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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09.02.93FROM THE LAND DEVELOPMENT L r - COORDINATOR August 27, 1993 TO: Planning and Zoning Commission SUBJECT: Regularly Scheduled Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission, 7:00 P.M., Thursday, September 2, 1993, in the City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Sanford, Florida AGENDA 1. Hold a Public Hearing to consider a request for a Conditional Use for property located at 422 Palmetto Avenue, in an SR -1, Single Family Dwelling Residential Zoning District, for the purpose of a parking lot. Owner: First United Methodist Church /Seminole National Bank Representative: William Nlaliczowski 2. Hold a Public Hearing to consider a request for a Conditional Use for property located at 2990 S. Sanford Avenue, in a RC -1, Restricted Commercial Zoning District, for the purpose of alcoholic beverage sales, Class 5, with a restaurant. Owner /representative: Fred & Audrey Frost 3. Hold a Public Hearing to consider a request for a Conditional Use for property located at 2454 S. Sanford Avenue, in a RC -1, Restricted Commercial Zoning District, for the purpose of alcoholic beverage sales, Class 1, in a non - conforming structure. Owner: W. Donald Smith Representative: Dilip Patel 4. Hold a Public Hearing to consider a request for a Dimensional Variance for property located at. 956 Upsala Road, in a RI -1, Restricted Industrial Zoning District, for the purpose of a garage addition. Owner/representative: Stanley & Stephanie Tomaszewski 5. Hold a Public Hearing to consider a request for a Conditional Use for property located at 3763 Orlando Drive, in a GC -2, General Commercial Zoning District, for automobile and truck accessory sales and installation. Owner: Merrill, Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Representative: Daniel Houser 6. Review and comment on the Proposed Change to a Previously Approved for the Seminole Properties DRI Development Order. Owner: Seminole Towne Center LIP and Seminole Investors Representative: James G. Vuillard 7. Consider the request for an extension of the approval of the site plan in which the applicant was not required to pave seven parking spaces, for Temporary Living Center, a health out- patient function and daycare use, located at 519 Palmetto Avenue in a GC -2, General Commercial Zoning District. Owner: Seminole County School Board Representative: Kathleen Turner S. Consider a request for an exemption to allow a six (6) foot chain link fence in the front yard of of 1104 Magnolia Avenue, a residential use, located in a SR -1, Single Family Dwelling Residential Zoning District. Owner: Darlene F. Johnson 9. Any other business from floor or Commission Members. 10. Reports from Staff. 11. Approval of Minutes. ADVICE TO THE PUBLIC. If a person decides to appeal a decision made with respect to any matter considered at the above meeting or hearing, he may need a verbatim record of the proceedings including the testimony and evidence, which record is not provided by the City of Sanford. (FS 2B®.0105). Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact the personnel office ADA coordinator at 330 -5926 48 hours in advance of the meeting. MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 2, 1993 7:00 P.M. CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS MEMB ERS PRESENT: Ben Dyal Helen Stairs Leon Brooks Mike Davis John LeRoy Cathryn welch Cynthia Holt - Miller ME MBERS ABSENT Joe Dennison Tom Speer OTHERS PRESENT: Jay harder, Director of Planning and Development Bettie Sonnenberg, Land Development Coordinator Russell Gibson, Planning Technician Marion Anderson, Recording Secretary The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Acting Chairperson Stairs. The first item on the Agenda was to hold a Public Hearing to consider a request for a Conditional Use for property located at 422 Palmetto Avenue, in an SR -1, Single Family Dwelling Residential Zoning District, for the purpose of a parking lot. Owner: First United Methodist Church /Seminole National Bank; representative: William Maliczowski. William Maliczowski, a member of the Church, stated that he was selected by the Board of Trustees to represent this request. Mr. Davis asked how many parking spaces were involved. Mr. Maliczowski stated that there are approximately 8 parking spaces involved in this request. He stated that the Church presently owns the adjacent grassed lot, it percolates well, has limerock and railroad ties indicating parking spaces. Mrs. Stairs asked if the Church had purchased 422 Palmetto Ave. Mr. Maliczowski stated that the bank took over the lot as a foreclosure item. He stated that the purchase of 422 Palmetto Avenue was contingent upon this conditional use approval. Mrs. Stairs asked if the Church was aware of the historic structure on this lot. Mr. Maliczowski stated "yes ". He stated that the Church had tried to contact members of the Historical Society and that he had talked to Mrs. Sonnenberg and Mr. harder regarding this structure. He stated that the Church plans are to remove the structure, possibly by giving it away for the expense of mowing, or completely tearing it down. He stated that if there were no adverse suggestions by the societies, the Church would like to able to do what they propose to do. At the present time, , there are a number of code violations against the property. Mr. Maliczowski stated the code violations included the lawn, which was a foot and a half in height. Also, there was some debris in and around the property. He stated that the main code violations must be within the structure. He stated that razing it would take care of the code violations. Mr. Davis asked if more expansions were planned and what was the purpose of the eight additional parking spaces. Mr. Maliczowski stated that the Church feels that the Church population is growing MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 2, 1993 PAGE 2 along with the City's. More parking spaces are needed and if the Church could obtain the entire tract, it would convert it into a model parking lot. Mary Lou McDonald, 117 Oaks Ct . , Sanford, stated that she is a long time member of the church and is the Acting Chairperson of Trustees. She stated a growth plan done by the Church, documented the need for more off street parking. Their handicap spaces have been increased by 5. The daycare has 79 children with the street area used for pick up and delivery. On Sundays, there are visitors, and a need for more parking spaces. Mr. Dyal asked if the church owns Lot 14. Mr. Maliczowski stated "yes ". He stated that the Church's membership was around 640. Currently they are parking along 5th Street Through the week, the parking lot is being well utilized by parishioners, workers, and visitors. This indicates that additional space is needed. Mr. harder stated that the Historic Preservation Board had given this request a courtesy review. He stated that the Board felt that the Church expansion was good, but that the request is for such an old property that they recommended the request for a parking lot be denied to save the house. Mr. Marder entered into the record the various findings of the Historic Preservation Board which based the recommendation to the Planning and Zoning Commission to deny the request; 1) The integrity of the historic buildings between 5th and 6th Streets and Park and Oak Avenues would be destroyed. 2) The southwest corner of that block is the northwest corner of 5th Street and Magnolia Avenue. There are.no empty spots along that block and that block contains all historical homes. 3) From "A Chronology of the Development of the City of Sanford, with major emphasis on early growth.." 1975, Page 6. The date is 1578 in October, James Ingraham, in order to raise property values and ultimately make more money for H.S. Sanford, sold lots on the block between 4th and 5th Streets and Magnolia and Palmetto Avenues for an extremely low $40.00 per lot, influencing the increased construction of residences there, thus raising property values on the surrounding blocks. Monte Olinger, Chairman, Historic Preservation Board, 910 Elm Ave. was present to speak in opposition. He stated that the structure was built in 1897 and is on the National Registry. He stated that there is a need to protect the historic structures. This property is old but it can be renovated and restored with the proper care and attention. There are many homes in the District that are in worse condition. He stated that it would be unsightly to have a parking lot next door to a house. Mr. Dyal asked if the historic group had any ideas of a buyer or how the restoration could be done. He also asked if the Historic Board wanted to see the house deteriorate. Mr. Olinger stated that he would hope that the Sanford Historic Trust would make all efforts to protect this property, and if it is donated to the Trust, they would come up with a way to restore and renovate it. Mr. Olinger stated that while it is in disrepair now, it may not always be this way. MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 2, 1993 PAGE L 3 Martha Wells, 500 Palmetto Ave., stated that she was in the middle between seeing it deteriorate or having it torn down. She stated that she would hate to see a home that is on the register be taken down but, she does not want to see it deteriorate any more. She has lived at this address for 1 and 1/2 years and nothing has been done with this house. The home has been empty for about a year and three months. It was rental property. She stated that she would rather have a piece of property kept up than see this little house decay. Jami Meeks, 621 Park Ave., President of Sanford Historic Trust stated that the Trust's position was to oppose the conditional use because the property is a contributing structure to the Historic District that helped place it on the National Register. The approval of this request would set a precedent. She stated that the Trust will be presenting a set of codes to the City Commission and that a request of this nature would be covered by those codes. She stated that the Historic Trust represents preservation and revitalization not destruction, she asked how could S parking spaces break the Church. Mr. Dyal asked if the homes across the street from the Baptist Church are historic homes. He stated that a precedent had already been established. Jimmy Straehla, 813 Magnolia Ave., stated that those houses were moved before the designation of the historic district. Mrs. Stairs asked when was the Historic District placed on the register. Mr. Straehla stated in 1991. Mr. Dyal stated that if a property is deteriorating, then someone needs to do something about it. Mr. Maliczowski stated that the Church would like to expand its facilities. He stated that he was sure that there are many suggestions to be made by the historical society that have much value, but the Church would go by what the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends. Mrs. Welch stated that her concerns are the problems that the Planning and Zoning Commission might have if a precedent is set on a new street. she asked if code enforcement could be enforced on the bank. Mr. harder stated that the City could continue code enforcement on the bank but that it would not be very effective. Mrs. Welch moved to deny the request based on setting a precedent and the encroachment of non - residential uses. Seconded by Ms. Halt - Miller. Mr. Brooks stated that he felt Mrs. Welch had a conflict of interest because she lives in the area and she is a member of the Historic society. Mr. Brooks stated that he sees the role of the Commission as considering the conditional use, not trying to tell someone what to do with their property. Mrs. Stairs stated that it would be a conflict of interest only if there was monetary gain. Mr. Davis stated that he could not see the bank donating this property to anyone. Mr. Dyal stated that the Church would sell the house for the cost of moving it. Mrs. Welch stated that the city could end up with an island of residences on Magnolia, churches of worship on one side of the street and parking on the other. Mr. Brooks stated that the property is an eyesore and attracts an element that is not conducive to growth and beautification to the City. The amount of money that it will take to have it renovated will be maximum. Mr. Maliczowski stated that the home was on the market at least two times before being offered to the Church in 1990. Mrs. Welch, Mr. LeRoy, Mrs. Stairs, and Ms. Holt- Miller were in favor of denying the request. Mr. Dyal, Mr. Brooks, and Mr. Davis were in opposition. Motion carried. MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 2, 1993 PAGE 4 Due to a personal engagement, the representative of Item G on the Agenda, requested to be heard next. This item was the review and comment on the Proposed Change to a Previously Approved for the Seminole Properties DRI Development Order. owner: Seminole Towne Center LIP and Seminole Investors; representative: Names G. Willard. Jim Willard, attorney for Melvin Simons, was present for representation. He stated that the Mall Developer has filed a notification requesting an amendment to advance the square footage of development, to increase the amount of square footage in Phase 1, and to clarify that certain non - traffic generating square footage in the mall, such as elevators, would not be counted toward the Phase I construction square footage. He stated that they are in complete agreement with staffs recommendations. Telephone conversations with ECFRPC, DOT and DCA, to resolve their concerns, have been accomplished. He stated that none of the agencies have established that these are substantial deviations. Mr. Dyal moved to recommend approval of the request. Mrs. Welch seconded. All in favor. Motion carried. The next item on the Agenda was to hold a Public Hearing to consider a request for a Conditional Use for property located at 2990 S. Sanford Avenue, in a RC -1, Restricted Commercial Zoning District, for the purpose of alcoholic beverage sales, Class 5, with a restaurant. Owner /representative: Fred & Audrey Frost. Fred Frost, 3881 S. Sanford Ave., stated that he had been leasing a part of this building for approximately 10 years. Now that he has bought the property, he would like to try something different. Mr. Davis asked if the request included the entire building. Mr. Frost stated that it is just for the convenience store. Mr. Dyal asked what kind of restaurant was this going to be. Mr. Frost stated that he was not that far in the operation yet. Ms. Holt - Miller asked, the hours of operation. Mr. Frost stated that they would be from 10:00 a.m. to midnight. Mr. Davis moved to recommend approval. Seconded by Mr. Brooks. Mr. LeRoy and Mrs. Holt - Miller opposed. Motion carried. The next item on the Agenda was to hold a Public Hearing to consider a request for a Conditional Use for property located at 2484 S. Sanford Avenue, in a RC -1, Restricted Commercial Zoning District, for the purpose of alcoholic beverage sales, Class 1, in a non - conforming structure. Owner: W. Donald Smith; representative: Dilip Patel. Dilip Patel, 3300 S. Sanford Ave., stated that he plans to open an independent convenience store and plans to sell beer and wine. Mr. Davis asked if renovations to property would be done. Mr. Patel stated that he would be moving in in about 4 weeks if he could get a beer and wine license. The hours of operation will be Monday through Saturdays, Sam to 8pm. He stated that he would be closed on Sundays. Mr. LeRoy asked why did he think this would be a good location for a convenience store with two other stores in the immediate area. Mr. Patel stated he has another store in Sanford and that he knows the business. In opposition was Shirley Grieme of 1200 W. 20th Street. She stated that her mother lives on the adjacent property and that she MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING of SEPTEMBER 2, 1993 PAGE 5 is 85 years old. Ms. Grieme stated that many of the residents are elderly and alone. With two other convenience stores she could not see the need for another store. She objects to this kind of establishment. In opposition was Mary Williams of 2474 Sanford Ave. She stated that she has lived here for 60 years. She stated that she does not object to a business but objects to the type of business. Charles Hunter of 2481 S. Palmetto Ave. stated that he has 4 small children and one is hearing impaired. He stated that he is concerned about the traffic in the alley. Roy Battle of 2472 Sanford Ave. stated that he is concerned with the alleyway behind the houses. He stated that it would be a lot easier to use the alleyway rather than Sanford Avenue and traffic would increase in the alley. Baggs across the street gets quite congested. The Handy ay across the street is a busy establishment. Getting in and out will be hard and will cause more congestion. The alleyway is more or less one way in which will cause problems. There is not a lot of traffic in this alley now. There are 6 houses that have access to this alleyway. Mr. Davis asked if the use of the alleyway is in conjunction with this business or if there will be a site plan that shows the traffic circulation. Mrs. Sonnenberg stated that if this use is approved, he will need a site plan. Mr. Marder noted that there is quite a lot of parking on site. Ruth Battle, 2472 Sanford Ave., stated that Sanford Ave. is a very busy street. She stated that she has a hard time getting in and out on Sanford Ave. A lot of families have children that play 'in the alley. She stated that the alley keeps children out of the road and out of traffic. Mr. Davis asked Mr. Patel if he needed to use the alleyway. Mr. Patel stated that he does not think he will be using the alley. Mr. Davis asked if he had any problems with putting hedges on the back of the property so people would not use the alleyway. Mr. Patel stated that he did not have any problems with putting in some hedges. Mrs. Stairs read into the record a letter from Katie Willis, objecting to the sale of alcoholic beverages. Mr. Davis made a motion to recommend approval with the conditions to remove 5' of pavement of the west property line and put in hedges to keep people from using alleyway. Seconded by Dyal. Mr. LeRoy asked that instead of making this just a hedge, if the chain link fence could be continued. He stated that if traffic is backed up in the parking lot, hedges would not stop the traffic from going through. Mr. Davis amended the motion to extend the chain link fence across the west property line to the north corner along with a hedge. In opposition to the motion was Mr. LeRoy and Mrs. Welch. Motion carried. The next item on the Agenda was to hold a Public Hearing to consider a request for a Dimensional Variance for property located at 956 Upsala Road, in a RI -1, Restricted Industrial Zoning District, for the purpose of a garage addition. Owner/representative: Stanley & Stephanie Tomaszewski. Stanley Tomaszewski, 304 oak Ridge Cir., stated that he was asking for the dimensional variance to allow for the addition of a garage over the existing asphalt. The width of the proposed enclosure places the wall in the 20 foot setback in the rear. He stated that MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING OF SEPTMEBER 2. 1993 PAGE 6 the building is not placed squarely on the property. one corner is within the setback and the other corner is about 20 from boundary. He stated that the addition would be roughly 12" wide. Mr. LeRoy asked if the paving would increase. Mr. Thomaszewski stated that there is already sufficient paving. Mr. LeRoy moved on approval. seconded by Mr. Dyal. All in favor. Motion carried. The next item on the Agenda was to hold a Public Hearing to consider a request for a Conditional Use for property located at 3763 Orlando Drive, in a GC -2, General Commercial Zoning District.' for automobile and truck accessory sales and installation. Owner: Merrill, Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith; representative: Daniel Houser. John Robertson, 124 Azalea, Georgia, stated that he was representing the Leer Company. He stated that the growth in Sanford is impressive. There will be outside storage of tops with installation of bolt -ons or screw -ons inside. There will be no major repairs done. Ms. Holt - Miller asked Mr. Robertson if they had reviewed the recommendations from staff. He stated "no". Mr. Robertson stated that this property previously was Perkins Fence Co., and that they had outside storage. He asked why was this a change of use. Mr. Marder stated that it is because of the period of time that the property was vacant. After 6 months, a property loses its lawfully existing non - conforming status. After 6 months, properties fall under our regulations as they are now written. Hopefully, this will help improve older properties. Mr. Davis commented that if outdoor storage and display is allowed, it must be set back 54 feet. Mr. Dyal asked how could this company show their product to the public behind a screen. Mr. Robertson stated that everything is new. A bay facility will be used for installation. The property is currently fenced and they would like to keep the barbed wire for security purposes. Martha Larson of winter Park, stated that she has been working with Leer for about two years. The Leer Company chose this spot in Sanford over many others. She stated that the Leer Company runs a clean and prestigious operation and will be a tremendous asset to the community. The demographics in the area are great. Mrs. Stairs stated that she had received a letter from Martha Larson, stating basically what she stated tonight. All members of the Commission noted that they had received letters. Ms. Holt- Miller moved to approve with the stipulations that outdoor display and storage areas shall be located outside of the base building setback line which is 140 feet from the centerline of U.S. Highway 17 -92 (approximately 50 feet from the right -of -way), the cyclone fence and barbed wire not to be permitted in this area; and all applicable landscape requirements as set forth in the City's Land Development Regulations shall be met. Seconded by Mr. Dyal. Mr. Dyal asked Ms. Holt - Miller if she was moving to approve the removal of the fence with the barbed wire within 50' from the right -of -way and all .applicable landscape requirements be met . Mr. Robertson noted that the fence is for security purposes only. Mr. Dyal, Mr. Davis and Brooks had no problems with the fence staying where it is . Ms. Holt - Miller amended the motion to have the fence MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 2, 1993 PAGE 7 remain where it is. Mr LeRoy requested that they move the tops back 20' from the fence line. Ms. Holt- biller amended her motion for approval with the stipulation that the fence remain where it is, the display items are 10' from the fence and all landscape requirements be met. Seconded by Mr. LeRoy. All in favor. Motion carried. The next item was the consideration of the request for an extension of the approval of the site plan in which the applicant was not required to pave seven parking spaces, for Temporary Living Center, a health out - patient function and daycare use, located at 519 Palmetto Avenue in a GC -2, General Commercial Zoning District. Owner: Seminole County School Board; representative: Kathleen Turner. Due to lack of representation, Mr. LeRoy moved to table. Seconded by Mrs. welch. All in favor. Motion carried. The next item was the consideration of a request for an exemption to allow a six ( 6 ) foot chain link fence in the front yard of 1104 Magnolia Avenue, a residential use, located in a SR -1, Single Family Dwelling Residential Zoning District. Owner /representative: Darlene F. Johnson. Darlene Johnson, 1104 S. Magnolia Ave., stated that the fence is mainly for security reasons. she stated that her roommate and she work opposite shifts and it is a little freightening coming home at night. Ms. Johnson stated that the immediate neighbors do not have any problems with the fence. She stated that there is a wooden fence along the back for privacy. Ms. Johnson stated that the chain link is for her dog's visualization. Laurie swain of 1104 S. Magnolia Avenue stated that the 6' high fence is necessary for security purposes. She stated many people wander around in the neighborhood. Her car has been vandalized. David Sharp, 1355 P�neway, stated that the fence is needed security. It is one %4ay to feel a little bit more secure. Mr. Marder read Schedule L, Sec. E, into the record noting it didn't restrict height. Mark Platts, 1115 Magnolia Ave., stated that the fence is inappropriate. There is an image of a high chain link fence in the front yar of a residential neighborhood and it is more suitable for industrial or commercial sites. A tall chain link fence denotes crime. He neighborhood is a great place to live and he problems. He would like to see the historical district 'maintained. He stated that the fence with the haracter of the neighborhood. Mr. Plat fence is scaleable, stated that the has not had any character of the is not inkeeping fts noted that the Mr. Davis commented that there are quite a few chain link fences in the area. The property is well kept. The yard and the house are in a nice shape. Laura St aehla, 813 Magnolia, stated that the owners. could apply for a grant from the Historic Trust to replace the fence along the front with something more in keeping with the neighborhood. Martha Wel stated that she has two small children and is alone at night. She stated that she has security alarms and dogs and that she feels very secure. She stated that the front of her house is an open environment. MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 2, 1993 PAGE 8 Mr. LeRoy asked if there could be a problem in relocating the 6' portion of the chain link fence back to be in line with the main part of the house. Ms. Johnson stated that she has made offers to screen the fence. She said that she is up against peoples' opinions. Ms. Johnson stated that there are a variety of fences in neighborhood. Mr. Davis moved to approve the request. Seconded by Mr. Dyal. Mr. Dyal stated that chain link fences should not be allowed in the front of homes. Mr. Davis noted that the property is clean and well kept. Mr. Brooks stated that the fence is ugly but the applicant is requesting it for security purposes. In apposition to the motion was Mrs. Welch and Mr. LeRoy. Motion carried. Ms. Holt - Miller moved to approve the minutes as circulated. Mr. Brooks seconded. All in favor. Motion carried. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:450 .A. Vw) - Q1 A H,iien St . Acting:. Chairperson From the Director of Planning and Developmen August 27, 1993 TO: City of Sanford Planning and Zoning Commission SUBJECT: Recommendations for Meeting of September 2, 1993 First United Methodist Church - Request conditional use approval to permit a parking lot for church use for property Zoned SR -1, Single Family Dwelling Residential located at 422 Palmetto Avenue. 1. The site is Zoned SR -1, Single Family Residential and includes a single family dwelling. The structure is listed as a Contributing Building on the Sanford Historic Survey prepared by Historic Preservation Services. Many original features and materials of the building appear to have been altered. For example, exterior walls appear to have been covered with vertical siding panels as opposed to horizontal lap siding that was probably utilized when the structure was originally constructed.. 2. The request is to utilize the property for a parking lot. It is assumed that the existing single family dwelling located on the site will be removed if this request is approved. 3. A church parking lot is located on the corner lot immediately west of site on the other side of the alley ( northeast corner of Magnolia Avenue and East 5th Street). In addition, various single family dwellings and church - related uses are located in the immediate vicinity of site. 4. Recommend that the request be approved based on the similarity of use already established for adjacent property. Frost - Request conditional use approval to permit the sale of alcoholic beverages, Class 5, with a restaurant, for property Zoned RC -1, Restricted Commercial located at 2990 S. Sanford Avenue. 1. Site is Zoned RC -1, Restricted Commercial and includes a laundry establishment. Site's primary frontage is Sanford Avenue. There is paved parking. 2. Adjacent uses include a gasoline service station and a convenience store with a restaurant Zoned RC -1. Apartments are adjacent to the site in an MR -2, Multiple Family Residential Zone. Vacant lands are located east of site in the unincorporated area. 3. No recommendation provided for alcoholic beverage sales requests. Patel - Request conditional use approval to permit the sale of alcoholic beverages, Class 1, in a non - conforming structure for property Zoned RC -1, Restricted Commercial located at 2484 S. Sanford Avenue. 1. Site is Zoned RC -1, Restricted Commercial and is located at the northwest corner of State Road 46/ S.E. 25th Street and Sanford Avenue. The site includes an existing principal building with various additions and covered storage areas, portions of which are enclosed with cyclone fence. The site is paved. 2. Adjacent uses include various single family dwellings Zoned RC-1. Other uses include a fruit and vegetable stand, automobile repair and a convenience store located in a GC -2, General Commercial Zone. 3. No recommendation provided for alcoholic beverage sales requests. Tomaszewski - Request approval of a dimensional variance to permit a garage addition for property Zoned RI -1, Restricted Industrial located at 956 Upsala Road. 1. Site is Zoned RI -1, Restricted Industrial and includes a metal building. Site fronts Upsala Road. 2. Request involves a 1.5 foot variance to a required 20 foot rear yard setback along the westerly property line which will provide for a proposed setback of 18.5 feet. 3, Uses adjacent to site include vacant land and a church. The area adjacent to the westerly property line is vacant and heavily vegetated at the present time. 4. Recommend approval of the request for a dimensional variance of 1.5 feet to the rear yard setback based on the existing vacant character of adjacent lands and existing configuration of the existing building on the site. Leer Truck Accessory Center - Request conditional use approval to permit automobile and truck accessory sales and installation for property Zoned GC -2, General Commercial, located at 3763 Orlando Drive. 1. Site is Zoned GC -2, General Commercial and fronts U.S. Highway 17 & 92 or Orlando Drive. Site is basically developed with a metal building, paved areas and a cyclone fence surrounding the property. Planning Recommendations, August 27, 1993, Page 2 2. Site is presently being utilized for truck camper top display and sales. Outdoor storage and display is located in the front and rear of the premises. 3. Adjacent uses include indoor retail commercial sales and service, restaurants, a fire station, car sales and an outdoor theater. 4. Recommend that the request for truck accessory sales be approved based on the presence of similar automobile- oriented sales in the general vicinity provided that the following conditions and stipulations are met: a. Outdoor display and storage areas shall be located outside of the base building setback line which is 140 feet from the centerline of U.S. Highway 17 & 92 (approximately 50 feet from the right -of -way). Cyclone fence and barbed wire shall not be permitted in this area. b. Outdoor storage and display areas shall be visually screened from view with a fence or wall from view from U.S. Highway 17 & 92 and from adjacent property. C. All applicable landscape requirements set forth in the City's Land Development Regulations shall be met. Planning Recommendations, August 27, 1993, Page 3