HomeMy WebLinkAbout05.04.95FROM THE LAND DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
April 27, 1995
TO: Planning and Zoning Commission
SUBJECT: Regularly Scheduled Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission, 7:00 P.M.,
Thursday, May 4, 1995, in the City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Sanford, Florida.
AGENDA
Hold a Public Hearing to consider a request for a Conditional Use for property located at 4000
Country Club Road in a MR -1, Multiple Family Residential Dwelling Zoning District for the
purpose of the construction of wastewater and stormwater related facilities within the
secondary protection zone.
Owners/representatives- Mack N. Cleveland and Patricia T. Stenstrom
Tabled: 4120195
2. Consider the Seminole Towne Center Replat No. 2, replatting portions of Seminole Towne
Center Replat PB 47, PGS 8 -10, Tracts 6, 10, 14 and 15 located in a PD, Planned Development
Zoning District.
Owner: Seminole Towne Center Limited Partnership
Representative: Thomas J. Schneider 1 Engineer: Richard D. Merkel, P.E.
3. Consider the Site Plan for Seminole Towne Center - United Artists Theatre, a movie theatre
located along Towne Center Boulevard in a PD, Planned Development Zoning District.
Owner: Seminole Towne Center Limited Partnership
Representative: Thomas J. Schneider 1 Engineer: Richard D. Merkel, P.E.
4. Consider the Site Plan for Lot 29, Sanford Commerce Park, Thomas Sweet's Ice Cream, an
off icelwarehouse use located at 104 Commerce Way in a RI -1, Restricted Industrial Zoning
District.
Owner: Thomas Sweet
Representative: H.D. Holsombach
5. Consider the request to allow chain link fencing within a required front yard setback for Dick's
Trucking & Leasing, Inc. located at 301 Northstar Court in a GC -2, General Commercial Zoning
District.
Owner: Richard B. Cardegnio
Representative: H.D. Holsombach
6. Consider the request for an extension of the approval date for the Southridge Planned
Development located at 5000 CR 46A in a PD, Planned Development Zoning District.
Owner: Harold G. Hartsock, Trustee
Representative: Bruce Andersen
7. Consider a resolution supporting the Lake Monroe Riverwalk project grant application.
8. Any other business from floor or Commission Members.
9. Reports from Staff.
10. Minutes.
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7:00 P.M.
CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Helen Stairs
Lynn Stogner
Mac McClanahan
Mark Platts
Ben Dyal
Ross Robert
James Valerino
Leon Brooks
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Cynthia Holt - Miller
OTHERS PRESENT:
Clay Simmons, City Attorney
Jay Marder, Director of Planning and Development
Russ Gibson, Land Development Coordinator
Marion Anderson, Recording Secretary
Mrs. Stairs called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
The first item on the Agenda was a Public Hearing to consider a
request for a Conditional Use for property located at 4000 Country
Club Road in a MR -1, Multiple Family Residential Dwelling Zoning
District for the purpose of the construction of wastewater and
stormwater related facilities within the secondary protection zone.
Owners /representatives: Mack N. Cleveland and Patricia T.
Stenstrom. (Tabled 4/20/95).
Mr. Robert made a motion to remove from the table. Seconded by Mr.
Dyal. All in favor. Motion carried.
Hal Marston, 535 N. Park Ave., Winter Park, stated that he was
representing the owners: Mack Cleveland and Pat Stenstrom.
Mrs. Stairs asked that people speaking in favor of or in opposition
to this request at this time present only new facts .
Mr. Marston read into the records, to be considered, a letter (copy
attached) from Yovaish Engineering Sciences, Inc. .
Mr. Platts asked if the revised report and the original report were
based on site development plans. Mr. Marston stated that the
letter reflects, in the last paragraph, that there could be 160
units built on the property that will not present any undue hazards
or intrusion upon the safety and water quality in the area. He
stated that the owners have presented primafacie evidence that this
request does not constitute a hazard to the City of Sanford.
Charles Choyce, representative for Loch Arbor Homeowners
Association, 582 Hardway Place, Lake Mary, spoke in opposition to
the request. He entered into the record a 7 page report titled
"The Homeowners Position", attached. He stated that this report
basically sums up what has been previously discussed. He stated
that the report cites procedural problems, i.e. a 10 day notice was
not given of this hearing. The second procedural problem relates
to the application being denied, a new application needs to be
submitted. Clay Simmons, City Attorney stated that the issue of
notice was adequately given because the request was tabled to the
next regularly scheduled meeting. Mr. Simmons stated that the
request was tabled and properly removed from the table tonight.
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Mr. Simmons stated that the action was cured because it was tabled.
It remains an open, active item to be voted on by this Board. He
stated that since this Board has not formerly adopted rules, the
rules of the Chair presides.
Charles Choyce stated that the developers must have a site plan..
The site plan submitted earlier was voted down. If someone is
going to ask for a conditional use, he must have a site plan. Mr.
Marder stated that, on the record, there is substantial information.
that provides the basis for making a decision on this question.
Mr_ Choyce disagreed with Mr. Marder, stating that the City shall
review all site plans and subdivision plans. A conditional use
cannot be approved unless there is a site plan.
Mr. Robert stated that in the letter from Dean Barber, attached, of
the Department of Environmental Protection, Mr. Barber indicates
that with no new development a fix is needed. Mr. Choyce stated
that there is no discharge and no turn over of water. This
applicant wants to add to the pollution.of the lake.
Mr. Robert stated that regarding the oak trees, there is a large
number of laurel oaks nearing the end of their life. He asked why
Mr. Choyce thinks the sewer lines would damage the trees. Mr.
Choyce stated that in order to protect the wellfields when the
sewer pipe leaks, the only logical location for placement of the
sewer lines will be along the road where the trees are. This would
be signing the death warrant for the trees.
Mr. Robert asked Mr. Choyce if he had indicated that the City
apparently has refused to review the subdivision. plans. Mr. Choyce
stated that he was going by what Mr. Marder had said that this
conditional use could be approved without reviewing a site plan.
Mr. Choyce stated that he has a !letter from Utilities, Inc. of
Florida advising the developer tha4 Retention Pond B is adjacent to
their wellsite. It requires a minimum setback. distance of 100
Mr. Stogner stated that in the information Mr. Choyce presented to
the Commission, the applicant was sent a copy and have been asked
to respond to your concerns. Mr. Choyce stated that Mr. Cleveland
has not met with owners. He stated that he had met with Mr. Garbe
and he has indicated that his attorney is very expensive and not in
a position to meet with them.
Mr. Valerino stated that even with the granting of a conditional
use, all such facilities must be inspected by FDEP and SJRWMD. If
SJRWMD had problems with the way things were being done, they
wouldn't issue any permits. Development must comply with the
SJRWMD. Mr.. Choyce stated that a permit application is at the
SJRWMD. It was put in. with the original site plan. In February or
March the developer asked for a 60 day permitting extension. The
developer has since asked for an additional 60 day extension. Mr.
Choyce stated that the problem is don't worry because St. Johns is
going to address these issues. Its one of these intergovermental
things.
Gary Exner, 393 Whooping Loop, Altamonte Springs, stated that he
was contracted by Mr. Choyce and the Homeowners Association.to do
water quality concentrations. A sample was collected near the
proposed discharge area of this development. He stated that the
sample as a sediment sample. It was found that nitrogen is 439
milligrams per kilogram. It was found that Phosphorous is below
the technical limits. Nitrogen is indicative of fertilizer
concentrations and certain runoff constituents. Comer is 1.5
milligrams per kilogram. He stated that cadmium, lead zinc and
potassium were measured. Potassium was measured to determine a
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mixture of fertilizer. Zinc was found to be in a detectable range
at 5 milligrams per kilogram. The Ph was within normal range. The
water quality was measured and found that the BOD was at 2.8. The
Chloraphyls were low. Total nitrogen was high. Concentrations
indicate that there is a considerable amount of loading
constituencies coming from other areas. There is a potential for
a relatively high impervious surface area that would drain through
the wastewater system and contribute pesticides, etc. He stated
that he is concerned that the retention for wet detention areas
would probably be insufficient to handle the amount of loading
coming from a residential area and draining into Crystal Lake.
Mr. Valerino asked if the things Mr. Exner had discussed would be
concerns of the FDEP. Mr. Exner stated "yes ". The FDOT has been
experiencing staffing problems. Mr. Exner stated that he was aware
that many of these things go on in a relative unnoticed position as
far as water quality is concerned. Mr. Valerino asked if a person
would have the chance to report to the FDEP Board before a permit
is issued to voice concerns. Mr. Exner stated that he believes
this to be true. A person has the right to appear before them and
also the SJRWMD.
Mr. McClanahan asked if the runoff being generated at this time
goes directly into the lake. Mr. Exner stated that it depends on
the age and design of a development. Mr. McClanahan asked if the
runoff going into the lake now is being treated in any way. Mr.
Exner caution that there is a volume of water that you must be
prepared to put more pollution into it. Mr. McClanahan stated that
any development comes under the requirements which have been put in
place that requires all runoff to be kept on the property until it
settles and have a pop -over, then runs over into the system. The
runoff generated here would be relatively safe with a much higher
quality than what is going in there at this time. Mr. Exner stated
that this particular parcel of land does not have any parked
vehicles on it that would leak oil and grease. Mr. McClanahan
asked Mr. Exner if he agreed that the water must be initially
retained on the property. Mr. Exner stated "yes ".
Mrs. Stairs stated that in the engineering study there may be a
possibility that some of the homesites that are on septic tanks
could tie into this system and asked if this would make it better
for the runoff. Mr. Exner stated that if there are sufficient
cleaning systems, this would be the case.
Mrs. Stairs stated that there are septic tanks within 75' of the
wellfield. Could this not be a good thing in the long run if the
septic tank users tie into the sewer system. Mr. Exner stated that
there would be concern if there is adverse runoff that would go
into the lake.
Mr. Brooks stated that he could not believe that reasonable experts
on both sides of this issue, could not come to a decision as to
whether or not this is harmful or positive. He stated that he
feels that with all of the protection in place with the City and
other resources, the experts and the people who are presenting this
for approval, have not checked into the tact that this would be
endangering the lives of others. Mr. Exner stated that this data
is the first data. There was no data available to DEP. Mr. Robert
stated that the Commission does not have anything to do with
retention ponds concerns, it is with the protection of the
wellfield. Any construction of wastewater and stormwater
facilities does not hazard our well.field. Mr. Exner stated that
there just isn't enough facts. The water quality would change in
the lake. The lake contributes to the wellfield.. Mr. Stogner
asked if Crystal Lake could take any more loading or is it at a
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maximum capacity. Mr. Exner stated that at a risk of loosing all
credibility, one sample is never enough. Requirements would be for
more than one sample on at least two occasions. From the one
sample, he stated that he could say that it would be able to take
another 50 pounds of total nitrogen before it goes into a euphoric
state. One event, one time, does not show it is going into a
euphoric state.
Mr. Simmons stated that the conditional use's entire site falls
within the second protection area. To build anything requires a
conditional use. The conditional use is being considered because
there are drainage considerations and proposed underground
facilities. The Commission is not approving any facilities
tonight. If this Board grants a conditional use, this simply
allows the applicant to go forward with a site plan with actual
designs of pipes and transmission lines. The conditions could then
be placed on the site plan. The testimony about the lake has no
bearing on what is being considered tonight. A conditional use is
a legislative use of approval with conditions attached. If there
is evidence on the record that supports the conditional use that is
being requested, i.e. no harm to the wellfield, then the applicant
has met his burden.. This board has no evidence to deny this
application. In order to deny the request, someone has to provide
information that must prove that sewer pipes cannot be installed
safely within the wellfield protection zone. The Planning and
Zoning Commission has evidence from a engineer that says this can
be accomplished safely. The applicant has done this through the
engineering report. Mr. Platts asked what if the Commission
determines that the information provided is insufficient. Mr.
Simmons stated that the applicant has shifted to this Board or
Staff to disprove his evidence. Mr. Simmons advised the Commission
that the applicant is entitled to the use of his property. The
City will wind up buying his property if he cannot use it.
Carolyn Bingham, 101 Crystal View East., stated that the SJRWMD had
denied the developer's permit due to lack of information. She
stated that the structure presently on the Lake is presenting a
problem. This is an environmentally sensitive lake.
Mr. Marston stated that the SJRWMD's letter indicated that if their
regulations are satisfied, that they would not have a problem with
this development. The permit that was originally submitted expired
because a number of extensions in time. This rejection is a
technical procedural issue based on time.
Mr. valerino asked what takes place so that these people concerns
can be reviewed by SJRWMD or FDEP. Mr. Marston stated that this is
a land use issue, whether or not the owners can develop their
property. An approval of the conditional use tonight is not a
blanket for any site plan. He stated that approval of this request
is needed from this Commission. Mr. Marston stated that the State
does monitor water quality on an annual basis. The issue tonight
is not a site plan and not a development requirement. Mr. valerino
asked Mr. Marston if he knew that Mr. Garbe would not talk to
adjacent property owners and why. Mr. Marston stated that a letter
dated April 20 was a letter from Mr. Garbe requesting a meeting to
discuss this issue. The letter was returned to Mr. Garbe and
received yesterday. Mr. Garbe has met before with Mr. Choyce and
made an attempt through phone calls to try to set up a meeting. He
stated that he anticipates a meeting will occur. Mr. Marston
stated that Dr. Edward's return letter indicates that there are
concerns for drainage on his property that exists now. Mr. Garbe's
piece could contribute better quality to surrounding lands.
Mr. valerino asked if site plans are submitted to FDEP and SJRWMD
before coming to the City. Mr. Marder stated that the processes
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take place simultaneously. The City has written assurance that
FDEP and SJRWMD permits are in hand before issuing a site
development permit.
Mr. Platts moved to deny based on the insufficiency of evidence
submitted by applicant. Mr. Dyal seconded for discussion. Mr.
Robert disagreed with the motion to deny because the applicant has
presented sufficient evidence. He stated that the homeowners have
legitimate concerns. There will be site plans. Mr. Robert stated
that the developer has to jump a lot of hurdles before they build.
anything. Mr. Stogner stated that he has concerns regarding the
lake and the secondary wellfield zone. He stated that the
Commission needed. to stick to the facts. There are a lot of
issues. These people will come before this Board again. This is
not carte blanche, this is a hurdle. Mr. Valerino stated that he
feels the same as Mr. Stogner and Mr. Roberts. Mr. Platts stated
that this step should be later in the process. Mr. Valeri.no stated
that he would rather look at it step by step. The best interest of
th community can be looked after in doing it one step at a time.
Mr. Platts in favor of the motion. All others opposed. Motion
de ied.
Mr. Robert moved to approve based on findings, both pro and con,
Staff's input, and subject to the conditions of Staff's
re commendat ions, Items A through D. Seconded by Mr. Valerin.o. Mr.
Platts opposed to the motion. All others in favor. Motion.
carried.
Th next item on the Agenda was the consideration.of the Seminole
Towne Center Replat No. 2, replatting portions of Seminole Towne
Ce ter Replat PB 47, PGS 8 -10, Tracts 6, 10, 14 and 15 located in
a PD, Planned Development Zoning District. Owner: Seminole Towne
Ce ter Limited Partnership; representative: Thomas J. Schneider,
En ineer; Richard D. Merkel, P.E.
Chick Schneider, P. 0. Box 7033, Indianapolis, stated that he was
re , resenting Seminole Towne Center and the Limited Investors. He
stated that on the second page of plat, it shows where United
Ar ist Cinema will be located on Tract 21. Tract 23 is for
st rmwater ponding areas. The reason for replatting is at the
Ci yes request and to establish a tract for United Artist.
Mr. Robert questioned Tract 9. Mr. Schneider stated that what is
currently shown on Tract 9 is Sears Tire and Auto Center. It is a
separate structure from the Mall. Tract 21 is where United Artist
is going in. Mr. Platts asked if Tract 24 is for future
development. Mr. Schneider stated that that area is contemplated
to be condemned by DOT for I -4 interchange. Mr. Robert questioned
Tract 23 as to the existing dry or 'wet weather ponding and asked if
anything would change. Mr. Schneider stated that it would be
redesigned to accommodate runoff from United Artist Theater.
Mr Robert Robert moved for approual. Seconded by Mr. Brooks. All in
favor. Motion carried.
The next item on the Agenda was the consideration of the Site Plan.
for Seminole Towne Center - united artists Theater, a movie theater
located along Towne Center ;Limited Partnership. Representative:
Thomas J. Schneider, Engine6r; Richard. D. Merkel, P.E.
Chuck Schneider was present for representation. He stated that the
site plan is similar to what was submitted before. There is very
little difference. The actual engineering design was put in. Mr.
Schneider stated that he has reviewed staffs comments and has no
objections. Schneider stated that there is ongoing grading
only. Landscating will have to be approved at a later date. Mr.
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Gibson noted that the landscaping will be in accord with the Mall
itself. Mr. Schneider stated that the landscaping will continue
the same as for the entire Mall. The isles will be the same.
Mr. Robert moved to approve subject to final engineering. Mr.
Platts seconded. All in favor. Motion carried.
The next item on the Agenda was the consideration of the Site Plan
for Lot 29, Sanford commerce Park, Thomas Sweet's Ice Cream, an
office /warehouse use located at 104 Commerce Way in a RI -1,
Restricted Industrial. zoning District. Owner: Thomas Sweet;
representative: H.D. Holsombach.
Dick Holsombach, 1218 E. Langley Ct., Lake Mary, stated that he had
addressed the comments of the Plans Review Committee of 4/25. He
stated that he has subsequently returned plans complying with all
the comments. This will be a distribution facility for ice cream.
There will be a half dozen freezers. He stated that Thomas Sweet's
is the premier ice cream manufacturer in the U.S. from a quality
standpoint.
Mr. McClanahan moved to approve subject to staff's recommendations.
Seconded by Mr. Valerino. All in favor. Motion carried.
The next item on the Agenda was the consideration of the request to
allow chain link fencing within a required front yard setback for
Dick's Trucking & Leasing, Inc., located at 301 Northstar Court in
a GC -2, General Commercial Zoning district. Owner: Richard B.
Cardegnio; representative: H.D. Holsombach.
Dick Holsombach, Lake Mary, was present for representation. He
stated that Dick's Trucking has made this application. He stated
that a drawing of the site plan outlining the fence was submitted.
He is requesting a fence because this property is at the end of the
cul -de -sac. Mr. Holsombach entered into the record two letters
from the neighbors to the north and east' stating that they have no
objection to this request. Mr. Holsombach explained that MCT
Depot, Consolidated and K & W Trucking companies' have found it
necessary to,install fences because of the value of the trucks. He
stated that in reviewing the standards for variances that special
conditions and circumstances do exist. Such granting to allow the
fence will not be injurious to anyone. The owner will install a
complete and comprehensive landscaping plan that will encompass
this property. Mr. Holsombach stated that it is in complete
conformance with the City's landscaping code. Landscaping will be
on the outside of the easterly fence and the inside of the
northerly fence. This will be a 6' fence with barbed wire on top.
Mr. Holsombach stated that the City has been generous to issue a
certificate of occupancy for the building before putting in
landscaping because when the buildings are unoccupied, people take
out shrubs_
Richard Cardegnio, 14.29 Nailpoint Road in Longwood, stated that he
is asking for the fence because of pilferage and vandalism. He
stated that he will be hauling imported fish and plants.
Occasionally, he may haul 6lothing which may sit overnight in a
trailer. There is not a security system in the building now. He
is contemplating on installing one.
Mr. Stogner stated that he has a concern for safety in case of
fire. It Appears to be a small gate. Can a fire truck get in?
Mr. Cardegnio stated that the front gate is 30' and rear gate is
15' wide and that the Fire Department should not have any problems.
He stated that essentially, he does not store anything inside the
building. Mr. Robert asked if there is a fence to go on either
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side of the truck well. Mr. Cardegnio stated that it would be
fenced on one side and the other side would be covered by a canopy.
Mr. Robert moved to approve. Seconded by Mr. McClanahan.. All in
favor. Motion carried.
The next item was the consideration of the request for an extension
of the approval date for the Southridge Planned Development located
at 5000 CR 46A in a PD, Planned Development Zoning District.
Owner: Harold G. Hartsock, Trustee; representative: Bruce
Andersen.
Bruce Andersen, 3685 Mid Iron Dr., Winter Park, stated that he was
representing Eoghan Kelly. Mr. Kelly is requesting a five year
extension because of the Beltway and because of several parties
potentially interested in the property. Mr. Marder stated that the
Commission would not be changing anything that has been approved,
just extending it. All conditions were reviewed by Planning and
Zoning at that time. It originated here then went to the City
Commission. The conditions were very well discussed at some
length.
Mr. Dyal moved to recommend approval as presented for the
extension. Seconded by Mr. McClanahan. All in favor. Motion
carried.
The next item on the Agenda was the consideration of a resolution .
supporting the Lake Monroe Riverwalk project grant application.
Mr. McClanahan moved to support the resolution. Seconded by Mr.
Stogner. Mr. Dyal stated moved to table. Mr. Valerino seconded.
In favor of the motion was Mr. Dyal, Mr. Valerino, and Mr. Platts.
Opposed was Mr. Stogner, Mr. Robert, Mr. McClanahan, Mr. Brooks,
and Mrs. Stairs. Motion failed. Mr. Marder stated that this is in
relationship to showing support for various bodies in favor of a
grant application to the Orlando Urban Area Metropolitan Planning
Organization which has federal funds for enhancement projects for
bicycle and pedestrian ways as well as environmental enhancement
projects. Last year when we applied we were No. 7. There were two
projects ahead of us in qualifying. we apply every year. This is
basically a riverwalk project along the lake. All in favor.
Motion carried.
Mr. Robert moved to approve the Minutes as circulated. Seconded by
Mr. Dyal. All in favor. Motion carried.
Mr. Platts moved to adopt Roberts Rules of Order as the official
rules of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. Valerino seconded
for discussion. Mr. McClanahan stated that in 1972 the City
Commission got a motion through to adopt Roberts Rules which lasted
about 3 months. It was found that it was very difficult to operate
under those rules. Mr. Simmons stated that if the Commission does
not adopt Roberts Rules or some other rules, then its the rule of
the Chair. This gives the Board a lot of latitude you don't have
if rigid rules are adopted. If the rigid rules are not abided by,
this could be a reason why someone can appeal. Mr. Dyal stated
that as long as the Commission behaves in an orderly fashion and
recognize motions and procedures and try to abide in best interest
of everyone, there should be no problems. Mr. Valerino stated that
after discussion, he favors the rules of chair. Mr. Platts
withdrew his motion.
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Mr. Dyal asked Staff why place an item such as Item 1 as the first
item and place other requests at the end. Mr. Simmons stated that
the Chairman can shuffle the agenda at any time.
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Mr. Dyal asked if the trucks on 12 St. had been investigated. Mr.
Marder reported that it was sent to Code Enforcement.
Mr. Gibson reported that there is a warrant study ongoing for the
traffic signal at Mellonville and 25th.
Mr. McClanahan reported that at the northeast corner of 5th and
Elm, there is a boat trailer between the sidewalk and the street.
It needs to be moved.
Mr. Platts stated that the fence at the park at Southside School
has been taken down. Mr. Marder stated that there is a right -of-
way in front of building there. He will look into this.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 10:00
P.M.
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Helen SItairs, Chairperson
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Planning
SUBJECT: Recommendations for Meeting of May 4, 1995
CLEVELAND AND STENSTROM - Request conditional use approval to permit the
construction of wastewater and stormwater related facilities within a secondary
wellfield protection zone for property Zoned MR -1, Multiple Family Residential
located on Country Club Road.
Site is Zoned MR -1, Multiple Family Residential and includes approximately 20
acres. Site is basically vacant at the present time.
2. Site is adjacent to various single family dwellings and a golf course.
3. The site and surrounding area are included in a secondary wellfield protection
zone associated with City of Sanford's Wellfield Number 2. Wellfield Number
2 includes four active potable water wells located on the west side of the
Mayfair Golf Course. Open drainage cuts below the seasonal high water table
are permitted as conditional uses. There are several drainage ponds located
within the vicinity of the site including several on the golf course property
itself as well as drainage retention ponds serving nearby single family
subdivision developments. These existing facilities serve existing adjacent
recreational and residential development. Proposed drainage retention ponds
associated with the proposed development are similar to drainage retention
areas and ponds already established in the immediate area.
4. The applicant has submitted a list of justifications entitled "Section 6.0,
Wellfield Protection" intended to indicate reasons that the conditional use
request should be approved. The list references a study prepared by Yovaish
Engineering Sciences, Inc. dated January 5, 1995. That study concludes that
development of the site "will not pose an undue hazard or intrusion on the
safety and water quality within this area." The study states that a stormwater
management system of wet ponds would be at or above the normal seasonal
high groundwater table level and would as such not constitute an "open
drainage cut below the seasonal high water table" as noted for Secondary
Protection Zones defined in Schedule M of the Land Development Regulations.
The study provides further detail regarding potential hazard posed by sanitary
sewer lines, noting that deeper casing depths for Wellfield No. 2 provides a
higher than normal degree of certainty that water quality will not be affected
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TO: City of Sanford Planning and Zoning Commission
than shallower casing depths typical of shallow well construction.
5. The two parcels constituting the site have sufficient frontage on a public
street based on 400 plus and 500 plus feet frontage upon Country Club Road.
6. Recommend approval of the request to establish stormwater and wastewater
facilities within a secondary wellfield protection zone based findings and
engineering data provided by the applicant subject to the following conditions
and standards:
a. All general requirements of the Zoning Ordinance shall be met during
the development of the site.
b. All parcels or subdivision of the site into parcels, tracts or lots shall
comply with the Zoning Ordinance in terms of street frontage, spacing
of access points and other vehicular requirements.
C. All proposed buildings or structures shall be located an adequate
distance from all parcel lines in compliance with the City of Sanford
Zoning Ordinance, including buffer depths and visual screens.
d. Signs identifying the use of the site shall be subject to the review of the
Planning and Zoning Commission.
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