatment of stormwater
runoff, water reuse, Master Stormwater Management Systems);
promoting energy conservation through design, landscaping and
building techniques (i.e. solar power, increased tree canopies);
promoting water conservation through landscaping and building
design; ensuring environmentally friendly building practices (i.e. use
of environmentally friendly building materials, recycled materials),
and; considering the development of a Green Building Ordinance and
a related I EPP Green Certification programs for development and
redevelopment, including the development of a Neighborhood
Development Rating System that integrates the principles of smart
growth, urbanism and green building. ^«^ ^-.«;^^-,' system fEK
.hbaFhe^a design
Objective 1.12.0 Special land use policies shall be developed by the Village of Tequesta
when necessary to address site specific land development issues.
Policy: 1.12.1 Areas designated Mixed Use shall provide for single and multi -family
residential uses; small scale retail sales and services, business services
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and professional services primarily designed to serve residential
neighborhoods, and; recreation and open space.
Policy: 1.12.2 The Village should pursue all avenues for grants and other assistance
in developing its future areas, especially for those planning areas with
special needs and concerns.
Policy 1.12.3 Public Educational Facilities of the School District shall be an allowable
use within the "Other Public Facilities" land use category on the Future
Land Use Map. Moved here from Page 10 below.
Objective 1.13.0 The Village shall continue to review hurricane evacuation and
emergency management plans to ensure that they adequately address
its evacuation and emergency management needs, and are
compatible with coastal planning area population densities and
regional emergency management.
Policy: 1.13.1 The hurricane evacuation plan for the Village shall consider the
densities and intensities prescribed on the Future Land Use Map.
Objective: 1.14.0 The Village, as appropriate and feasible, shall encourage the elimina-
tion or reduction of uses that are not consistent with interagency
hazard mitigation reports or hazard mitigation goals.
Objective: 1.15.0 The Village should consider annexation of neighboring areas that are
consistent with the character of the community, which can be provided
facilities and services consistent with the levels of service standards
established by the Village, and which discourage urban sprawl.
Policy: 1.15.1 The annexation of future areas into the Village shall discourage the
proliferation of urban sprawl consistent with standards contained
within Chapter 9J-5.006 (5), Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.).
Policy:1.15.2 Annexation of unincorporated enclave areas shall be pursued
consistent with Florida Statutes ensuring the provision of Village
services.
Policy 1.15.3 In the event of a future annexation that has sufficient land area to site
schools or co -locate schools with public facilities such as; parks,
libraries and community centers, prior to the amendment to incorpo-
rate the area into the Village Comprehensive Plan, the Village shall
coordinate with the Palm Beach County School Board to determine
the need to site a school in the annexed area. Moved here from Page
10 below. '
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Objective:1.16.0 The Village shall protect and support its urban forestry to care and
manage its tree population for the purpose of maintaining and
enhancing the urban environment and the character of the Village.
Policy: 1.16.1 The Village shall consider its street trees as infrastructure to preserve
and protect them as community assets.
Policy:1.16.2 The Village shall protect existing trees by creating mitigation
provisions in its land development regulations for its residential and
commercial land use districts.
Policy: 1.16.3 The Village shall encourage additional planting of trees to strengthen
the character and aesthetic of its residential neighborhoods and
commercial areas.
Policy:1.16.4 All development and major renovations shall be encouraged to
provide shade trees along sidewalks to promote pedestrian activity,
and create scenic corridors in neighborhoods and commercial
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Policy:1.16.5 The Village shall consider providing incentives to developers to
preserve trees and natural resources and to encourage additional tree
plantings and green areas.
Policy: 1.16.6 The Village shall continue to promote and enhance the Village's Tree
and Landscape Ordinance as a key element in retention and provision
of private plant materials to support sustainable development
principles of tree preservation, and minimize impacts to the existing
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Land Use Map,
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TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT
Goal: 1.0.0 Provide a sustainable, safe, convenient, accessible and efficient multi -
modal transportation system (a system that provides for pedestrian-
ism, bicycles, automobiles, watercraft, and transit) for the citizens of
Tequesta.
Objective: 1.1.0 Continue to provide an energy efficient multi -modal transportation
system that is efficiently managed, circulates traffic safely and
conveniently within the Village, reduces greenhouse gas emissions
through strategies to reduce the number of vehicle miles travelled, and
provides for the safe separation of vehicular and nonvehicular traffic.
Policy:1.1.1 Provide safe and convenient on -site traffic flow through the
implementation of the parking regulations in the land development
regulations.
Policy: 1.1.2 Construct or encourage the provision of multi -modal transportation
facilities as feasible and appropriate in the implementation of
transportation improvements, and require sidewalks in areas of new
development.
Policy: 1.1.3 Promote traffic safety through the use of proper traffic control devices
and street design improvements.
Policy:1.1.4 Restrict fast through traffic to major or minor arterial roads.
Policy:1.1.5 The Village shall ensure the provision of multi -modal transportation
alternatives by requiring that facilities for bicycles and pedestrians are
provided for in future development and redevelopment proposals, and
incorporating these requirements into the site plan review process.
Policy:1.1.6 The Village shall coordinate with the Palm Beach Transportation
Planning Agency (TPA) M t., P9IitaR P'aR. *Rg nf,..,Ai2atiGR (MPG) in
the implementation of strategies to reduce per capita Vehicle miles
traveled (VMT) and discourage single occupant vehicle trips,
recognizing that these programs assist in reducing emissions, traffic
congestion, and the consumption of fuel.
This can be accomplished through municipal representation on the
MPO and providing for Tri-Rail, alternative fuels, ride sharing,
alternative work hour programs, public transit, parking management
and other transportation control measures that are being continually
developed as part of a Countywide effort.
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Policy:1.1.7 The Village shall consider intermodal terminals and access to
intermodal facilities, where applicable, in its assessment of future
transportation needs.
Policy: 1.1.8 Support Transportation Systems Management (TSM) strategies that
include optimization of traffic signal systems, turning lanes, ride sharing
and other innovative transportation system management activities
that are implemented by the appropriate agencies within Palm Beach
County.
Policy: 1.1.9 The Village shall seek to limit greenhouse gas emissions through the
implementation of strategies to reduce the number of vehicle miles
travelled. These strategies may include but not be the promotion of
mixed use development that provides for a mixture of residential and
non-residential land uses in a pedestrian friendly environment with
multi -modal transportation connectivity to other areas; promoting the
use of alternate transportation modes as specified herein, including
mass transit, bicycles, and pedestrianism, and; requiring
Transportation Demand Management Programs as a condition for
development approvals.
Objective:1.2.0 The transportation system shall be consistent with the future land uses
shown on the Future Land Use Map, population and densities,
employment patterns, and the transportation modes and services
provided for in the 5-year Schedule of Improvements.
Policy: 1.2.1 Control the connections and access points of driveways and private
roads to roadways by requiring visibility triangles that are free and clear
of obstruction.
Policy: 1.2.2 The Village shall construct road and street improvements and/or
expansions which are consistent with the 5-year Schedule of
Improvements, and require developers to develop other roads
required to serve their development.
Policy: 1.2.3 Use signage, enforcement and other traffic control techniques to
minimize the impact of "bypass" traffic on Village streets.
Policy: 1.2.4 Continue to use the development plan review process to control
roadway access points and on -site traffic flow; amend the Village's
code provisions where necessary.
Policy:1.2.5 Encourage future land uses which promote public transportation in
public transportation corridors.
Policy:1.2.6 Require land use, building and site design guidelines to provide for
accessibility to public transit, where appropriate.
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Objective: 1.3.0 Village shall coordinate its plans and programs with the plans and
programs of.•
a. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT);
b- The Palm Beach
Transportation Planning Agency (TPA
c. The Palm Beach County Engineering Department (Traffic
Engineering Division);
d. The Martin County MPO and
Engineering Department, and
e. Adjacent municipalities.
Policies: 1.3.1 The Village hereby adopts the following Level of Service (LOS)
standards for each listed facility type:
Village Collector Roadways — LOS Standard C, Peak D, except for
Country Club Drive, and Seabrook Road which will be LOS Standard C,
Peak C; Urban Minor Arterials Cefs— LOS Standard C, Peak D;
Urban Principal Arterials — LOS Standard C, Peak D.
Policy: 1.3.2 The Village shall review updates to Palm Beach Transportation Planning
Agency (TPA s Long Range Transportation
Plan LRTP Unified Planning Work Waw Program UPWP and other
transportation plans as appropriate, and amend its Comprehensive
Plan as needed to address these plans.
Policy: 1.3.3 The Village shall continue to identify projects to support and fund
mobility, enhance alternate modes of transportation, and ensure
connectivity in its Capital Improvements Schedule, in accordance with
State requirements. These projects shall include Village -funded
projects and projects funded by other agencies that will demonstrably
impact its roadway Level of Service standards.
Objective: 1.4.0 Provide for the protection of existing and future rights -of -way from
building encroachment.
Policy: 1.4.1 Establish and maintain measures for the reservation and preservation
of existing and future rights -of -way and corridors by requiring such
reservations and/or preservation in the site plan review process and by
abiding by the Palm Beach County Right -of -Way Protection plan.
Objective: 1.5.0 Encourage the use and provision of mass transit facilities in Palm Beach
County by supporting efforts established in the Transportation Element
of the Palm Beach County Comprehensive Plan, and by implementing
the following Policies.
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Policy: 1.5.1 The Village shall continue to work with the County and support tl4e
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Transportation Planning Agency (TPA) efforts to increase the presence
and use of mass transit services in the County through modification of
the existing route system, increasing services in key areas and other
strategies as appropriate.
Policy: 1.5.2 The Village shall support Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency
(T, PA Me«.,,.,,,litaI, Plan,,;., n. Zati ... kMPO; efforts to
investigate the use of transit services to promote more efficient urban
development patterns.
Policy: 1.5.3 The Village shall not object to the County's effort to encourage the
future location of Palm Tran bus routes with new developments.
Policy: 1.5.4 The Village shall not object to the -Palm Beach Transportation Planning
Agency (TPA A4R9=s efforts to encourage the use of rail modes of
transportation, as Tequesta could be favorably impacted by these
efforts.
Policy: 1.5.5 The Village shall support efforts of FDOT, to the extent possible, in the
development and implementation of the South Florida East Coast
Corridor Study.
Policy: 1.5.6 The Villas mpacts regarding All Aboard Florida /
Brightline high speed rail service railroad initiative to assure the well-
being of the community.
Objective: 1.6.0 Encourage Palm Beach County Palm Tran to provide public paratransit
transportation services to eligible persons who qualify under the
"Americans with Disabilities Act" (ADA).
Policy: 1.6.1 The Village shall support efforts of Palm Tran to maintain an adequate
fleet of sedans, vans, and mini -buses for individuals who qualify for
ADA paratransit.
Policy: 1.6.2 The Village shall support efforts of Palm Tran to maintain services for
eligible riders with disabilities by providing paratransit services.
Objective: 1.7.0 Support t,4e Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency (TPAWPQR s
coordinating responsibilities regarding transportation services for the
transportation disadvantaged purr-suG,=rt to c-hGp^ter- 427, Fk 4-d-a
Policy: 1.7.1 Support the Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency (TPA#AP-Q
in its efforts to make services
available for individuals qualifying under Chapter 4am:7 tee, Florida
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StatutesLby managing and monitoring a system of transportation
operators and by coordinating provider organizations.
Policy: 1.7.2 Support the Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency (TPA}MPg
in its efforts to maximize the use
of public school transportation and public fixed route or fixed schedule
transit service for the transportation of the transportation
disadvantaged.
Policy:1.7.3 Encourage the County, through the Palm Beach Transportation
Planning Agency (TPA)MPO, to coordinate with the School Board in the
utilization of the School Board's vehicles for the transport of the
transportation disadvantaged, when those vehicles are not
transporting students (per Chapter 427, Florida Statutes).
Objective: 1.8.0 The Village shall promote the increased use of the bicycles and walking
as viable alternate means of transportation through implementation of
the Policies below.
Policy:1.8.1 Bikeways shall be given full consideration in the planning and
development of Village roadways and transportation facilities and
programs, and in the Site Plan Review Process.
Policy:1.8.2 The Village shall provide for and encourage the development of
pedestrian scaled mixed use, multi -use, and planned unit
developments that incorporate and integrate transit stops, bicycle and
sidewalk connections.
Policy: 1.8.3 The Village shall require all new mixed -use, commercial and residential
developments or redevelopment projects to address connectivity to
adjacent uses.
Policy: 1.8.4 The Village shall review the recommendations of the Palm Beach
G.eaRty'S Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency (TPA)MP8's Long
Range Transportation Plan LRTP the Unified Planning Work WaR
Program (UPWP), and other transportation plans regarding bicycle and
pedestrian facilities, shall assist in the implementation of key
recommendations as feasible and appropriate.
Policy: 1.8.5 The Village shall work toward increased mobility in the community by
providing for increased amounts of bicycle paths and sidewalks in new
development and re -development areas.
Policy: 1.8.6 The Village shall work toward increased Mobility in the Community by
providing for increased amounts of bicycle paths and sidewalks in new
development and re -development areas.
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Objective: 1.9.0 The Village shall coordinate its transportation plans and programs with
its land use plans and the relevant transportation and land use of other
agencies on a continuing basis.
Policy:1.9.1 The Village shall continue to participate in and utilize
intergovernmental programs, such as the Countywide Intergovern-
mental Plan Amendment Review Committee (IPARC) and the Multi -
Jurisdictional Issues Forum, to implement the Goal, Objectives, and
Policies of the Village's Transportation Element.
Policy: 1.9.2 To ensure the availability of adequate transportation facilities, the
Village's transportation system shall be coordinated with adjacent local
governments' comprehensive plans to reflect the demand created by
anticipated development.
Policy:1.9.3 The Village shall continue to work with Palm Beach and Martin
Counties, the Town of Jupiter, and the Town of Jupiter Inlet Colony in
order to coordinate transportation related issues, such as: (1) the
locations and dimensions of thoroughfare rights -of -way; (2) strategies
to address multi -jurisdictional traffic impacts to assure maintenance of
acceptable Level of Service standards on the transportation network;
(3) the future transit needs and delivery services, and; (4) the provision
and operation of non -vehicular modes as they relate to intercounty
travel.
Policy: 1.9.4 The Village shall continue to coordinate with FDOT, TPA APO, +DEA,
DEO, Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council, the Governor's
Commission for a Sustainable South Florida, and other municipalities to
promote sustainable transportation principles within Palm Beach
County.
Policy: 1.9.5 Encourage connectivity of roadways and cross connection of property
with similar or compatible land uses in the Village to reduce congestion
on arterial and collector roads, including bicycle and pedestrian
connections, and utilize traffic calming techniques to minimize the
traffic impacts on residential neighborhoods.
Objective: 1.10.0 The Village shall promote "Complete Streets" network to increase
mobility and accommodate all users, including motorized vehicles,
bicyclists, public transportation, and pedestrians of all ages and
abilities.
Policy: 1.10.1 The Village shall review all proposed street modifications to ensure that
the proposals are consistent with and support the Village's Transpor-
tation Vision of providing for Complete Streets.
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Policy: 1.10.2 The Village shall support the implementation of the US Hwy 1 Corridor
Plan in coordination with FDOT and the Palm Beach MA9
Transportation Planning Agency (TPA)
Policy: 1.10.3 The Village shall continue to beautify the pedestrian and bicycle paths
by promoting scenic corridors in neighborhoods and commercial
districts.
Policy: 1.10.4 The Village shall prepare a pedestrian path and sidewalk network
master plan to provide for a safe and comfortable environment for its
different users.
Policy: 1.10.5 The Village shall prepare a bikeway network master plan in
coordination with the Southeast Greenways and Trails Plan.
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Goal: 1.0.0 To assure the availability of sustainable, decent, safe, sanitary, and
affordable housing to meet the needs of existing and future residents.
Objective: 1.1.0 To cen3ere maintain existing standard condition housing, prevent
substandard housing conditions, and assure that new residential
construction is of the some high quality as the existing housing stock by
strictly enforcing adopted building, construction and housing codes.
Policy: 1.1.1 Continue enforcement of the Florida Building Code and International
Property Maintenance Code, and adopt updated additions thereof as
they become available, in order to: (1) assure new building materials
and techniques are allowed within the Village in order to reduce
construction costs; and (2) maintain existing housing stock.
Policy: 1.1.2 Continue to develop, implement, and enforce other ordinances and
programs (e.g., landscaping code) to assure that the quality of
residential neighborhoods is maintained and improved as needed.
Policy: 1.1.3 Continue to develop and enforce administrative and enforcement
procedures, as necessary, to implement minimum housing regulations
through code enforcement, in accordance with the following
definitions:
Standard Condition — A residential structure meeting all minimum
standards for basic equipment and facilities, as set forth in the
International Property Maintenance Code.
Substandard Condition — A residential structure which does not
meet all minimum standards for basic equipment and facilities, as
set forth in the International Property Maintenance Code, where
the costs of rehabilitation, renovation or code compliance are
valued at less than 50% of the total value of the structure.
In Need of Replacement — A residential structure which does not
meet all minimum standards for basic equipment and facilities, as
set forth in the International Property Maintenance Code, where
the costs of rehabilitation, renovation or code compliance are
valued at greater than 50% of the total value of the structure.
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Policy:1.1.4 Encourage housing construction that is compatible with existing
dwellings located within the Village and adjacent unincorporated areas,
by strictly enforcing the Village land development regulations.
Policy:1.1.5 Require land developers to comply with review and approval
procedures and regulations
during the design and construction of residential
developments by strictly enforcing provisions to assure that housing
characteristics of the Village are maintained.
Policy:1.1.6 The Village should encourage neighborhood improvement and
beautification programs to improve the condition of houses and quality
of neighborhood life.
Objective: 1.2.0 To provide for adequate and affordable housing to all existing and
projected segments of the Village population.
Policy: 1.2.1 Support ar=tiyitici policies and initiatives which will facilitate affordable
and workforce housing alternatives.
Policy: 1.2.2 Encourage programs to alleviate housing problems in Palm Beach
County, including continued interlocal participation in federal, State
and local housing programs, and associated activities -initiatives.
Policy: 1.2.3 The Village shall encourage the provision of a diversity of housing units
and types that are affordable to residents of all income and special
needs groups at levels that are reflective of existing and projected
demand.
Policy: 1.2.4 The Village shall continue supporting housing for the elderly Featal
4Rit9 by peFFAittiRg develepment ef indepeRdeRt suppeFtive allowing
congregate living facilities within the Mixed -Use areas at up to a
maximum of 18 dwelling units per acre, eF 18 dwelling units ^^- ar:F ^
Policy:1.2.5 The Village shall enable the elderly to remain in their own
neighborhoods as their needs change by considering the use of
accessory dwelling units associated with a principal dwelling unit,
smaller homes, shared housing and co -housing for the elderly.
Policy: 1.2.6 The Village shall coordinate its strategies and policies with the Treasure
Coast Regional Planning Council (TCRPC) to provide affordable and
workforce housing.
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Policy: 1.2.7 The Village shall consider allowing auxiliary dwelling units associated
with a principal dwelling unit to increase the supply of affordable and
workforce housing in new residential developments and
redevelopment areas, where appropriate.
Objective: 1.3.0 To require residential design that implements the objectives and
policies of other Comprehensive Development Plan elements and
supports green design.
Policy: 1.3.1 Continue to phase residential development with the availability of
urban services and infrastructure in accordance with the Concurrency
Management System.
Policy: 1.3.2 Continue to institute policies which minimize adverse environmental
effects of residential development. Utilize those management
practices which will alleviate residential water pollution problems.
Special attention should be given to the environmentally sensitive
areas abutting the Loxahatchee River, Intracoastal Waterway and the
Atlantic Ocean.
Policy: 1.3.3 Minimize traffic on local residential streets by instituting site plan
controls which will limit traffic generated by the commercial areas from
directly accessing local residential streets.
Policy: 1.3.4 Maintain the current character of the Country Club area by continuing
to designate the golf course as a recreational use on the Future Land
Use Map.
Policy: 1.3.5 Require housing in newly annexed undeveloped areas to be consistent
with the existing character of housing within the Village by assigning
compatible zoning districts.
Policy:1.3.6 Encourage new residential development and redevelopment to
incorporate energy saving design and construction features, such as
adequate insulation, solar power, less heat -absorbent roofing
materials, and increased tree canopies, into design, construction and
site development plans.
Policy: 1.3.7 Encourage the use of renewable building materials in the construction
of new or redevelopment of existing housing.
Policy:1.3.8 The Village shall consider the development of a Green Building
Ordinance and a related I FFQ Green Certification Program for
development and redevelopment, including the development of a
Neighborhood Development Rating System that integrates the
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principles of smart growth, urbanism and green building into a national
system for neighborhood design.
Objective: 1.4.0 Continue to rely upon the private sector to provide the limited "in fill"
housing that the Village can accommodate while providing incentives
such as zoning code amendments and mixed -use regulations to
promote the provision of housing that is affordable to residents of all
income and special needs groups at levels that are reflective of existing
and projected demand.
Policy: 1.4.1 Utilize the Future Land Use Element and zoning map to assure a
diversity of housing.
Policy: 1.4.2 Group homes shall be accommodated in accordance with State law.
Group homes of three unrelated individuals six --Riy; or less are
allowable in all residential and mixed -use zoning districts. Group
homes of more than sip—wa+ts three unrelated individuals may be
permitted as a Special Exception Use in residential and mixed -use
zoning districts.
Policy: 1.4.3 By 201A 2019 the Village will consider the need to designate any
housing structures as historically significant and in need of special
consideration by conducting a survey to identify such resources, if any,
and adopting appropriate protection mechanisms into the Code of
Ordinances.
Policy: 1.4.4 Require that reasonably located, standard housing, at affordable cost,
is available to persons displaced through any public action prior to their
displacement.
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UTILITIES ELEMENT, SANITARY SEWER SUBELEMENT
Goal: 1.0.0 Ensure the provision of sustainable and quality wastewater collection
and treatment systems.
Objective: 1.1.0 Support the development of, wastewater collection and treatment
systems that are sustainable and cost-effective, consistent with the
plans of the Loxahatchee River Environmental Control District (LRECD ,
and sea level rise considerations, and discourage the provision or
extension of service in a manner that encourages urban sprawl.
Policy: 1.1.1 The use of septic tanks in areas where sanitary sewer systems are not
available shall be governed by Palm Beach County Environmental
Control Rule I, Chapter 64E-6, Florida Administrative Code, and
c-Chapter 31-13, Florida Administrative Code
°d _FAiRi_9*"*^•^ Cede. Further, the Village shall require that all new
development and existing uses connect to and utilize the central
system in areas where sanitary sewer systems are available.
Policy: 1.1.2 The Village should consult with the Loxahatchee River Environmental
Control District LRECD the Village's service provider, in determining
the most effective and efficient wastewater systems for use in
Tequesta.
Policy: 1.1.3 The Village should continue to request that Loxahatchee
LRECD submit comments on proposed projects/developments
regarding wastewater system requirements prior to, or as a part of, the
site plan review process.
Policy:1.1.4 The Village should request Loxahatchee River ^"*'"t LRECD's
approval, or approval with conditions, of proposed projects/
developments prior to the issuance of building permits.
Policy:1.1.5 The Village should request that Loxahatchee Rive-F District LRECD
submit evidence of acceptance of the wastewater system to serve
proposed projects/developments and evidence that contractual
obligations placed on the developer regarding the wastewater system
are being met prior to issuance of certificate of occupancy.
Policy: 1.1.6 The use of existing properly constructed and functioning septic tank
systems within the Village is acceptable only in areas where sanitary
sewer facilities are not available; however, when analysis indicates that
septic tank systems are adversely impacting the environment according
to State Water Quality Standards for surface water, groundwater and
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bathing places and that public health standards are endangered, septic
tank systems causing the situation will be repaired or replaced.
Policy: 1.1.7 When a central sanitary sewer system becomes available to areas
currently on septic tanks, hook-up to the central system shall be
required consistent with State requirements.
Policy: 1.1.8 The Village shall consider supporting an evaluation of sanitary sewer
facilities and infrastructure at risk from sea level rise within the LRECD's
wastewater master plan.
Objective: 1.2.0 Annually participate in the Loxahatchee River Environmental Control
District's facilities planning effort and consider promoting the resiliency
of existing and planned sanitary sewer infrastructure or retrofits from
the impacts of sea level rise.
Policy: 1.2.1 Annually, at the time of the Village budget process, request a written
assessment by LRECD of wastewater facilities serving Tequesta,
including a statement of deficiencies and required improvements, costs
of improvements and a schedule for implementation.
Policy: 1.2.2 The Village should encourage and support local membership on the
LRECD board by concerned and qualified residents of Tequesta and/or
the District.
Policy: 1.2.3 The Village shall eeP&kJef encourage+a--LRECD to identify sanitary
sewer facilities and collection and disposal infrastructure at risk from
sea level rise and other related impacts and update this assessment
every 5years.
Policy:1.2.4 The Village shall seeee# coordinate with LRECD the design for
additional capacity in accordance with Section 62- 600.405, FAC; and
the impacts of increased coastal flooding, coo&i4efingg sea level rise,
saltwater intrusion, and other potential future impacts, and plan for
infrastructure replacement and relocation as needed.
Policy: 1.2.5 The Village shall coordinate with ceps e_r P_Aeewfagi4g LRECD retrofit
of existing and construction of new sanitary sewer facilities and
collection systems in coastal areas that are identified to be potentially
impacted by sea level rise by 2040.
J Objective: 1.3.0 Coordinate with developers to ensure that wastewater collection and
Itreatment needs are met in the planning and phasing of development.
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Policies: 1.3.1 The Village, in coordination with LRECD and to the extent appropriate
and feasible, shall incorporate into local plans, codes and ordinances
various land use and wastewater systems design and construction
criteria that will minimize point and non -point discharges into surface
waters in accordance with its National Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System Permit NPDES .
Policy: 1.3.2 The Village should encourage preliminary meetings with developers
prior to the initial stages of site plan preparation and review to alert
developers to the requirements and standards set forth in local codes
and ordinances relating to wastewater systems.
Policy:1.3.3 LRECD shall be included in the pre -application meeting to make
appropriate comment on specific wastewater systems needs and
requirements.
Policy: 1.3.4 The Village Level of Service Standards for central wastewater service is
108 gallons per capita per day.
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UTILITIES ELEMENT, SOLID WASTE SUBELEMENT
Goal: 1.0.0 Ensure the provision of sustainable, adequate and efficient solid
waste services and facilities meeting the needs of the population and
providing for their health, safety and general welfare.
Objective: 1.1.0 Ensure the provision of a responsive and cost effective solid waste
system.
Policy: 1.1.1 The Village should maintain a close liaison with its contracted private
hauler in order to ensure the provision of responsive service to
residents and businesses.
Policy: 1.1.2 When in the public interest, institute competitive bidding procedures
in the letting of all new contracts for collection and disposal service to
ensure the lowest possible cost to Tequesta taxpayers relative to the
highest level of service.
Policy: 1.1.3 The following solid waste Levels of Service are established by the
Village:
Residential Collection: Twice per week garbage collection,
Twice per week yard waste collection,
Once per week recyclable collection
Non -Residential Collection: Private contracts
Disposal Capacity: 7.13 lbs. per person per day
Policy: 1.1.4 Hazardous materials management concerns should be addressed by
the Village's ##a;t-hA;;t HAZMAT Response Group.
Policy: 1.1.5 In accordance with State requirements, the Village shall include Palm
Beach County Solid Waste Authority capital projects that will impact
achievement of its Solid Waste Level of Service Standard in the Capital
Improvement Schedule, as it is annually updated.
Objective: 1.2.0 Maintenance of collection service that best serves the residents and
businesses of Tequesta.
=t Policy: 1.2.1 In a continued effort to avoid potential sanitation and health hazards
created by containers being upset and waste materials subsequently
4— 1 I being scattered about, the Village should continue to enforce
regulations which require residents to place solid waste materials at
• `,�+`� curbside at a reasonably determined time prior to collection.
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Policy: 1.2.2 As a part of the site plan review process, continue to require new
multiple family living areas to consider utilizing single large containers
for ease and time savings in collecting solid wastes by requiring that the
applicant coordinate with the private hauler to assure containers are
provided that the hauler can service. Evidence must be provided by the
applicant as part of the site plan review process.
Objective: 1.3.0 To continually ensure that a sanitary means of solid waste disposal
exists for Tequesta's use.
Policy: 1.3.1 Maintain a liaison with the Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County
in order to ensure the Village input to the management of existing
landfill sites and the purchase/development of future landfill sites.
Policy:1.3.2 Continue to implement recycling programs in accordance with all
applicable laws.
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UTILITIES ELEMENT, POTABLE WATER SUBELEMENT
Goal: 1.0.0 To provide a sustainable, safe and sufficient potable watersupply and
distribution network.
Objective: 1.1.0 Maintain water supply and distribution systems which utilize water
resources in a safe, economical manner.
Policy: 1.1.1 The Village water systems should be managed and operated consistent
with local plans, as well as any regional or area -wide plans affecting the
Village water systems, including the Lower East Coast Water Supply
Plan.
Policy: 1.1.2 The Village should investigate alternative sources/water systems and
methods of treatment for providing and upgrading water supplies, in
accordance with the Lower East Coast Water Supply Plan and its Water
Supply Work Plan.
Policy: 1.1.3 Land use plans and development regulations should be consistent with
the findings and recommendations of the Lower East Coast Water
Supply Plan.
Policy:1.1.4 The Village should carefully consider all municipal potable water
system expenditures and revenues when determining the cost and
benefit of development proposals. A clear statement of costs and
benefits should be prepared for the Village before any determinations
are made.
Policy: 1.1.5 The Village shall continue to protect existing wellfields, surface or
subsurface storage facilities, control structures, water treatment plants
and transmission infrastructure from increased coastal flooding,
considering sea level rise, saltwater intrusion, and other potential
future impacts, and plan for infrastructure replacement and relocation
as needed to maintain the Village's potable water LOS.
Policy: 1.1.6 The Village shall consider identifying water infrastructure at risk from
sea level rise proiections and other related impacts and update this
assessment every 5 years.
Objective: 1.2.0 Environmental impacts of growth in developing areas should not result
t in the degradation of water resources and water treatment systems,
and prevent irreversible damage to the ecological balance of
environmental resources.
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Policy: 1.2.1 Village land development regulations should provide for the protection
and availability of water resources.
Policy: 1.2.2 Future wells should be located where the potential for saltwater
intrusion into the surficial aquifer and existing well fields in periods of
drought is minimized.
Policy: 1.2.3 The Village shall require site plans which incorporate innovative urban,
architectural, and/or engineering design of impervious areas (e.g.
parking lots) to maximize the retention of rainfall in these areas in a
manner that increases groundwater recharge and reduces stormwater
runoff.
Objective: 1.3.0 Continue a program for the conservation of potable water resources
within the Village which includes the utilization of available non -potable
water for purposes other than human consumption when neither the
health of the population nor the environment will be adversely affected.
Policy: 1.3.1 In an effort to conserve the use of water in irrigation, the Village's land
development codes and ordinances should -make will continue
supporting provisions for the use of native vegetation using xeriscape
concepts and the Florida Friendly Landscaping provisions.
Policy:1.3.2 The Village shall implement, enforce and cooperate fully with
emergency water conservation measures mandated by the South
Florida Water Management District.
Policy: 1.3.3 The Village shall continue to actively enforce all existing potable water
planning policies, as well as continue to research and develop
additional planning policies for the conservation of potable water
resources within the Village's service area.
Objective: 1.4.0 Establish criteria necessary to maintain adopted Levels of Service
Standards for public water facilities within the Village's designated
service area.
Policy: 1.4.1 The Village drinking water systems should conform to the standards set
forth in the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974, Public Law 93-523.
Policy: 1.4.2 The Village shall continue to: coordinate with Palm Beach County in the
implementation of the Wellfield Protection Ordinance, and; Will
regulate land use activities within the travel time contours of its
wellfields, as they are delineated on the Future Land Use Map.
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Policy: 1.4.3 Expansion to the Village's water supply and distribution systems shall
be constructed to the most current engineering and design standards
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to meet acceptable federal, State, County fire flows and water quality
requirements.
Policy: 1.4.4 The looping of dead-end water mains within the Village's potable water
service area shall be made a priority in planning improvements and new
construction of the Village's potable water distribution system.
Policy:1.4.5 The Village Water Department shall continue testing water and
replacing meters to control system water loss by flow measurement.
This program is designed for improved accuracy of flow measurement
and accountability of water loss.
Policy: 1.4.6 The potable water Level of Service standards set forth in the Capital
Improvements Element are hereby adopted estimating the availability
of facility capacity and demand generated by a proposed development
project for the Village of Tequesta's portion of the overall Village
system:
Maximum Day Water Consumption
• Residential: 180 gallons/capita/day
• Non -Residential: 3030 gallons/acre/day
• Includes irrigation
Policy: 1.4.7 The Village shall continue to review, improve and enhance its Computer
Billing System.
Policy: 1.4.8 The Village shall collect data on an on -going basis to differentiate
between residential and nonresidential uses.
Objective: 1.5.0 The Village shall incorporate and annually update its schedule of public
water facilities capital improvement needs into its Capital
Improvements Schedule. Capital Improvements needs are defined as
(1) those improvements necessary to correct existing deficiencies in
order to maximize the use of existing facilities; or
(2) those improvements necessary to meet projected future needs
without encouraging urban sprawl,
(3) those improvements necessary to achieve or maintain the adopted
Level of Service standards;
(4) those improvements necessary to replace worn-out or obsolete
facilities, and; (5) improvements that will otherwise assist in the
achievement of Comprehensive Plan goals, objectives and policies.
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Policy:1.5.1 The Village shall maintain a permitting procedure to ensure that
adequate facility capacity exists or will exist concurrently with
development to maintain adopted Level of Service Standards.
Policy: 1.5.2 Extension of service to any area within the Service Area is dependent
upon approval of both the Water Department and the Village Council
based upon:
• Availability of existing capacity as determined by the Water
Department;
• Cost effectiveness of provision of service on a long term basis; and
• The best interest of the Village.
Policy: 1.5.3 The Village shall maintain its on -going monitoring and maintenance
program for the potable water system as administered by the Water
Department.
Policy: 1.5.4 Proposed potable water facility capital improvement projects will be
evaluated and ranked according to the following priority level
guidelines:
Level One— whether the project is needed to (a) protect public health
and safety in order to fulfill the Village's legal commitment
to provide facilities and services; (b) to preserve or achieve
full use or efficiency of existing facilities; or achieve or
maintain the Level of Service Standard.
Level Two— whether the project: (a) prevents or reduces future
improvement costs; or (b) provides services to developed
areas currently lacking full service or promotes in -fill
development.
Level Three —whether the project represents a logical extension of
facilities and services within a designated Village Planning
Area.
Objective: 1.6.0 Seek to achieve an average potable water consumptive use of 175
gallons per capita per day (defined as the total amount of water used
by all consumers in the Village divided by the Village's population)
through the implementation of voluntary programs for existing
development and mandatory programs for new development and
redevelopment.
Policy: 1.6.1 The Village continues to design and implement the following water
conservation education water conservation education programs:
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• Increase public awareness by water bill messages, the Village
website, monthly newsletters, education programs at local schools,
meetings with homeowners and associations and other innovative
means.
• Provide literature racks at Village buildings for public information
purposes.
• Provide updates of water conservation goals, the success of on-
going programs, and new water -saving techniques and strategies.
Such updates should be coordinated with changes in season and
recommend appropriate irrigation adjustments.
• The Village Water Utilities Department will have a knowledgeable
employee who will be available for consultations on water
conservation strategies that may be used in site development plans
and in residential and non-residential buildings.
Policy: 1.6.2 The Village shall continue to meet individually with major water users
to identify and agree upon the implementation of specific water
reduction programs and goals which may include:
• The identification and use of alternative (non -potable) water
sources, where available.
• Specific operational changes which will reduce the amount of
water consumed in activities such as dish washing, building
maintenance, and vehicle washing.
• Limiting the number of days, time of day and/or length of time in
which irrigation systems are operated.
• Retrofitting existing systems such as shower heads, sink faucets,
toilets, and wash basins with new water -saving devices.
• Retrofitting existing irrigation systems with water saving devices
such as drip lines, timers, and tensiometers.
In all cases, expenditures made by the water consumer shall be
reasonable in terms of the benefits received as measured by the actual
amount of water saved, the dollar amount saved and the public
recognition received. However, a cost benefit ratio of 1.0 shall not
constitute the sole definition of reasonable. All consumers that are a
part of this program shall receive quarterly updates on their progress
toward the agreed upon goal.
Policy:1.6.3 Implement the following regulations which shall apply to new
development and redevelopment:
�_ • The use of xeriscape and native vegetation on a portion of
j� development sites.
r _ _ • The use of soil tensiometers or similar control mechanisms in all
irrigation systems.
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The use of in -home water saving plumbing devices such as low
volume showerheads and toilets.
Policy: 1.6.4 As part of the required Evaluation and Appraisal Report (EAR) the
Village shall specifically evaluate the effectiveness of all on -going water
conservation programs, and shall consider additional water
conservation techniques as appropriate and feasible.
Objective: 1.7.0 The Village of Tequesta shall update its 10-year Water Supply Facilities
Work Plan (Work Plan) as required by section 163.3177(6)(c), F.S. within
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Policy 1.7.1 The Village shall amend its Comprehensive Plan and Water Supply
Facilities Work Plan. as required by section 163.3177(6)(c), F.S. within
18 months after the governing board of the South Florida Water
Management District (SFWMD) approves its Lower East Coast Water
Supply Plan (LECWSP) Update. The last LECWSP update was approved
on September 12, 2013 by the SFWMD's governing board.
Policy 1.7.2 The Village of Teguesta's Work Plan is designed to assess current and
projected potable water demands: evaluate the sources and capacities
of available water supplies; and, identify those water supply projects,
using all available technologies necessary to meet the Village's water
demands for a ten-year period.
Policy: 1.7 33 Gemply with Incorporate by reference the 10 Year Water Supply
Facilities Work Plan adopted by the Village Council by Ordinance 20-14
dated February 12, 2015. and in rater wh Wt;rk Plan by referee e
me the GemprebeRsiye Plan. EAR -based Amendment
Policy: 1.7.2L4 Coordinate appropriate aspects of the Comprehensive Plan with the
South Florida Water Management District's Regional Water Supply Plan
adopted September 12, 2013 and with the Palm Beach County 10-Year
Water Supply Work Plan adopted in 2015. The Village shall amend its
Comprehensive Plan and Water Supply Facilities Work Plan. as required
to provide consistency with the District and County plans.
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UTILITIES ELEMENT, STORMWATER MANAGEMENT SUBELEMENT
Goal:1.0.0 Economical, sustainable, efficient and effective networks of
stormwater drainage facilities and services.
Objective: 1.1.0 The Village shall incorporate and annually update its five-year schedule
of stormwater drainage capital improvement projects into its Capital
Improvements Schedule. Capital Improvements needs are defined as:
(1) those public drainage improvements necessary to correct existing
deficiencies in order to maximize the use of existing facilities while
maintaining the adopted Level of Service, or (2) those public drainage
improvements necessary to meet projected future needs based upon
the adopted Level of Service without encouraging urban sprawl, and/or,
(3) improvements that will otherwise assist in the achievement of
Comprehensive Plan goals, objectives and policies.
Policy:1.1.1 The Village Stormwater utility shall maintain a 10-year Capital
Improvements schedule for storm water facilities as a guideline for
planning facilities over the long term.
Policy: 1.1.2 Expansion of drainage areas shall be based on ability to serve new
customers in a cost-effective manner without any reduction in the
adopted Level of Service within the drainage area for the present and
future customers.
Policy: 1.1.3 The Village shall implement capital projects to provide stormwater
drainage in accordance with its adopted Level of Service standard, and
shall include these projects in its Capital Improvements Schedule, as it
is annually updated. The Capital Improvements Schedule shall also
include capital projects being implemented and funded by other
agencies, such as the Jupiter Inlet District, to the extent that these
projects impact the Village's ability to achieve its Level of Service
Standard.
Objective:1.2.0 Village stormwater drainage regulations, incorporated within the
appropriate Village land development regulations, shall provide for
protection, and where possible, enhancement of natural drainage
features and ensure that future development utilizes storm water
management systems to protect the functions of recharge areas and
natural drainage features.
Policy: 1.2.1 The Village shall continue to actively enforce its existing landscaping
and open space requirements for new development with emphasis on
preserving native vegetation and the reduction of impervious areas.
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Policy:1.2.2 The Village shall continue its efforts to increase on -site
retention/detention capacity of drainage basins in order to minimize to
the extent possible stormwater runoff to the Loxahatchee River and
Intracoastal Waterway.
Policy: 1.2.3 The Village shall require new developments to limit post -development
runoff rates and volumes to pre -development conditions.
Policy:1.2.4 The Village shall protect and preserve water quality by use of
construction site Best Management Practices (BMP's) and the
incorporation of techniques such as on -site retention and/or detention,
use of pervious surfaces, native vegetation and Xeriscape Landscaping
practices when considering all proposals for development and/or
redevelopment.
Policy: 1.2.5 The Village shall maintain levels of pollutants at all outfalls within its
jurisdiction into the North and Northwest Forks of the Loxahatchee
River as part of its "Wet Weather" Sampling regulations of the National
Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Stormwater Permitting
Program.
Policy:1.2.6 The Village shall maintain levels of pollutants at all dry weather
sampling areas (areas with three (3) days of no rain) as part of its "Dry
Weather" Sampling regulations of the National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System Stormwater Permitting Program.
Policy: 1.2.7 The Village shall maintain water quality standards consistent with the
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Program on an
ongoing basis.
Policy: 1.2.8 The Village shall seek fundine to evaluate Gensm eF eval #F+g the
�^f„..We„eea& impact of sea level rise on the storm water system and
eew,klef adoptig environmental, and technically feasible strategies to
adapt to sea level impact and optimize benefits.
Objective: 1.3.0 The Village shall ensure through the land development approval process
that, at the time a building permit is issued, adequate public drainage
capacity is available or will be available at the time of occupancy.
Policy: 1.3.1 Protection from the degree of flooding that would result from a twenty-
five (25) year frequency, twenty-four (24) hour duration storm event is
hereby adopted as the Village's Level of Service Standard for
stormwater drainage facilities, and shall be used as the basis of
estimating the availability of capacity and demand generated by a
proposed development project.
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Policy: 1.3.2 All development and/or redevelopment activities shall be undertaken
in a manner consistent with adopted Level Service standards.
Policy: 1.3.3 All development and/or redevelopment activities associated with on -
site drainage facilities shall be designed and reviewed to maximize non-
structural techniques (i.e. on -site retention and/or detention, use of
pervious surfaces, swale areas, native vegetation and Xeriscape
landscaping) in combination with structural drainage facilities (i.e.
underground drainage facilities) to reduce storm water runoff,
maintain local recharge and protect water quality.
Policy: 1.3.4 The Village shall continue its routine maintenance program through the
inspection of catch basins, culverts, outfalls and retention areas as a
preventative measure against any major system failure, as required by
the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Program Stormwater
Permitting Program.
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UTILITIES ELEMENT, NATURAL GROUNDWATER AQUIFER RECHARGE SUBELEMENT
Goal: 1.0.0 The functions of natural groundwater aquifer recharge areas within
the Village will be protected and maintained.
Objective: 1.1.0 The Village shall develop an active program that provides for the
protection and maintenance of natural groundwater recharge areas,
including natural drainage features, within the Village to ensure or
enhance groundwater recharge to the surficial aquifer.
Policy: 1.1.1 The subdivision regulations shall include standards for inclusion of
recharge areas in open space preservation requirements.
Policy:1.1.2 The stormwater drainage regulations shall require will continue
requiring retention of stormwater runoff to maximize groundwater
recharge potential.
Policy: 1.1.3 The Village shall coordinate the development and implementation of
aquifer recharge area protection programs to meet national, State,
regional and local objectives.
Policy: 1.1.4 Continue to encourage and work closely with the Loxahatchee River
Environmental Control District (LRECD) to facilitate Irrigation Quality
water systems for irrigation usage.
Policy: 1.1.5 The Village shall eew,4--F support+re SFWMD efforts to maintain and
expand the regional groundwater monitoring network to assess the
movement of the saltwater front and ensure adequate data for
modeling progression of sea level rise and saltwater intrusion.
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CONSERVATION ELEMENT
Goal. 1.0.0 .
Sustainable growth and development will be accommodated in the
Village of Teguesto without compromising the biodiversity and
intrinsic value of its natural resources through conservation,
protection, enhancement, and management of these resources to
ensure a high quality natural environment.
Objective: 1.1.0 T , nder+ ke t h �p ,,ehieye eengpli6mr-e with F-ed xal ,.
The Village shall manage growth and development
to ensure that air quality within the Village shall meet or exceed the
minimum air quality standards in compliance with the National
Ambient Air Standards.
Policy: 1.1.1 Continue to landscape public areas and continue to require landscaping
as a part of new private development.
Policy: 1.1.2 The Village shall cooperate with Florida Department of Environmental
Protection WIDEN and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to
in the efforts of these agencies to enforce all standards and regulations
pertaining to the maintenance of air quality standards.
Policy: 1.1.3 Applicable FDEP and EPA permits for required pollution control devices
shall be obtained prior to construction of any project receiving a
building permit.
Policy: 1.1.4 The Village shall require all land areas exposed during construction be
treated with mulch, spray, grass or other appropriate methods to
minimize air pollution.
Policy: 1.1.5 The Village shall reduce the potential for vehicular emissions pollution
by the following means:
(a) Adopt and enforce provisions of the Tree Protection Ordinance to
protect and enhance the tree canopy to filter, collect and absorb
airborne pollutants;
(b) Provide more opportunities for alternative transportation modes
and support Complete Streets principles.
(c) Require the installation of bicycle racks in all new nonresidential
projects requiring, at a minimum, 20 or more parking spaces and
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the construction of pedestrian sidewalks in multi -family and
commercial projects.
(d) Provide where feasible bicycle racks in public parking facilities.
(e) Support the expansion of transit service and promote the
expansion of bicycle lanes, bicycle and pedestrian paths
throughout the Village.
Objective: 1.2.0 Require future development to restrict off -site runoff of stormwater
pollutants in accordance with drainage criteria established by the South
Florida Water Management District and the Urban Best Management
Practices established by area wide plans.
Policy:1.2.1 The Village shall maintain on -site stormwater retention/detention
criteria established by Chapter 62-302, F.A.C. and as administered by
the South Florida Water Management District and Palm Beach County
as part of its land development regulations.
Objective: 1.3.0 The Village shall continue implementing Florida Friendly Landscaping
regulations that provide for the preservation of a
minimum 50% 69% native vegetation that is indigenous to South Florida
on all new development and re -development sites.
Policy: 1.3.1 The Village shall support the U.S. Department of Interior, Bureau of
Land Management/ Palm Beach County Environmental Resource
Management Department Land Stewardship Memorandum of
Understanding to provide for joint management of the Jupiter Inlet
Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area. The Village shall support
preservation of native plant and animal species on Eco-Site #61, a 54
49.9-acre parcel located east of US-1 and north of County Road 707
(Beach Road) within the Village boundaries, as a component of this
effort.
Policy: 1.3.2 Continue to review all development applications in the context of the
pervious cover and landscaping provisions of the development code;
be particularly diligent in the review of any coastal zone projects such
as any development in mangrove areas.
Policy: 1.3.3 Work with Palm Beach County and State park officials to assure that
any park improvements are sensitive to the mangrove and other
vegetative/wildlife/marine habitats.
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Objective: 1.4.0 The Village shall require preservation of existing mangroves except
where the proposed use is for a water -dependent or water -related land
use deemed to be in the public interest in its mangrove protection
regulations.
Policy:1.4.1 The Village shall require preservation or mangrove mitigation (i.e.
replanting) through implementation of its adopted mangrove
regulations.
Policy: 1.4.2 Discourage development in coastal mangrove systems, except in cases
shown by assessment of all pertinent factors to be not contrary to the
public interest.
Policy: 1.4.3 Notwithstanding the intent of Objective 1.4.0 of this element, the
Village shall continue to restrict public works projects from disturbing
existing mangroves except where such work is essential to the
continued health, safety and welfare of the public.
Objective: 1.5.0 The Village shall protect natural wildlife areas and environmentally
sensitive lands by implementing the following policies.
Policy: 1.5.1 Continue to preserve all existing wetland areas identified on the
Coastal Zone & Conservation Map by adopting regulations that require
the protection of existing native wetland vegetation buffers adjacent
to the Loxahatchee River and Indian River Lagoon estuaries.
Policy: 1.5.2 The Village shall restrict development activities that may adversely
affect the survival of endangered and threatened wildlife species and
provide for the mitigation of development impacts on their habitats
and food sources by requiring an environmental assessment at the time
of a development or re -development proposal as part of the site plan
review process.
Objective: 1.6.0
threaten the stability 4 either the pr4FPGFy Gfune GF the -he-064 4;e
except es ved b; the 6tete.—All construction activities
seaward of the coastal construction control lines established pursuant
o s.161.053. F.S. shall be consistent with chapter 161.. F.S.
Policy: 1.6.1 No construction should be allowed that would threaten the stability of
either the dune systems or the beach itself. All new construction
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should be restricted to areas landward of the primary dune line, except
as may be approved by the state.
Policy:1.6.2 The Village should prohibit new development east of the State
designated coastal construction setback line, except as may be
approved by the State, or unless the Village establishes more restrictive
provisions at the local level. In such cases, the local provisions should
be adhered to.
Policy:1.6.3 The Village should establish new setback lines in local codes or
ordinances if the state setback lines prove to be inadequate.
Objective: 1.7.0 The Village shall, through its landscape regulations, require the use of
native vegetation to stabilize the dune system identified in the Coastal
Zone & Conservation Map as described in the support documentation.
Policy: 1.7.1 In the areas where beaches and dunes are being eroded, the Village
should continue to encourage a multijurisdictional approach to
stabilization and restoration projects, preferably by using native
vegetation as a stabilizing medium.
Policy: 1.7.2 Where appropriate, previously disturbed indigenous vegetation areas
should be renourished and replanted.
Objective: 1.8.0 The Village shall require the dedication of public access easements for
new developments in the coastal area.
Policy:1.8.1 When appropriate, the Village should seek means and innovative
techniques to allow proper access to beaches while protecting the
integrity of the dune system in such future beach acquisitions.
Objective: 1.9.0 Prevent certain motorized vehicles from driving on the primary dunes
except in emergency situations.
Policy: 1.9.1 Village ordinances and regulations should delineate which motorized
vehicles are to be prohibited from driving on the primary dunes.
Objective:1.10.0 To r-tgP,;ideFedeptiag Adopt and implementigg strategies which
increase community resiliency and protect property, infrastructure, and
cultural and natural resources from the impacts of climate change,
including sea level rise, changes in rainfall patterns, and extreme
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Policy: 1.10.1 The Village of Tequesta shall Eaas+der coordinate+ng with Palm Beach
County, other agencies, local governments, and the private sector to
develop initiatives and goals to address climate change.
Policy: 1.10.2 The Village of Tequesta shall-eaasidef coordinateig with Palm Beach
County to integrate consideration of climate change impacts, and
adaptation and mitigation strategies, into existing and future system-
wide planning, operations, policies, and programs.
Policy: 1.10.3 The Village of Tequesta shall eeasidef implemente44g climate change
adaptation and mitigation measures to the extent practical.
Policy: 1.10.4 The Village of Tequesta shall consider the use of mitigation strategies
to increase energy efficiency and conservation, and to reduce
greenhouse gas emissions. These could include, but are not limited to,
land use and transportation strategies such as encouraging compact
residential development, providing incentives for mixed use and
redevelopment that maximize internal trip capture, improving access
to transit, improving non -motorized movement, requiring
interconnectivity among adjoining parcels, and providing incentives for
green building methods.
Goal:2.0.0 The complete consideration of identified use limitations in future
coastal zone planning and management decisions by the Village.
Objective: 2. 1. 0 The Village Code of Ordinances shall provide for the continued
conservation and protection of the quality and quantity of waters that
flow into estuarine or oceanic waters within its jurisdiction by providing
for the review of all development activities in or impacting the coastal
area as part of its development review process.
Policy: 2.1.1 The Village shall continue to require, as part of its development review
process, the submittal of a drainage/environmental statement
describing how the proposed development will affect the estuarine
water quality of the Class III waters of the Village by amending its Code
of Ordinances.
Policy: 2.1.2 The Village shall continue to review all proposed developments within
the coastal area for consistency with on -going planning efforts for the
Loxahatchee River Estuary and the Indian River Aquatic Lagoon Aquatic
Preserve by cooperating with the Palm Beach County Department of
Environmental Resource Management and the Florida Department of
Environmental Protection.
Policy: 2.1.3 The Village shall continue to protect water quality and quantity by
restricting activities and land uses known to adversely affect identified
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water sources such as natural ground water aquifer recharge areas and
wellhead protection areas.
Objective: 2.2.0 The Village shall recognize the unique estuarine environment of the
Indian River Lagoon Aquatic Preserve and prohibit development along
its shores that will destroy or disturb the vital sea grasses within its
jurisdiction through its Code of Ordinances.
Policy: 2.2.1 The Village shall continue to prohibit development or modification of
the shoreline within the Indian River Lagoon Aquatic Preserve, with the
following exceptions: 1) water -dependent and water -related land uses
such as marinas, provided that the siting of such shall be consistent
with the Marina Siting ordinance; 2) modification or development
deemed necessary for the continued health, safety and welfare of the
public.
Objective: 2.3.0 The Village shall provide for the protection of the Indian River Lagoon
Aquatic Preserve by prohibiting development in the area that will
degrade or otherwise adversely affect the water quality or wetlands of
this unique estuarine environment through its Code of Ordinances.
Objective: 2.4.0 The Village shall ecncourage local residents within the hurricane flood
areas to utilize the flood insurance programs developed by the Federal
Insurance Administration, such as the National Flood Insurance
Program (NFIP).
Policy: 2.4.1 The Village shall continue to make available to Village residents and
developers information on flood zones, flood rates and flood insurance.
Objective: 2.5.0 The Village shall review its internal drainage system and analyze its
capability of providing proper relief from flooding. Based upon this
analysis, the Village shall provide for necessary improvements to the
existing system through updates to the Capital Improvements Program.
Policy: 2.5.1 The Village shall implement capital projects to provide stormwater
drainage in accordance with its adopted Level of Service standard, and
shall include these projects in its Capital Improvements Schedule, as it
is annually updated. The Capital Improvements Schedule shall also
include capital projects being implemented and funded by other
agencies, such as the Jupiter Inlet District, to the extent that these
projects impact the Village's ability to achieve its Level of Service
Standard.
Policy: 2.5.2 The Village shall continue to maintain land development regulations
that limit the amount of impervious area permitted in the development
of flood prone areas by enforcing minimum green space requirements
pursuant to a master drainage plan for the coast area.
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Objective: 2.6.0 The Village shall m44aintain, create and expand outdoor recreational
facilities in the coastal zone.
Policy: 2.6.1 The Village shall continue to encourage public access easements to the
beaches and shoreline in the coastal area through its Code of
Ordinances.
Policy:2.6.2 coastal areas should provide opportunities for appreciation of and
education about coastal and wildlife resources, while not degrading or
negatively impacting these resources.
Objective: 2.7.0 The Village shall a€stablish and maintain land use controls that will
encourage recreational -oriented development and allow for future
expansion of recreation facilities in desired areas of the jurisdiction.
Policy:2.7.1 The Village should consider lease arrangements of public areas to
private entities to develop recreational facilities, when appropriate.
Objective: 2.8.0 The Village shall a€ncourage air monitoring programs to continue
throughout the area by local pollution control agencies.
Policy: 2.8.1 The Village should continue to support efforts of local pollution control
agencies to monitor air quality in the Village.
Policy:2.8.2 The Village should coordinate and cooperate with local pollution
control agencies to assure appropriate local input.
Objective: 2.9.0 The Village shall maintain water conservation measures to provide for
emergency conservation of water services.
Policy:2.9.1 The Village -rti-ii .,, .,+.:., ulating the F R f
ha;tard „; w +^l; ARAI,'.(Relocated below) The Village will
continue to cooperate with the South Florida Water Management
District (SFWMD) in its efforts to restrict the unnecessary consumption
of potable water, particularly as it relates to irrigation, lawn watering,
and car washing during periods of draught, supply reduction, and other
emergencies.
Objective: 2.10.0 The Village shall maintain measures regulating the management of
hazardous wastes and materials.
Policy:2.10.1 The Village shall maintain an ordinance regulating the storage and
disposal of hazardous wastes and materials.
Policy: 2.10.2 The Village shall provide for the management of hazardous wastes to
protect natural resources through its local Haz-Mat team.
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Policy: 2.94.10.3 The Village shall maintain measures regulating the management of
hazardous wastes and materials.
Objective:2.11.0 T-questG--v:;;* The Village shall protect and conserve mangroves,
wetlands and seagrasses to ensure that there will be no net loss of the
existing natural resources within the Village.
Policy:2.11.1 Mangrove, wetlands and seagrass areas within the Village shall be
deemed environmentally sensitive, in recognition of their many natural
functions and values, and shall be protected from incompatible land
uses. The Village shall afford protection to all these resources
regardless of size.
Policy: 2.11.2 The definition of mangroves and wetlands to be used for regulatory
purposes by the Village shall be the most comprehensive definitions
used by the South Florida Water Management District, the Florida
Department of Environmental Protection and the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers. Representatives of these agencies will be contacted for
assistance in identifying the location of all wetland areas within the
Village.
Policy: 2.11.3 The location of mangrove and wetland areas shall be identified by
survey at the time of site development review on a site -by -site basis.
The Village shall not issue a development order or permit for a parcel
until all wetland areas on that parcel or immediately adjacent to the
proposed development have been identified and located.
Policy: 2.11.4 No development, including residential development, shall be permitted
within mangrove or other wetland areas unless project alternatives
that would avoid mangrove and wetland impacts are unavailable and
mitigation is provided by the applicant to offset adverse impacts. For
purposes of this policy, sufficient mitigation is as required by Pa
A..dn,iAiSt.ative Eerie Roles 17 312-400—threu01; 17 312.390
Sections 403.9321-403.9333 the "Mangrove Trimming and
Preservation Act". It is intended that all standards in these citations are
to apply to all new development and redevelopment and that any
exemptions or exceptions in these citations, including project size
thresholds, are not applicable.
Policy: 2.11.5 The Village shall permit the following within mangrove, seagrass and
wetland areas: elevated piers, docks, and walkways of no more than
five feet in width, unless vehicular access in the form of a golf cart or
similar vehicle is necessary, in conjunction with a permit from the
Florida Department of Environmental Protection, pursuant to ChapteF
17 27, F.A.C. Sections 403.9321-403.9333 the "Mangrove Trimming
and Preservation Act."
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Policy:2.11.6 Within mangrove, seagrass and wetland areas, all piers, docks and
walkways shall be constructed on pilings.
Policy: 2.11.7 No pier, dock or walkway shall be located on submerged land which is
vegetated with seagrasses except as is necessary to reach waters at a
depth prescribed by the state Department of Environmental
Protection. The docking terminus shall not be located over a seagrass
bed.
Policy: 2.11.8 Bulkheads and seawalls shall be permitted only to stabilize disturbed
shorelines or to replace deteriorated existing bulkheads and seawalls.
Riprap shall be placed at the toe of all replaced bulkheads and seawalls.
Policy: 2.11.9 No dredging or filling shall be permitted within mangrove and wetland
areas or on seagrass beds in the Village unless project alternatives that
would avoid mangrove, wetland and seagrass impacts are unavailable
and sufficient mitigation is provided by the applicant to offset adverse
impacts. For purposes of this policy, sufficient mitigation is as required
by Cleri.d.a A.&M a Rk#;.r*.,,, Ge de Rule; 1 7_A121 300 t ....ugh 17 912 330
Sections 403.9321-403.9333 the "Mangrove Trimming and
Preservation Act". It is intended that all standards in these citations are
to apply to all new development and redevelopment and that any
exemptions or exceptions in these citations, including project size
thresholds, are not applicable.
Policy: 2.11.10 Drain fields for septic tanks shall not be permitted in mangrove and
wetlands areas.
Policy: 2.11.11 Graywater discharge shall not be permitted in mangrove and wetlands
areas except as may be required by the Loxahatchee River
Environmental Control District (LRECD) and as permitted pursuant to
flerida Ad,;,nristfat+ve—Cede, Ch. 17 � 619 a�l76ll,
Sections 403.9321-403.9333 the "Mangrove Trimming and
Preservation Act", and with Village approval.
Policy:2.11.12 Require a buffer zone of native upland edge vegetation around
mangrove and wetland areas to protect these areas from the impacts,
including stormwater runoff, of adjacent development. The buffer
zone shall consist of preserved native vegetation, including canopy,
understory and ground cover. If there is no native vegetation on the
site, a planted vegetative buffer shall be required. The buffer zone shall
begin at the upland limit of any mangrove or wetland area, including
the transitional vegetation zone, and shall be no less than twenty-five
(25) feet in width at any point unless otherwise not achievable due to
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platting, right-of-way easements, utility easements, or existing access
easements existing at the time of adoption of this comprehensive plan.
Policy:2.11.13 The Village shall continue to implement the Wetlands Protection
Section of the Palm Beach County Unified Land Development Code and
shall continue to review and comment on wetland alteration
applications being reviewed by other agencies to ensure that no
activity results in the net loss of wetland values and functions. Ensure
that the following steps are taken, in order, when assessing proposed
activities that may result in wetlands impact: 1. Avoidance of wetland
impacts, 2. Minimization of unavoidable wetlands impacts and 3.
Compensation for wetland impacts through mitigation; Require, for
any wetland that is degraded or destroyed, that mitigation be provided
through the creation of new wetland habitat, through the restoration
of degraded habitat, or through the enhancement of functions and
values provided by existing habitat. Mitigation efforts that include
creating new wetland habitat shall be designed, constructed, and
maintained in a manner which will reflect the habitat being altered,
degraded or destroyed; Designate appropriate and inappropriate uses
for wetlands, including the use of wetlands for wastewater treatment,
to ensure that the functions and values of existing wetland systems are
maintained or enhanced; do not allow activities that would diminish
the functions and values of wetlands by altering the quantity or timing
if water availability to existing wetlands or altering their water regimes;
Require, when reviewing development activities adjacent to or within
wetland areas, that a buffer zone of native vegetation, which may
include canopy, understory and ground cover, as appropriate, be
provided and maintained around all wetlands. The area requirements
for the buffer zone shall be consistent with the Treasure Coast Strategic
Regional Policy Plan; and support wetland creation, restoration,
enhancement, and preservation and shall encourage public and private
sector initiatives for these efforts.
Policy:2.11.15 The Village shall conserve and protect wetlands by directing
incompatible future land uses away from wetlands; or where
incompatible uses are allowed, mitigation shall be a means to
compensate for loss of wetlands functions and consistent with Policy
2.13.4 of this element.
Objective: 2.12.0 The Village shall implement measures to identify and protect native
wildlife and their habitats, including state and federally protected plant
and animal species (endangered, threatened and species of special
concern), within proposed development sites, and protect these natural
resources from the impacts of development.
Policy: 2.12.1 Require the evaluation and proper management of native wildlife and
vegetative communities including endangered, threatened, and
species of special concern by requiring that all proposed development
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sites of 5 acres or more, regardless of use, be surveyed by an ecologist,
biologist or other similar professional for the presence of State and
federally protected plant and animal species. Criteria for site surveys
shall be specified in the Village's land development regulations and are
to be professionally accepted techniques for such surveys. Site surveys
shall address the size and distribution of the native habitat, wildlife and
listed species populations within a proposed development site, the
feasibility and viability of on -site protection and management, whether
the proposed development site includes a wildlife corridor, and the
feasibility of maintaining the wildlife corridor. The survey shall also
address the appropriateness of mitigation to an acceptable off -site
location in the event that on -site mitigation is shown to be ineffective.
Protection of any wildlife and protected plant and animal species found
on the site and their habitat will be required as part of the overall
development plan submitted for development approval.
Policy: 2.12.2 The Village shall request the assistance of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service, the Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission, Florida
Department of Environmental Protection, or other applicable state or
federal agency in the implementation of recovery programs for state
and federally protected plant and animal species as part of the
development plan for sites of 5 acres or more in size; or for sites less
than 5 acres that are identified by state or federal agencies.
Policy:2.12.3 For development on sites less than 5 acres, the Village's land
development regulations shall require the retention and use of native
vegetation on -site to fulfill part of the landscaping requirements;
require the protection of specimen trees (specimen trees shall be
defined as those trees which have a diameter at breast height (dbh) of
twelve inches or more); require the use of tree protection barriers
during the time heavy construction equipment is used on -site for land
clearing and delivery of building materials; and, require site
development design using such techniques as clustering and locating
driveways and roadways on the least environmental sensitive portion
of the site.
Objective: 2.13.0 The Village shall require the conservation and use of native plant
species in the developed landscape and prohibit the spread of exotic
nuisance species such as Australian pines, melaleuca, Brazilian pepper
and other species as set forth on the most current list supplied by Palm
Beach County.
Policy:2.13.1 The Village shall require the use of native plant species in the
landscaping of new development projects and additions to existing
projects and require the removal of exotic nuisance plants from the
sites of new development.
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Policy: 2.13.2 The Village shall maintain and distribute a recommended native plant
list and other educational materials to increase public awareness of the
need to utilize native plant species in the developed landscape and
eliminate exotic nuisance plants from exiting developed areas.
Policy: 2.13.4 The Village shall maintain its program to plant native trees in public
rights of -way and other public lands, whenever practical, thereby
adding to the Village's aesthetic appeal and providing habitat for urban
wildlife.
Policy: 2.13.5 The Village shall develop programs on Village -owned or leased lands to
eliminate exotic nuisance plant species.
Objective: 2.14.0 The Village shall seek to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and conserve
energy resources.
Policy: 2.14.1 The Village shall promote mixed use development, defined as a mixture
of residential and non-residential land uses in a design -unified,
pedestrian friendly environment with multi -modal transportation
connectivity to other areas, at appropriate locations. A major purpose
of mixed -use development shall be to provide opportunities to live,
work, shop and recreate in a walkable area, and to reduce automobile
dependence and greenhouse gas emissions.
Policy:2.14.2 The Village shall encourage the implementation of low impact
development techniques and green building standards that reduce the
negative environmental impacts of development and redevelopment
by: locating building sites away from environmentally sensitive areas;
promoting the preservation of natural resources; providing for on -site
mitigation of impacts (i.e. retention and treatment of stormwater
runoff, water reuse, Master Stormwater Management Systems);
promoting energy conservation through design, landscaping and
building techniques (i.e. solar power, increased tree canopies);
promoting water conservation through landscaping and building
design; ensuring environmentally friendly building practices (i.e. use of
environmentally friendly building materials, recycled materials), and;
considering the development of a Green Building Ordinance and a
related LEED Certification Program for development and redevelop-
ment, including the development of a Neighborhood Development
Rating System that integrates the principles of smart growth, urbanism
and green building into a national system for neighborhood design.
Policy: 2.14.3 The Village shall seek to limit greenhouse gas emissions through the
implementation of strategies to reduce the number of vehicle miles
travelled. These strategies may include but not be the promotion of
mixed use development that provides for a mixture of residential and
non-residential land uses in a pedestrian friendly environment with
multi -modal transportation connectivity to other areas; promoting the
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use of alternate transportation modes as specified herein, including
mass transit, bicycles, and pedestrianism, and; requiring
Transportation Demand Management Programs as a condition for
development approvals.
Objective: 2.15.0 The Village shall implement the Water Supply Facilities Work Plan to
ensure that adequate water supplies and public facilities are available
to serve the water supply demands of any population growth the Town
may experience.
Policy: 2.15.1 The Village shall coordinate the planning of potable water and sanitary
sewer facilities, water supply sources, demands, other services and
level -of -service standards with the Loxahatchee River Environmental
Control District (LRECD), Palm Beach County, Martin County, South
Florida Water Management District, and through the Lower East Coast
Water Supply Plan Update, as necessary.
Policy: 2.15.2 The Village will cooperate with the ' emahate-h^^ River^f1+."+ (LRECD)
to jointly develop methodologies and procedures for biannually
updating estimates of system demand and capacity, and ensure that
sufficient capacity to serve development exists.
Policy:2.15.3 If in the future there are issues associated with water supply,
conservation or reuse the Village will immediately contact the
LRECD to address the corresponding
issue(s). In addition, the Village will follow adopted communication
protocols with the ' e-Kah.,+,.► ee RiYeF DiStFiGt (LRECD) communicate
and/or prepare an appropriate action plan to address any relevant
issue associated with water supply, conservation or reuse.
Policy:2.15.4 The Village will encourage the use of high efficiency toilets,
showerheads, faucets, clothes washers and dishwashers that are
Energy Star rated and WaterSense certified in all new and retrofitted
residential projects.
Policy:2.15.5 The Village will encourage the use of Florida Friendly Landscape
guidelines and principals; gutter downspouts, roof runoff, and rain
harvesting through the use of rain barrels and directing runoff to
landscaped areas; drip irrigation or micro -sprinklers; and the use of
porous surface materials (bricks, gravel, turf block, mulch, pervious
concrete, etc.) on walkways, driveways and patios.
Policy: 2.15.6 The Village will participate, when warranted, in the SFWMD's Water
Savings Incentive Program (WaterSlP) for large-scale retrofits as
recommended by the Lower East Coast Water Supply Plan.
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Policy: 2.15.7 The Village shall cooperate and comply with Palm Beach County's
Wellfield Protection Ordinance for existing and future public water
wells.
Policy:2.15.8 The Village shall eaask4eF seek funding to implement the
recommendations of the Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change
Compact to reduce the impact of Sea Level Rise (SLR) and salt water
intrusion into the aquifer feeding Village's wells.
Policy: 60'02.15.9 The Village shall seek ways to optimize the integrity of its recharge
areas and minimize future degradation affecting water supply quality
and quantity by limiting adverse usage, adding additional recharge
areas, and/or alternate water supply areas.
Policy: G.'�R 1:7102.15.10 The Village shall consider the recommendations of the Southeast
Florida Regional Climate Change Compact to reduce the impact of Sea
Level Rise (SLR) and salt water intrusion into the aquifers feeding
Village's wells.
Policy: 64-34$2.15.11 The Village shall consider conservation initiatives addressing sea
level oroiections as adopted by the southeast Florida Regional Climate
Change Compact.
Policy: 64,34-9 2.15.12 The Village shall work to protect existing wellfields and water
supplies, and plan for infrastructure replacement and wellfield
relocation as needed in accordance with state rules, water policy, and
in consideration of potential increased coastal flooding, sea level rise,
saltwater intrusion, and other potential future climate change impacts.
Policy: 64449 2.15.14 The Village, in cooperation with the United States Geological
Survey (USGS) and the SFWMD, shall establish source -water (wellfield)
monitoring and protection programs.
Policy: 64-,3-.2= 2.15.15 The Village shall protect the Surficial Aquifer System by controlling
land uses and preventing any use that might contaminate or reduce the
quality level of the aquifers.
Policy: 604-.3-4=2.15.16 To further protect and conserve the Surficial Aquifer, and protect
against sea level rise and future climate change impacts. the Village
shall seek funding for studies to research BUFSWiRg ^FOmeCtS
that enhancing aquifer recharge and investigate utilization of
alternative water resources to supplement and broaden the Village's
future water supply sources. These potential sources include but are
not limited to, Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR), desalination,
capture and storage of excess storm water, appropriately treated
reclaimed water, and other technologies addressed in the 2013 Lower
East Coast Water Supply Plan Update of the SFWMD.
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Poliay�. . 2.15.17The Village shall continue to enforce the land development regulations
that require a minimum of fifty (50) percent of all required trees to be
native vegetation and twenty-five (25) percent of all other required
plants to be native vegetation species to satisfy landscaping
requirements as a condition of development or permit approval.
Policy: 644-4 2.15.18The Village shall maintain and seek to expand the Village's inventory of
green permeable open space so as to provide maximum area for
shallow aquifer recharge and Stormwater filtration/percolation,
oxygen production, visual buffer and wildlife habitat. This shall be
accomplished through implementation of land development
regulations, additional parks and open space.
Policy: &4-44 2.15.19The Village shall implement land clearance regulations requiring the
removal of invasive exotics plants and the preservation and
reestablishment of native vegetative communities to the greatest
extent practicable, considering climate adaption needs and strategies
for assisting in natural migration, thereby enhancing wildlife habitat.
Policy: 64," 2.15.20The Village shall implement strategies to address -the climate
adaptation needs of native plants and animal species.
Policy: 6-1-4.4 15,21The Village shall e944si implement strategies to promote44R species
diversity, the planting of native landscapes, and sustainable urban
forest landscape practices in order to protect the health and resiliency
of our natural resources from the impacts of climate change.
Policy: 6�10 2.15.22 The Village shall cow;avdc^-r coordinate with Palm Beach County to
assess++g,the vulnerability of specific species, habitats, landscapes, and
ecosystem functions that may be sensitive to climate change and
develop coping strategies and contingency plans for their adaptation,
such as identifying habitats that may be viable during climate
disturbances and could potentially serve to give refuge to and sustain
at -risk species.
Objective: 6,1-.�2.16.0 The Village shall work locally and cooperate regionally to improve
energy conservation, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from
government operations and the community, and work to minimize air
quality and ecosystem impacts in order to reduce the carbon footprint
by and enhance economic and community resiliency.
Policy: 612.16.1 The Village shall
identify specific strategies to guide energy efficiency accounting fef
existing—ar�f-.te—eleetFicI;oWeFgeReFatie;rand
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RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE ELEMENT
Goal: 1.0.0 The development of a sustainable recreation and open space system
that adequately provides for the current and projected recreational
needs of the Village and enhances its built and natural environment
by providing active and passive recreation opportunities.
Objective: 1.1.0 Maintain community and neighborhood parks and facilities meeting the
current and future needs of all age groups in Tequesta.
Policy: 1.1.1 Provide recreation facilities which offer sufficient choice and variety for
all age groups.
Policy: 1.1.2 Continue the implementation of recreation programs for Tequesta Park
that complement and enhance the use of the Village's recreational
facility assets, with periodic evaluations of how these programs are
meeting the recreation needs of the Village.
Objective: 1.2.0 As part of the development approval process, require that recreation
areas be provided as a part of the development, or accept a recreation
fee in lieu of land, where and when appropriate, in order to maintain a
sustainable recreation system for the community.
Policy: 1.2.1 The Village shall continue to zone all properties utilized or targeted for
recreation and open space purposes as R/OP, Recreation/Open Space.
Objective: 1.3.0 Continue to coordinate development which allows safe and easy access
to recreational facilities outside and within the Village's corporate limits
in a manner that is consistent with the Transportation Element of this
Plan and the Village of Tequesta Capital Improvement Program.
Policy: 1.3.1 The Village should provide for safe access to recreation areas by making
road improvements and pathway improvements compatible with
surrounding development patterns and consistent with the Village
Capital Improvement Program and Transportation Element.
Policy: 1.3.2 Existing roads and thoroughfares should be considered as primary
locations for the accommodation of bicycle traffic when they lead to
the Village's park and recreation facilities, and encourage bicycle paths
in the parks.
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Policy: 1.3.3 Obtain easements or use road rights -of -way for bicycle and pedestrian
paths well in advance of development where they are desired
consistent with Complete Street principles.
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Policy: 1.3.4 In providing pathways with safe access to recreational areas, the Village
should coordinate this activity with surrounding involved governments
by reviewing Comprehensive Plans and Capital Improvement Programs
of adjacent governments as part of the annual budgetary process.
Objective: 1.4.0 Continue to expand recreational facilities with the growth of the Village
to meet the needs of the residents and Level of Service Standards.
Policy: 1.4.1 Preserve currently allocated recreational areas within the Village by
zoning those parcels and properties R/OP, Recreation/Open Space
district.
Policy: 1.4.2 Strive to meet minimum standards for recreation open space, service
areas, and facilities as established in the Policy 1.4.5 of this Element.
Policy: 1.4.3 Encourage the use of private recreation facilities within the Village and
work cooperatively with the private sector to provide public recreation
areas in future developments as part of the site plan review process.
Policy: 1.4.4 Through cooperative arrangements, encourage the use of existing
school and publicly owned recreation facilities in the North County area
to meet the recreation needs of Village residents.
Policy: 1.4.5 The following Level of Service Standards, Fef'"r*i^" Palm Reach Ge--Rty
standafdS, shall apply to recreation and open space facilities within the
Village of Tequesta.
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Classification Area/Activity Standard (Unit/Population)
Neighborhood Parks 2 acres/1,000
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Policy: 1.4.6 The Village shall continue maintaining and enforceing landscaping
regulations which establish landscaping and open space definitions,
standards and regulations consistent with Florida Friendly Landscaping
requirements.
Policy: 1.4.7 The Village should continue to work cooperatively with the Federal
Government and Palm Beach County to direct the development of the
Coast Guard property north of CR 707 for future recreation/open
space, culture/civic and/or other appropriate public use. Since there is
similar federally owned property south to CR 707 within the corporate
limits of the Town of Jupiter, the Village should investigate
coordination with their work toward similar development of the entire
area.
Objective: 1.5.0 Consider utilizing methods of obtaining additional land to increase the
community and neighborhood recreational facilities within the
corporate limits of Tequesta when necessary.
Policy: 1.5.1 Establish methods for the use of and or purchase of privately owned
lands suitable for recreation in order to increase the existing inventory
of recreation areas and open space facilities.
Policy: 1.5.2. The Village shall consider seeking land donations from property owners
and financial contributions from the private sector for the development
of recreational opportunities.
Policy: 1.5.3 The Village shall coordinate ways and means for private developers to
provide public recreation facilities within their developments.
Policy: 1.5.4. The Village shall encourage co-sponsorship of recreational and cultural
events, such as races, greenmarkets, festivals and athletic events, using
Village facilities as a location for these events.
Objective: 1. 6. 0 Continue to receive and consider citizen input in determining
recreational needs of the community.
Policy: 1.6.1 Encourage citizen participation in determining recreation facility needs
for the various existing and future neighborhood recreation
developments by adhering to the public participation procedures
established by this Plan.
Policy:1.6.2 Maintain citizen input in the planning of additional recreational
facilities within the Village by adhering to the public participation
procedures established by this Plan.
Objective: 1.7.0 Encourage the protection and supplementation of the existing tree
canopy, a vital community and environmental asset, in order to sustain
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the resource and maintain the environmental benefits provided by
mature tree canopies.
Policy: 1.7.1 Consider acquiring and preserving open space lands for purposes of
recreation. habitat protection and enhancement.
Policy: 1.7.2 Consider the community's street trees as infrastructure and strive to
preserve and protect these trees as a community and private property
asset.
Policy: 1.7.3 The Village shall encourage Tree and Landscape Ordinances to support
sustainable development principles of tree preservation as a key
element in retention and provision of plant materials, and minimize
impact to the existing site resources.
Policy: 1.7.4 The Village shall support Public/Private beautification efforts on public
property and encourage private maintenance agreements.
Obiective: 1.8.0 Coordinate with the Southeast Florida Regional Greenways and Trails
Plan, the Village's greenwav and trail initiatives throughout its
geographical boundary and along its waterfront areas,
Policy: 1.8.1 Consider adopting Southeast Florida Regional Greenways and Trails
Plan to coordinate the development of a future greenways and trails
network within the Village that connects to County trails and facilities.
Policy:1.8.2 Seek funding opportunities for acquisition, development and
maintenance of sites for greenwav corridors.
Policy: 1.8.3 Utilize future park and open space acquisition opportunities to connect
the Village's existing park and open space into a coordinated greenwav
and trail system
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INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION ELEMENT
Goal. 1.0.0 Coordinate with other governmental entities for the purpose of
maintaining a sustainable and high quality of life for the residents
of Tequesta and achieving te-askieue mutually beneficial goals.
Objective: 1. 1. 0 The Village of Tequesta shall participate in intergovernmental
coordination processes with neighboring municipalities, Palm Beach
County, Martin County, the Palm Beach County School Board, and other
agencies charged with planning and review activities to ensure that full
consideration is given to the extra jurisdictional impacts of proposed
Comprehensive Plan amendments and development requests, and that
such impacts are appropriately mitigated and addressed.
Policy: 1.1.1 The Village of Tequesta shall (identify those development activities
which affect other jurisdictions, and evaluate the impacts of such
activities at the time of development and as part of the site plan review
process. Conversely, the Village of Tequesta shall coordinate with
adjacent local governments to ensure that they consider the impacts
of development occurring within their boundaries on the Village of
Tequesta, and ensure that these impacts are adequately considered
and addressed.
Policy: 1.1.2 The Village of Tequesta shall 44recognize that planning and zoning
initiated by the Village can have diverse effects on neighboring
jurisdictions and develop procedures by which such external effects
can be addressed as part of the site plan review process established in
the Village Zoning Code 9FdiRaaEp. Conversely, the Village of Tequesta
shall recognize that planning and zoning initiated by surrounding
jurisdictions may affect the Village, and urge these jurisdictions to
address these external effects through the appropriate development
review procedures and mechanisms.
Policy: 1.1.3 The Village of Tequesta shall coordinate its Comprehensive Plans, land
development regulations, and planning programs with the plans and
programs of surrounding jurisdictions, including Martin County, to
provide for greater compatibility and the achievement of mutually
beneficial goals.
Policy:1.1.4 The Village of Tequesta shall continue to participate in the
Intergovernmental Planning and Review Committee (IPARC) process
with its fellow municipalities ek4er,, County, School Board, South Florida
Water Management District and various special districts that opt to
participate in order to implement a countywide intergovernmental
coordination program for reviewing proposed changes to
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comprehensive plans of adjacent local governments and the plans of
other units of local government providing services but not having
regulatory authority over the use of land.
Policy: 1.1.5 The Village of Tequesta shall continue to participate in the "Multi -
Jurisdictional Issues Coordination Forum Interlocal Agreement" with its
fellow cities, County, School Board, South Florida Water Management
District and various special districts that opt to participate in order to
implement a multi -jurisdictional issues forum to facilitate the
identification and possible resolution of countywide issues by providing
a vehicle for consensus building through the joint research and
discussion of issues.
Policy: 1.1.6 Although there are no schools that are part of the State University
system located or planned to be located in the Village of Tequesta at
present, in the event that such a school is located in the Village in the
future, the Village shall coordinate with the school regarding the
development of campus master plans or amendments thereto, in
accordance with Section 240.155, F.S.
Policy: 1.1.7 The Village of Tequesta shall coordinate with agencies charged with
planning and/or review responsibilities at all levels of government in
order to address issues of mutual concern, and achieve mutually
beneficial goals.
Policy: 1.1.8 The Village of Tequesta shall C-communicate with adjacent jurisdictions
regarding projected impacts of new developments, redevelopment
and changes in local government.
Policy: 1.1.9 The Village of Tequesta shall Arespond in a prompt and thorough
manner to review and comment requests from other governments and
agencies.
Policy: 1.1.10 The Village of Tequesta shall C-coordinate with other governments
entities and agencies including the Town of Jupiter, Jupiter Inlet
Colony, Martin and Palm Beach Counties, the Palm Beach County
School Board, the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Agency, and the
State by reviewing their comprehensive plans, proposed amendments,
and/or other planning documents.
Policy: 1.1.11 The Village of Tequesta shall Gcoordinate the Comprehensive Plan with
the Treasure Coast Strategic Regional Policy Plan, and utilize the
Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council ' dispute
resolution process to resolve conflicts with other local governments,
""L01 11A11 regional agencies, and private interests on planning and growth
manaeement issues. EAR -based amendment
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Policy: 1.1.12 The Village of Tequesta shall Alnotify potentially affected entities,
jurisdictions and/or service providers of actions that may create an
impact on public facilities and services in other jurisdictions.
Policy: 1.1.13 The Village of Tequesta shall enter into interlocal agreements with
neighboring entities, jurisdictions and/or service providers in order to
address how the cost for impacts to public facilities and services will be
borne, and by whom, when the impacts are imposed upon other
entities, jurisdictions and/or service providers. Interlocal-Agreements
and the IPARC Process will be used to identify and implement joint
planning areas, when deemed to be appropriate.
Objective:1.2.0 To consider strengthening existing interlocal mechanisms which
provide a means of discussing and implementing sea level rise, social,
environmental and service programs for mutual benefit.
Policy: 1.2.1 The Village of Tequesta shall PFGFBete the ^UF^^S^S and participate in
and cooperate with area wide organizations as
the , the Loxahatchee River
Environmental Control Ddistrict, the Q ar-h s; '^'' «^F^s, CAN ^^', the
Palm Beach County League of Cities, Inc. MwRieipal eag+�e, and the
Countywide Intergovernmental Coordination Program.
Policy: 1.2.2 The Village of Tequesta shall cooperate with agencies and municipali-
ties serving to protect the resources of the Indian River Lagoon Aquatic
Preserve (Intracoastal Waterway) by actively coordinating with the
development of estuarine policies that shall be, at a minimum,
consistent with present management plans through coordination with
agencies including, but not limited to, the '^x,h, r-hPP ' 4''^r-*' Gf
GeYeMmef►ts, Jupiter Inlet District, and Martin County ,^aa„a- P PRIM
Policy: 1.2.3 The Village of Tequesta shall continue to participate as a cooperative
and coordinating partner in the Palm Beach County National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System Program.
Objective:1.3.0 To continuously develop alternative mechanisms, strategies and
methods for obtaining funds through intergovernmental coordination.
Policy: 1.3.1 The Village of Tequesta shall €ensure that opportunities for acquiring
funding or other forms of assistance through intergovernmental
relations with municipalities, Palm Beach County, Martin County, the
State, and/or the federal government are fully explored.
Policy: 1.3.2 The Village of Tequesta shall &direct or indirect contact should be
maintained with federal, state and local agencies in order to monitor
opportunities for grant and funding opportunities.
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Objective: 1.4.0 To maintain high standards in the execution of service agreements by
reviewing all agreements prior to renewal to assure that all terms of
the service agreement have been met. If the terms have not been met,
adjust the agreements through negotiation.
Policy:1.4.1 The Village of Tequesta shall Aassess the impacts of rezoning,
annexation, and development activities on interlocal agreements
which exist between the Village and other jurisdictions to determine
any effects on the ability to provide the services which are the subject
of the agreements.
Objective:1.5.0 To Gcoordinate with other agencies having maintenance and/or
operational responsibility of facilities within and affecting the Village in
the establishment of Level of Service standards for such facilities.
Policy: 1.5.1 On an ongoing basis, the Village of Tequesta shall evaluate the Level of
Service standards for facilities within the Village operated by Palm
Beach County, the Loxahatchee River Environmental Control District,
the Florida Department of Transportation, neighboring jurisdictions,
and other service providers to determine the compatibility of these
standards with the Village's planning efforts.
Policy: 1.5.2 The Village of Tequesta shall coordinate the adopted Comprehensive
Plan with the plans of school boards, regional water supply authorities,
and other units of local government providing services but not having
regulatory authority over the use of land, and with the comprehensive
plans of adjacent municipalities, the State Comprehensive Plan, and
the South Florida Water Management District's Regional Water Supply
Plan.
Policy: 1.5.3 The Village of Tequesta shall continue to coordinate the planning of
potable water and sanitary sewer facilities, water supply sources,
demands, other services and level -of -service standards with the
Loxahatchee River Water Environmental Control District, Palm Beach
County, Martin County, South Florida Water Management District, and
through the Lower East Coast Water Supply Plan Update, as necessary.
Objective: 1.6.0 To 6coordinate with the appropriate State and federal agencies having
locational, maintenance and operational responsibilities in the
designation of new dredge spoil disposal sites, if any are to be located
within the limits of Tequesta in the future.
Policy:1.6.1 The Village of Tequesta sbe-ld shall work cooperatively with
appropriate State and federal agencies in providing for the
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Policy: 1.6.2 If a conflict arises between the Village of Tepuesta and an agency with
locational maintenance and operational responsibility seeking a dredge
spoil disposal site, the conflict should shall be resolved through the
Coastal Resources Interagency Management Committee's dispute
resolution process.
Objective 1.7.0 Tie Consider G4GOtina AdW and implementige strategies which
increase community resiliency and protect property, infrastructure, and
cultural and natural resources from the impacts of sea level rise,
changes in rainfall patterns, and extreme weather events.
Policy: 1.7.1 The Village of Tepuesta shall consider coordinating with Palm Beach
County, other agencies, local governments, and the private sector to
develop initiatives and goals to address sea level rise and other
changes.
Policy: 1.7.2 The Village of Tepuesta shall eeas4ef coordinat&Rff with Palm Beach
County to integrate consideration of sea level rise, climate change
impacts, and adaptation and mitigation strategies, into existing and
future system -wide planning, operations, policies, and programs.
Policy: 1.7.3 The Village ofTeguesta shall support Palm Beach County's participation
in the Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Initiative through a
four county Compact. The County shall collaborate to increase regional
resilience by sharing technical expertise, participating in annual sum-
mits, assessing regional vulnerabilities, advancing agreed upon mitiga-
tion_and adaptation strategies, and developing joint state and federal
legislation policies and programs.
Policy:1.7.4 The Village of Tepuesta shall consider coordinating with the
Loxahatchee River Environmental Control District and other applicable
agencies regarding sea level rise adaptation and mitigation measures
and shall provide technical support to the extent practical.
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COASTAL MANAGEMENT ELEMENT
Goal: 1.0.0 Protect, conserve and enhance coastal resources while providing for
water -dependent land uses in a manner consistent with the general
health, safety and welfare of Village residents and visitors.
Objective: 1.1.0 Protect and enhance coastal and estuarine environmental quality and
other natural resources by maintaining specific ordinances or revising
existing code provisions related to water quality, shoreline stabilization,
wetland preservation and wildlife and habitat protection.
Policy: 1.1.1 The Village shall cooperate with agencies and municipalities serving to
protect the resources of the Loxahatchee River and Indian River Lagoon
Aquatic Preserve by actively participating in the development of
estuarine policies that are consistent with present management.
Policy:1.1.2 Preserve all existing wetland areas identified on the Coastal
Management/Conservation Map by adopting regulations that require
the protection of existing, native wetland vegetation buffers adjacent
to the Loxahatchee River and Indian River Lagoon. Exceptions shall be
provided for water -dependent and water -related land uses that have
been determined to be consistent with management plans for these
estuaries or when modification of said wetlands is necessary for the
continued health, safety and welfare of the public.
Objective: 1.2.0 The Village shall continue to provide for the protection of estuarine
water quality and resources in its Code of Ordinances.
Policy: 1.2.1 The Village shall continue to restrict urban stormwater run-off from
entering the Loxahatchee River and Indian River Lagoon estuaries and
maintain its landscape regulations to promote vegetative filtering of
stormwater pollutants.
Policy:1.2.2 The Village shall cooperate with the Palm Beach County Health
Department and Department of Environmental Resource Management
to continue to monitor water quality at sampling stations located
within the Village, and shall continue to incorporate substantiated
water quality controls (e.g. drainage) into the development review
process to ensure that future development in the coastal area does not
contribute to the degradation of estuarine water quality.
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Objective: 1.3.0 The Village shall continue to preserve and protect existing coastal
resources while providing for future water -dependent and water -
related land uses by implementing the Policies below.
Policy:1.3.1 The Village shall continue to maintain beach and beach access
requirements as a component of its adopted Level of Service Standard
for recreation and open space, and associated concurrency
requirements.
Policy: 1.3.2 The Village shall preserve and protect existing sea grass areas as a vital
food source for manatees and a nursery for estuarine species by
prohibiting dredging and filling activities in or near these areas except
where expressly provided for in the development of water -dependent
land uses or where it is necessary for the general health, safety and
welfare of the public.
Policy: 1.3.3 The Village, through its land development regulations and continued
compliance with and adherence to the Palm Beach County Boat
Facilities Siting Plan, shall ensure that marinas are sited to minimize
impacts on coastal and estuarine resources.
Policy: 1.3.4 The Village shall regulate the siting of marinas through the Palm Beach
County Boat Facilities Siting Plan, which addresses land use support,
compatibility, availability of upland support services, hurricane
contingency planning, protection of water quality, water depth,
environmental disruptions and mitigation actions, availability of public
use and economic needs and feasibility.
Objective:1.4.0 Continue to coordinate with the Jupiter Inlet District to achieve
adequate beach renourishment to the south of the Jupiter Inlet,
otherwise continue to protect the beach and dune system.
Policy:1.4.1 Continue to coordinate with the Jupiter Inlet District to ensure
adequate renourishment of the beach area south of Jupiter Inlet and
continue to support County efforts to implement the U.S. Army Corps
of Engineers plan of providing additional sand pumping capability by
implementing a coordinated, multi -jurisdictional plan in cooperation
with the Council of Governments, Jupiter Inlet District, Palm Beach
County, and the Corps of Engineers.
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Policy:1.4.2 Continue to use land use controls to prevent construction that
adversely impacts the dune and its vegetation system.
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Objective: 1.5.0 The Village shall continue to avoid increases in infrastructure capacity
that promote population growth and additional development beyond
that currently provided for in the Comprehensive Plan in the Coastal
High Hazard Area unless public safety so requires. The Village has s#Gll
defined its coastal high hazard area as the area below the elevation of
the Category 1 storm surge line as established by a Sea, Lake and
Overland Surges from Hurricanes (SLOSH) computerized storm surge
model. The Coastal High Hazard Area shall be shown on the Future
Land Use Map series (Category 1 and higher surge areas, Figure 10-1).
Policy:1.5.1 The Village shall review and appropriately address any infrastructure
capacity increase that would induce and subsidize development in the
Coastal High Hazard Area beyond that currently provided for in the
Comprehensive Plan.
Policy:1.5.2 The Village Floodplain Administrator shall not amend the
Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map to increase the
maximum allowed densities and intensities on lands within the Coastal
High Hazard Area.
Objective: 1.6.0 The Village shall require dedication of public access easements to those
privately -owned shoreline areas that receive public funds for beach
renourishment and shoreline stabilization projects.
Policy: 1.6.1 The Village shall continue to work with Palm Beach County to maintain
general public parking and access via the Coral Cove Park.
Policy: 1.6.2 The Village shall continue to coordinate with Palm Beach County in the
operation, maintenance and development of plans for Coral Cove Park.
Goal. 2.0.0 To preserve and enhance the significant natural features in Tequesta.
Objective: 2.1.0 The Village shall continue to review and analyze its internal drainage
system to evaluate its effectiveness in reducing urban stormwater
pollutants from entering the estuaries and groundwater within its
jurisdiction.
Policy: 2.1.1 The Village shall continue to review development plans in order to
require on -site detention of a substantial portion of stormwater, in
coordination with the South Florida Water Management District.
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Policy: 2.1.2 The Village shall continue to utilize its development review procedures
to reduce non -point source pollutant loading to the Loxahatchee River
and Indian River Lagoon Aquatic Preserve in accordance with its NPDES
Permit, and review its current drainage system in terms of design
criteria established by the South Florida Water Management District.
Objective: 2.2.0 The Village shall maintain provisions for the protection of existing
native vegetative communities and wildlife habitats in its Code of
Ordinances.
Policy: 2.2.1 Continue to review all development applications in the context of the
pervious cover and landscaping provisions of the development code;
be particularly diligent in the review of any coastal area projects such
as any development in mangrove areas.
Policy: 2.2.2 Work with Palm Beach County and State park officials to assure that
any park improvements are sensitive to the mangrove and other
vegetative/wildlife/marine habitats.
Policy: 2.2.3 The Village shall support the U.S. Department of Interior, Bureau of
Land Management/ Palm Beach County Environmental Resource
Management Department Land Stewardship Memorandum of
Understanding to provide for joint management of the Jupiter Inlet
Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area (ONA) jwpiteF Wet NaWFal
Afea. The Village shall support preservation of native plant and animal
species on Eco-Site #61, a 1-5.2 49.9-acre parcel located east of US-1 and
north of County Road 707 (Beach Road), which is the northern portion
of the ONA, as a component of this effort.
Policy: 2.2.4 The Village shall maintain its landscape regulations to require the
removal of exotic species on the beach and dunes during
renourishment, stabilization or revegetation projects and the
substitute replanting of native dune and beach vegetation.
Policy: 2.2.5 In the event that publicly -owned spoil islands are located within the
Village in the future, they will be designated as "Conservation" on the
Future Land Use Map to ensure their future as protected wildlife
habitats.
II Policy:2.2.6 The Village shall continue to coordinate with Palm Beach County,
coastal municipalities and the marina industry to implement a manatee
protection program.
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Policy:2.2.7 The Village shall continue to participate in Palm Beach County's
manatee protection program.
Policy: 2.2.8 The Village shall continue to participate in Palm Beach County's sea
turtle protection program.
Goal: 3.0.0 The protection of preservation areas to the maximum degree possible,
while continuing to recognize and respect private property rights.
Objective: 3.1.0 The Village shall avoid or minimize adverse impacts upon coastal
mangrove systems that might result from public works activities such
as transportation, mosquito control, and drainage activities.
Policy: 3.1.1 The Village shall continue to prohibit the public expenditure of funds
that will adversely affect existing mangrove areas or sea grass.
Objective: 3.2.0 The Village shall expressly prohibit new construction seaward of the
coastal construction setback line or in an area that would threaten the
stability of either the primary dune or the beach itself, except as may be
approved by the state.
Policy: 3.2.1 The Village shall prohibit new construction seaward of the coastal
construction setback line and modification to the existing dune system,
except as may be approved by the state. All access from upland areas
to the beach will be by way of dune walkover.
Objective: 3.3.0 The Village shall maintain its landscape regulations to require the use
of native vegetation for dune stabilization.
Policy: 3.3.1 In areas where beaches and dunes are being eroded, the Village should
encourage a multi -jurisdictional approach to stabilization and
restoration projects as appropriate.
Policy: 3.3.2 Where appropriate, previously disturbed indigenous vegetation areas
should be renourished and replanted.
Policy: 3.3.3 The Village shall maintain its landscape regulations to encourage the
removal of exotic vegetative species and the substitute replanting of
native species.
Policy: 3.3.4 The Village shall continue implementing Florida Friendly Landscaping
principles im
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pessible—and identify which non-native plants ',andsGapiRg might be
appropriate for landscaping use in the Village.
Objective: 3.4.0 The Village shall support programs that will ensure adequate access to
public beaches while maintaining dune stability.
Policy: 3.4.1 When appropriate, the Village should utilize innovative techniques to
provide proper access to beaches while protecting the future integrity
of the dune system.
Objective: 3.5.0 The Village shall prohibit all private motor vehicles from driving on the
beach and dune. An exception shall be provided for emergency vehicles
and those associated with beach restoration and cleanup, provided that
the latter are restricted to the area adjacent to the mean high-water
line and meet the specific provisions of the Palm Beach County Sea
Turtle Protection Ordinance.
Policy: 3.5.1 Village ordinances and regulations should delineate which motorized
vehicles are to be prohibited from driving on the primary dunes.
Goal.4.0.0 The complete consideration of identified use limitations in future
coastal zone planning and management decisions by the Village.
Objective: 4.1.0 The Village will continue to prohibit the disturbance of the sensitive sea
grass beds and productive mangrove and high marsh areas adjacent
and within the Indian River Lagoon Aquatic Preserve, except when
necessary for the continued health, safety and welfare of the public.
Policy: 4.1.1 The Village shall continue to require a twenty-five (25) foot landscape
buffer zone along the Indian River Lagoon Aquatic Preserve in
accordance with its participation in the Palm Beach County Mangrove
Protection Program.
Objective: 4.2.0
Policy: 4.2.1
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Policy: 4.2.2
The Village shall limit development, redevelopment, and infrastructure
in the coastal high -hazard area in accordance with statutory
requirements.
The Village should keep abreast of federal requirements to assure
residents' eligibility for flood insurance.
The Village should carefully scrutinize all developments in flood zone
areas as part of the planning and review process.
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Policy: 4.2.3 The relocation, mitigation or replacement of infrastructure within the
coastal high hazard area shall be prioritized as follows when State
funding is anticipated to be needed: 1. When the general health, safety
and welfare of the community is directly impacted; 2. When the general
health, safety and welfare is not directly impacted, mitigation of
infrastructure can be considered, while relocation of infrastructure
shall be given the lowest priorities.
Goal. 5.0.0 Protect human life and limit public expenditures in areas subject to
destruction by natural disasters.
Objective: 5.1.0 The Village shall limit public expenditures that subsidize development
in coastal high -hazard areas, except for restoration or enhancement of
natural resources.
Policy: 5.1.1 The Village shall discourage the expenditure of public funds in the
coastal high -hazard area, unless funds are to be used to upgrade
existing facilities or infrastructure, or to replace damaged
infrastructure.
Policy: 5.1.2 The Village shall continue to identify areas needing redevelopment,
including the elimination of unsafe conditions and inappropriate uses,
in the coastal high hazard area.
Policy: 5.1.3 The Village Floodplain Administrator shall periodically review existing
coastal construction regulations to determine the need for revisions
based on natural disaster mitigation techniques formulated by State
and County agencies and the Village post -disaster redevelopment plan,
as it may be amended from time to time.
Objective: 5.2.0 The Village shall maintain hurricane evacuation procedures that will
maintain or reduce hurricane evacuation times.
Policy: 5.2.1 The Village shall periodically review hurricane evacuation methods and
keep abreast of procedures regarding integration into the regional
evacuation plan.
Policy:5.2.2 The Village shall consider hurricane contingency planning as a
component of the marina siting criteria and procedures referenced in
Policy 1.3.3 of this Element.
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Objective: 5.3.0 The Village shall provide for post -disaster redevelopment plans which
reduce or eliminate the exposure of human life and public and private
property to natural hazards.
Policy: 5.3.1 The Village shall distinguish between immediate repair and clean up
actions needed to protect public health and safety and long term repair
and redevelopment activities by abiding by the following criteria and
procedures: 1. Mobilize Village crews, contractors, and appropriate
entities to assess and re -activate essential services (e.g. power, water,
sewer, roads, cable, telephone, etc.) as part of the immediate repair
and clean-up activities; 2. Issue press release to establish a hotline for
impacted residents and businesses to assess post -disaster damages
and send out "Disaster Relief Information Forms" directly to residents
and businesses to help assess same; 3. Cooperate and coordinate with
FEMA, DCA, and the PBC Department of Public Safety Division of
Emergency Management to perform on -site inspection of damages; 4.
Based on the previous activities perform the final repair and re-
development of damaged facilities and; 5. The Village shall seek post -
disaster redevelopment funds to offset local costs of post -disaster re-
development activities.
Policy:5.3.2 The Village shall provide for removal, relocation, or structural
modification of damaged infrastructure, as determined appropriate by
the Village, but consistent with federal funding provisions and unsafe
conditions. Priority shall be given to immediate clean-up actions and
replacement service, and maintenance of infrastructure in the coastal
high -hazard area, including but not limited to, roadways, drainage and
utilities.
Policy: 5.3.3 The Village shall restrict redevelopment in the coastal high -hazard area
as part of a post -disaster redevelopment plan and discourage the
expenditure of public funds for the construction of new facilities and
infrastructure. Where possible, economical and feasible, further, the
Village shall relocate public infrastructure and facilities outside of the
coastal high -hazard area where feasible, appropriate, and economical.
Objective: 5.4.0
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Policy: 5.4.1
The Village shall protect and preserve historic resources by establishing
an archaeological and historic resource review procedure in the Village
Code of Ordinances.
The Village shall prohibit development and/or redevelopment of sites
that may be determined to have archaeological or historic significance
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by amending the Village development codes to provide for a review
process by State and local agencies and, if appropriate, the
requirement to conform to a preservation plan.
Goal: 6.0.0 Continue to provide for the sustainable use of the natural resources of
the Village, and nsure that adequate services are available to serve
Village residents and the public to the coastal area, and-consideF
supporteinQ sea level rise mitigation strategies.
Obiective: 6.1.0 The Village shall consider investigating and adopt and implement
appropriate and cost-effective strategies which increase community
resiliency and protect property, infrastructure, and cultural and natural
resources from the impacts of climate change, sea level rise, changes in
rainfall patterns, and extreme weather events.
Policy: 6.1.1 The Village shall utilize best practices and initiate mitigation strategies
to reduce the risk of flooding in coastal areas that may result from high
tide events, storm surge, flash floods, stormwater runoff, and shall
consider the related impacts of sea level rise. [Section 163.3178, F.S
(Chapter 2015-69, Section 1)1
Policy:6.1.2 The Village shall collaborate with Palm Beach County to increase
regional resilience by sharing technical expertise, participating in
annual summits, assessing local vulnerabilities, advancing agreed -upon
mitigation and adaptation strategies, and developing joint state and
federal legislation policies and programs.
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Policy: 6.1.3 The Village shall consider coordinating with Palm Beach County, other
local governments, federal, state and regional agencies and private
sector to develop initiatives and goals to address sea level rise.
Policy: 6.1.4 The Village shall consider the feasibility of the use of Adaptation Action
Areas as provided by Section 163.3177(6)(g)(10), Florida Statutes, to
identify areas vulnerable to coastal storm surge and sea level rise
impacts.
Policy: 6.1.5 The Village of Teguesta shall eensideF conduct a study to implement
sea level adaptation and mitigation measures to the extent practical.
Policy: 6.1.6 The Village of Tequesta shall consider coordinating with Palm Beach
County to integrate consideration of sea level impacts, and adaptation
and mitigation strategies, into existing and future system -wide
planning, operations, policies, and programs.
Policy: 6.1.7 The Village shall evaluate opportunities to protect coastal investments
and infrastructure, as necessary and feasible, from the impacts of
climate change. Specifically, the Village shall maintain shoreline
protection and erosion control by:
al Continuing the appropriate use of beach nourishment and sand
bypassing;
,b1 Facilitating the installation and maintenance of native beach dune
vegetation along appropriate areas of beach;
I Considering hard structures, such as seawalls, only when
alternative options are unavailable.
Policy: 6.1.8 The Village shall continue the use of mitigation strategies to increase
energy efficiency and conservation, and to reduce greenhouse gas
emissions. These could include, but are not limited to, land use and
transportation strategies such as encouraging compact residential
development, providing incentives for mixed use and redevelopment
that maximize internal trip capture, improving access to transit,
improving non -motorized movement, requiring interconnectivity
among adjoining parcels, and providing incentives for green building
methods.
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Policy: 6.1.9 The Village shall Eeasidef implement strategies wwkwn^ to ens -we that
for adaptation to climate change impacts, especially sea level rise, is
incorporated into the planning, siting, construction, replacement and
maintenance of public infrastructure in a manner that is cost-effective
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and that maximizes the use of the infrastructure throughout its
expected life span.
Policy: 6.1.10 The Village shall eew-4def make+rv_-the practice of adapting the built en-
vironment to the impacts of climate change an integral component of
all planning and capital improvement processes.
Obiective: 6.2.0 The Village shall continue and enhance its participation in programs
that reduce flood insurance premiums for residents including but not
limited to then National Flood Insurance Program's Community Rating
System.
Policy:6.2.1 The Village will continue its participation in the National Flood
Insurance Program's Community Rating System, and strive to improve
its score, resulting in reductions in flood risk and insurance premiums
for residents.
Policy: 6.2.2 The Village shall prioritize public outreach and education to residents
and the business and development community on the importance and
benefits of mitigating flood risk, and how the Village's participation in
these efforts results in reduced flood insurance premiums.
New Objective and Policies to address ORC
Objective 6.3.: To adopt principles and strategies and implement engineering solutions
to address the impacts of climate change and sea level rise and to
reduce flood risk in affected coastal areas.
Policy 6.3.1.: To protect coastal infrastructure, public and private property from the
impacts of climate change and sea level rise.
Policy 6.3.2..: The Village shall seek funding for studies and infrastructure
improvements to implement engineering solutions that reduce flood risk
in the coastal zone.
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS ELEMENT
Goal: 1.0.0 Undertake actions necessary to: (1) keep present public facilities in
good condition; (2) accommodate new sustainable development and
redevelopment; (3) maximize the use of existing facilities and
promote orderly sustainable municipal growth, and; (4) achieve
adopted Level of Service Standards. Further, decisions to finance
public facilities improvements shall be based upon the use of sound
fiscal policy oriented to minimizing Village debt service liabilities.
Objective:1.1.0 Capital Improvements will be provided to: (1) correct existing
deficiencies, (2) accommodate desired future growth; and/or (3)
address consideration of sea level
rise impacts.
Policy: 1.1.1 The Village shall include all projects identified in the policies of the
various elements of this Comprehensive Plan ,^dd'P_t^r.M.iRe' to be of
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improvements projects for inclusion within the 5-Year Schedule of
Improvements. Provision of Gcapital improvements so defined shall be
implemented through procedures outlined in policies 1.1.2 —1.1.4 and
1.4.1-1.4.4 of this Element. A capital improvements project is defined
to include land and/or improvements, plus any studies oriented to
defining the initial need for land and/or facilities.
Policy: 1.1.2 The Village shall, as a matter of priority, schedule for funding any capital
improvement projects in the 5-Year Capital Improvement Schedule
CIS evem which are designed to correct existing public
facility deficiencies, and or that are needed to maintain or meet
adopted Level of Service Standards. In addition, the Capital
IFnPF9YeFRP_^tS sr-hpd,& CIS shall list projects funded and implemented
by other agencies that will impact the Village's ability to meet its Level
of Service standards.
Policy: 1.1.3
Village cvcRr_i' P6Aaiice and Administratien Eemmittee, the Village
The Village shall annually evaluate
and rank proposed capital projects in order of priority prejec-ts
pfepesed for inclusion in the 5-Year CIS. Schedule ^f kn ff9yemeRts
thFOUgh the C,,.,.,PFeheASive oI.,., R d., ent . EAR -based
Amendment
Policy: 1.1.4 Proposed capital projects shall be evaluated and ranked in order of
priority according to the following guidelines:
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• Whether the proposed project is financially feasible;
• Whether the project is needed to protect public health and safety,
fulfill the Village's legal commitment to provide facilities and
services, or to achieve the full use and efficiency of existing
facilities;
• Whether the project prevents or reduces future improvement
costs, provides service to developed areas lacking full service, or
promotes in -fill development;
• Whether the proposed project is consistent with plans of State
agencies and the South Florida Water Management District.
Policy:1.1.5 The Village, in conjunction with Palm Beach County, other
municipalities and partner agencies, shall coordinate and implement
strate ies 4.q^_r_44^ t^ epA *^ that adaptation to sea level rise
is incorporated into the planning, siting, construction, replacement and
maintenance of public infrastructure in a manner that is cost-effective
and that maximizes the use of the infrastructure throughout its
expected life span.
Policy: 1.1.6 The Village in coniunction with Palm Beach County, other municipalities
and partner agencies shall EeasWe -make44g the practice of adapting
the built environment to the impacts of sea level rise an integral
component of all planning and capital improvement processes.
Policy: 1.1.7 The Village, in coordination with Palm Beach County, shall consider
designating Adaptation Action Areas (AAA), per Florida State Law, in
order to:
a) Identify areas that are vulnerable to the impacts of rising sea level;
b) Identify and implement adaptation policies to increase community
resilience;
c) Enhance the funding potential of infrastructure adaptation
projects.
Objective: 1.2.0 Village expenditures in high hazard coastal areas shall limited to
i0o,- - include those post -disaster improvements costs for facilities
over which Tequesta has operational responsibility (e.g.: potable water
systems and public streets and recreational facilities).
Policy: 1.2.1 The Village shall expend funds in high hazard coastal areas for the
replacement and renewal of public facilities over which the Village has
operational responsibility.
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Policy: 1.2.2 The Village shall continue to expend funds to maintain existing facilities
and services under the jurisdiction or Tequesta at their existing Levels
of Service.
Policy: 1.2.3 The Village shall coordinate with other agencies providing infrastruc-
ture and services in the programming and implementation of projects
that impact the achievement of its adopted Level of Service standards.
Objective: 1.3.0 Future development and redevelopment shall bear a proportionate cost
of facility improvements in order to maintain adopted Tequesta Level of
Service standards. Proportionate costs are defined to mean 100% of
that amount necessary to assure that Tequesta Level of Service
standards are maintained as a result of development approval for those
facilities over which Tequesta has operational control.
Policy: 1.3.1 The Village shall require new development to provide for local streets
drainage, sewage collection, and potable water distribution system,
recreation open space, b agin; and other capital improvements
required to address their Level of Service impacts.
Policy: 1.3.2 Defined Recreation Facility needs may be met by any of the following
means: (1) on -site provision of public or private facilities; (2)
dedications; or (3) fees in lieu thereof. Planned expansion for potable
water and sewer systems shall be accommodated by charges
administered by the Village and the Loxahatchee River Environmental
Control District. Major road improvements shall be accommodated by
participating in the County's Fair Share Road Impact Fee program. Solid
waste collection and disposal improvements shall be accommodated
by the fee schedule annually levied by the private hauler (Note: Tipping
fees are levied by the Palm Beach County Solid Waste Authority).
Policy: 1.3.3 Determination of needed public facility improvements shall be made
prior to the time that a Building Permit is issued.
Objective: 1.4.0 The Village shall manage its fiscal resources to ensure the provision of
needed capital improvements at a level equal to, or exceeding, the
adopted Tequesta Level of Service standards.
Policy: 1.4.1 Prior to the issuance of certificates of Occupancy, the Village shall
require that all public facilities are available to serve development for
which development orders were previously issued. Development
orders for future development and redevelopment shall not be issued
unless the Village has demonstrated either of the following: (1)
Compliance with Tequesta Level of Service Standards; or (2) Provision
of needed public facilities in compliance with the adopted 5-Year
Capital Improvement Schedule ef IFApFeyements.
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Policy:1.4.2 In providing capital improvements, the Village shall limit general
obligation debt to an amount equal to or less than 5% of the property
tax base.
Policy: 1.4.3 The Village will continue &4A updating annually 4p a-te—the 5-Year
capital Improvement Schedule of ImpFevemea s ,r ^„" lw.
GempFehe.nsive Plan amendment in accordance with Florida Statutes.
Modifications to update the 5-year capital improvement schedule may
be accomplished by ordinance and may not be deemed to be
amendments to the local comprehensive plan. The r. exults of this
update shall be ; rated withi budget.
pital get paFt .,f «L.., Village budgetiRg pFerzess. EAR -based Amendment
Policy: 1.4.4 Efforts shall be made to secure grants or private funds, whenever
available, to finance the provision of capital improvements.
Policy: 1.4.5 Appropriate mechanisms will be developed and adopted with the
South Florida Water Management District, the Loxahatchee River
Environmental Control District, Palm Beach County, Martin County,
Jupiter Inlet Colony, Jupiter Island, Rolling Hills Subdivision and
Jonathan Dickenson State Park in order to assure that adequate water
supplies are available to all water users. Prior to approval of the
building permit or its functional equivalent, the Village of Tequesta
shall consult with the Village's Water Utilities Department to determine
whether adequate water supplies to serve the new development will
be available no later than the anticipated date of issuance of a
certificate of occupancy. Furthermore, the Village will be responsible
for monitoring the availability of water supplies for all water users and
for implementing a system that links water supplies to the permitting
of new development.
Policy: 1.4.6 The Village shall incorporate capital improvements affecting Village
levels of service by referencing the Capital Improvements Schedules of
Palm Beach County, Martin County, Loxahatchee River Environmental
Control District, State agencies, regional water supply authorities and
other units of government providing services but not having regulatory
authority over the use of land into its 5-Year Capital Improvement
Schedule of Capital The Schedule shall be maintained
and updated annually.
Objective: 1.5.0 Decisions regarding the issuance of development orders and permits
shall be based upon coordination of the development requirements
included in this Plan, the Village land development regulations, and
availability of necessary public facilities needed to support such
development at the time needed.
Policy: 1.5.1 Prior to issuing a development order or building permit, the Village shall
use Level of Service (LOS) Standards adopted in the various elements
82 1 VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
of this Comprehensive Plan to review the impacts of new development
and redevelopment on public facility provision. The Village shall not
issue a development order or building permit which results in a
reduction in service for affected public facilities below these Level of
Service Standards. The Village of Tequesta A4is#Ag-of LOS Standards is
exhibited are listed on Table CI-1.
Table CI-1. Village of Tequesta Level of Service Standards
Public Facility
Sanitary Sewer
Solid Waste
Potable Water
Stormwater Management
Transportation
Level of Service (LOS) Standards
108 gallons/capita/day
7.13 lbs./person/day.
Residential: 180 gallons/capita/day
Non -Residential: 3030 gallons/day
Storage capacity: 2.75 MG
Design Storm: 25 Year, 24 Hr. duration
Collector Roadways: LOS C, Peak D
Urban Minor Arterials: LOS C, Peak D
Urban Principal Arterials: LOS C, Peak D
Recreation and Open Space Neighborhood parks: 2 acres/1000
Community Parks: 2 acres/1000
Policy:1.5.2 The Village shall maintain a Concurrency Management Ordinance
requiring that, at the time a development order is issued, adequate
facility capacity is available, or will be available upon occupancy of the
development, based upon the application of the Tequesta Level of
Service Standards.
Policy: 1.5.3 Proposed Comprehensive Plan amendments and requests for new
development or redevelopment shall be evaluated according to the
following guidelines as to whether the proposed action would:
• Contribute to any condition of public hazard as described in the
UTILITIES and COASTAL MANAGEMENT ELEMENTS;
• Exacerbate any existing condition of public facility capacity deficits,
as described in the TRANSPORTAION ELEMENT; UTILITIES
ELEMENT; and RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE ELEMENT;
• Generate public facility demands that may be accommodated by
capacity increases planned in the 5-Year Schedule of
Improvements; and
VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 183
• Conform with future land uses as shown on the Future Land Use
Map of the FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT, and public facility
availability as described in UTILITIES ELEMENT.
If public facilities are developer -provided, they shall accommodate
public facility demands based upon adopted LOS standards.
If public facilities are provided, in part or wholly, by the Village, financial
feasibility shall be demonstrated subject to this element.
Effects upon appropriate State agency and/or Water Management
District facilities plans shall be evaluated.
Objective: 1.6.0 The Village shall maintain a concurrency management system to ensure
that public facilities services to support development are available
concurrent with the impact of development.
Policy: 1.6.1 For sanitary sewer, solid waste, drainage and potable water facilities,
the Village shall meet the following standards to satisfy the
concurrency requirements:
• A development order or permit is issued subject to the condition
that, at the time of the issuance of a certificate of occupancy or its
functional equivalent, the necessary facilities are in place ad
available to serve the new development; or
• At the time the development order or permit is issued, the
necessary facilities and services are guaranteed in an enforceable
development agreement, pursuant to Section 163.3220, Florida
Statutes, or an agreement and development order issued pursuant
to Chapter 380, Florida Statutes, to be in place and available to
serve a new development at the time of issuance of a certificate of
occupancy or its functional equivalent.
• A development order or permit is issued subject to the condition
that the necessary facilities and services needed to serve the new
development are scheduled to be in place or under actual
construction not more than one year after issuance of a certificate
of occupancy or its functional equivalent as provided in the
adopted local government 5-year capital improvement schedule of
rGapital or
• At the time the development order or permit is issued, the
necessary facilities are the subject of a binding executed
agreement which requires the necessary facilities and services to
serve the new development to be in place or under actual
construction not more than one year after issuance of a certificate
of occupancy or its functional equivalent; or
• At the time the development order or permit is issued, the
necessary facilities and services are guaranteed in an enforceable
84 1 VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
development agreement, pursuant to Section 163.3220, Florida
Statutes, to be in place or under actual construction not more than
one year after issuance of a certificate of occupancy or its
functional equivalent.
Policy: 1.6.2 For transportation facilities (roads and mass transit designated in the
adopted Village Comprehensive Plan), at a minimum, the Village shall
meet the following standards to satisfy the concurrency requirement,
except as otherwise provided in subsections (4) — (7) of this section.
• At the time a development order or permit is issued, the necessary
facilities and services are in place or under construction; or
• A development order or permit is issued subject to the conditions
that the necessary facilities and services to serve the new
development are scheduled to be in place or under construction
not more than three years after issuance of a certificate of
occupancy or its functional equivalent as provided in the local
government five-year capital improvement scheduleef rapitaf
iMpFevements. The schedule of capital improvements may
recognize and include transportation projects included in the first
three years of the applicable, adopted Florida Department of
Transportation five-year work program. The Capital Improvements
Element must include the following policies:
a. The estimated date of commencement of actual
construction and the estimated date of project completion.
b. A provision that a plan amendment is required to
eliminate, defer or delay construction of any road or mass
transit facility or service which is needed to maintain the
adopted level of service standard and which is listed in the five-
year schedule of capital improvements; or
• At the time a development order or permit is issued, the necessary
facilities and services are the subject of a binding, executed
agreement which requires the necessary facilities and services to
serve the new development to be in place or under actual
construction no more than three years after the issuance of a
certificate of occupancy or its functional equivalent; or
• At the time a development order of permit is issued, the necessary
facilities and services are guaranteed in an enforceable
development agreement, pursuant to Section 163.3220, Florida
Statutes, or an agreement or development order issued pursuant
to Chapter 380, Florida Statutes, to be in place or under actual
construction not more than three years after issuance of a
certificate of occupancy or its functional equivalent.
VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 185
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Objective: 1.7.0 The following Capital Improvements Schedule, as it is annually updated
in accordance with State growth RqaRagerReRt requirerReRts Florida
Statutes, includes all projects scheduled to meet or improve the
adopted Level of Service Standards during the five-year planning
period, and other projects that further implementation of this
Comprehensive Plan and its goals, objectives and policies.
ProjeGt
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Projert Name
aging
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11112
12113
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$5 909
$5;000
$5,900
$5;099
$5988
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0
$15,090
0
0
2,4
$48Q009
0
$4 a9000
0
0
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0
0
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$209,990
0
$209,,009
0
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$459 099
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$26,000
$59, 11 99
$47,799
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$99-590
$178,580
$112,509
$84,500
$96509
4
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$2&,800
$74,000
$75,000
$76 000
$52;000
4
0
$2; 900
$ i,690
$12,000
0
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5 YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT SCHEDULE
FISCAL YEARS 2018-2022
FY 2017120181 FY 20181209 FY 2019t2020 FY2020(20211 FY 20121/2022 TOTALS YEAR
COST
VILLAGE CLERK - DEPT. 120
664.601 -COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
0
36 000
ol
0
0
38 000
TOTAL:j
ol
W,0001
ol
0
O
FEiANCE - DEPT. 130
W4 001 -COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
15
ol
0
0
0
15000
TOTAL:
15,000
0
_
0
0
16,000
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT -DEPT. IW
664 601 - COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
0
0
0
0
0
TOTAL:
0
0
0DI
ol
0
MANAGER- DEPT. 110
664 601 - COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
0
TOTAL:I
ol
ol
ol
ol
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HUMAN RESOURCES DEPT. 111
684801-COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
biAlu
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TOTAL:
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ol
ol
0
ol
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GENERAL GOVERNMENT-DEPT. 190
664 601 - COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
4,30d 10000 `. (Jul15.000
3"_1JOU
136300
TCTAL:I
4xoI 10 75,000
16000
32,OODI
136.300
POLICE DEPARTMENT - DEPT 'S 176
664.600 - MACHIEQJPMENT
80 000
80,000
80 000
80 000
85.00ol
405 000
664 801 - COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
82
5 000
75 000
i 5W
18 000
1B5.500
664.W2- VEHICLES
105.600
105 6W
105.600
0
316.800
TOTAL:
152,
190,600
260,800
193100
101
S07
FIRE -RESCUE - DEPT.'S
191-192
664 ODO - MACHIEQUIPMENT
22
125 DW
28.200
16, DOO
35 000
226
664.001 - COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
3.1045.000
75D00
7.500
16 000
106-
664 002 - VEHICLES
30 000
0
35 000
0
6500(
664.603 - FURNITURE.FIXTURES & EQUil
0
4,500
24.600
0
loc
664.605 - FIRE VEHICLES
0
225.000
0
850 30o
1.075.000
TOTAL:
26,104
160,000
33Z700
83100
901,000
1,501,
BUILDING - DEPT. ISO
W4. 601 - COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
I 0
0
01
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TOTAL:
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0
PARKS
AND RECREATION - DEPT. 231
604001 -COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
0
0
0
0
0
0
663.6DO I r wft other than Bidqs
30
45.000
50.000
200 000
200 000
525.ODO
664 800 M &
14
0
0
0
20.000
34 ODD
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2,000.000
0
0
0
2000.
664.BOi E -Tech
20.
0
0
0
0
20000
TOTAL:
84
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50
200000
220,000
Zsn.ODO
PUBLIC WORKS - DEPT. 210
664 601 - COMPUTER EOUIPMENT
0
0
0
0
0
0
654 602 - VEHICLES
0
p
0
45 000
45 ODO
TOTAL:
O
0
45,0001
0
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GENERAL FUND TOTAL:
1 285.4001447
S00
718 300
&36,2001
1,251 000
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT AND CAPITAL PROJECTS -FUNDS301 AND 303
301 5 - PAT AY IMPRO M
41
389 825
1 7S 419
150 D00
t 382 241
301 663 857 - ROAD IMPROVE.1S
320
320,000
320 000
320.000
320 000
1.600.000
301.6W 6W -STREETLIGHTS
0
0
3
0
0
317 60 632- ARCH 4 E1K,lN IREC CEN RI
200,0001
0
0
0
0
200000
CAPITAL IMP 6 PROJECTS TOTAL:
73S
420
470 ODO
3,18Z,241
WATER UTILITY - FUND 401
662-832 - ARCHITECT 8 ENC 1NERRING
150
150 000
150.000
150 000
150.000
750 ON
662 640 - WATER MAIN R&R
150
100 D00
100.000
100.000
100,000
550000
710 - WA R ANSION
300 000
300 000
1 780
664 600 - MACHIEQUPMENT
85.
5p 000
50.000
50 000
50 000
28500(
664.002-VEHICLES
75.
40DIXI
40000
0
40.000
19500(
654,001-COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
2,3A
10.000
10000
10000
10000
42
WATER UTILITY TOTAL:
1 _
S60
S7 000
STORM WATER UTILITY - FUND 402
663. 663 - DRAINAGE I MPR-SWALES
250 ODO
300.000
200 0001
200.000
20DW01
1 150 000
664 6D2 - VEHICLES
0
0
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0
0
0
664.601- COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
0
0
0
0
0
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STORM WATER UTILITY TOTAL:
250,ODO
300,000
200,000
20(),000
200.ODO
1 t50.000
GRAND TOTAL:] I
Z347,700i
4130 597.5
2.Z78,1251
1 841 A28.5
2,574.000
13172,041
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WHEREAS, the Village Council desires to adopt the amendment to the current
comprehensive development plan to guide and control the future development of the Village, and
to preserve,promote and protect the public health, safety and welfare.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE
VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA,FLORIDA,AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1: The Village of Tequesta Comprehensive Plan is hereby amended by
adopting this amendment to its current Comprehensive Plan; which amendment is attached hereto
as E�ibit "A" and made a part hereof and of the current Comprehensive Plan. This amendment
specifically provides comprehensive amendments to all elements of the Comprehensive Plan in
conformance with the adopted Evaluation and Appraisal Review described therein which affects
the pagination of certain elements; all as specifically set forth on E�ibit"A". The text and maps
adopted in Exhibit"A" shall be substituted for and replace in total the previously adopted text and
maps in the amended elements.
Section 2: A copy of the comprehensive development plan, as amended, shall be kept
on file in the office of the Village Clerk.
Section 3: The Village Manager is hereby directed to transmit three (3) copies of the
amendments to the current comprehensive development plan to the State Land Planning Agency,
along with a copy to the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council, and to any other unit of local
government who has filed a written request for a copy,within ten(10)working days after adoption,
in accordance with Section 163.3184(4), Florida Statutes.
Section 4: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict be and the same are hereby
repealed.
Section 5: Should any section or provision of this Ordinance or any portion thereof,
any paragraph, sentence or word be declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid,
such decision shall not affect the validity of the remainder of this Ordinance.
Section 6: The effective date of this plan amendment shall be the date a final order is
issued by the Department of Economic Opportunity or Administration Commission finding the
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amendment in compliance in accordance with Section 163.3184(4)(e)5., Florida Statutes,
whichever occurs earlier. No development orders, development permits, or land uses dependent
on this amendment may be issued or commence before it has become effective. If a final order of
noncompliance is issued by the Administration Commission,this amendment may nevertheless be
made effective by adoption of a resolution affirming its effective status,a copy of which resolution
shall be sent to the Department of Economic Opportunity, Division of Community Planning, Plan
Processing Team.
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ORDINANCE Date
sl�' - .
01-18 05/10/2018
Upon Second Reading
Motion Council Member Vince Arena Second Council Member Kristi Johnson
VOTE
FOR ADOPTION AGAINST ADOPTION ABSENT
Mayor Abigail Brennan � � �
Vice-Mayor Tom Paterno � � �
Council Member Vince Arena � � �
Council Member Laurie Brandon � � �
Council Member Kristi Johnson � � �
The Mayor thereupon declared the Ordinance duly passed and adopted.
MAYOR OF TEQUESTA ATTEST:
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