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11.19.92FROM THE LAND DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR Novem.�)er 13, 1992 SUBJECT Regularly Scheduled Meeting of the Planning and Zoning COMMiSSion, Thursday, November er 19 , 1992, at 7:00 P . ! . in the City C c amiesion Chambers, City Hall, Sanford,, Florida AGENDA Mold a Public Hearing to consider a request for a Conditional. Use for property located at 3101 W. First Street in an AO, Agricultural Zoning District for the waiver of the maximum square footage for a detached church sign requesting 46.25 square feet-instead of 32 square feet. Owner: Central. Baptist Church of Sanford Representative: W. A, Yates 2. Consider the request for an extension of the approval of the revised site plan for Beardall Industrial Park wholesale /warehouse use, located at 2511 Bear Avenue i I -1 Zoning District Owner: Theodore & Ann Takvarian (Revised site plan approved -4 -2 3. Consider the site plan for a detached sign for Central Baptist Church located at 3101, First Street in an AG Agricultural Zoning District, Owner: Central Baptist Church of Sanford Representative: W. A, Yates 4. Consider the site plan for two detached signs for First Spanish Assembly o f God, located at 911 Palmetto Avenue in a GC -2, General Commercial Zoning District. Owner: First Spanish Assembly of God Re presentative: Pastor Augusto Avila Any other business from floor or Commission Members. Discussion of Draft Transient Occupancy Revisions. 6 . Reports from Staff, 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 /she may need a verbatim record of the proceedings including the testimony and evidence, which record is not provided b the City of Samford. FS 286.0105} Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any o f these proceedings should contact the Per Office AD Coordinator at 330-5626, 8 hours in advance of the meeting. TO: Planning and Zoning Commission. m37 FROM THE LAND DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR November 19, 1992 TO: Planning and Zoning Commission SUBJECT: Regularly Scheduled Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission, Thursday, November 19, 1992, at 7:00 P.M. in the City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Sanford, Florida ADDENDUM To THE AGENDA Consider the request for site plan approval f an addition to an existing detached sign for Sanford Bingo located in an existing shopping plaza at 2690 Orlando Drive in a -2, General Commercial district. Owner: Regency Square & Farid Behfr Representative: Mark J. Morgan ADVICE TO THE PUBLIC: If a person decides to appeal a decision made with respect to any ratter considered at the above meeting o hearing, he/she may need a verbatim record of the proceedings including the testimony and evidence, which record is not provided by the city of Sanford. (FS 286-0105) Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate ill any of these proceedings should contact the Personnel Office ADA Coordinator at -5626, 48 lours in advance of the meeting. MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING OF NOVEMBER 19. 1992 7:00 P.M. CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS MEMBERS PRESENT: Joe Dennison Ben Dyal Helen Stairs Mike Davis John LeRoy Tom Speer Cathryn Welch Leon Brooks MEMBERS ABSENT Cynthia Holt - Miller OTHER PRE SENT: Bettie Sonnenberg, Land Development Coordinator Jay Marder, Director of Planning and Development Marion Anderson, Recording Secretary The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Chairman Dennison. The first item on the Agenda was to hold a Public Hearing to consider a request for a Conditional Use for property located at 3101 W. First Street in an AG, Agricultural zoning District for the waiver of the maximum square footage for a detached church sign requesting 46.25 square feet instead of 32 square feet. Owner: Central Baptist Church of Sanford; representative: W. A. Yates. Mr. Slim Galloway stated that he appreciated the privilege of being here. He stated that the sign now was behind the lake (retention pond) and the church. The Church wanted to set the sign between the lake and Hwy 46. It will be a two sided sign. Mr. Galloway stated that the Church would like to have a larger sign so that messages could be placed on it because of the different programs that go on during the week. Mr. Davis asked if a 32 square foot sign would work for the Church. Mr. Galloway stated that they wanted to have plenty of room on the sign for messages. Mr. Davis asked that if the request was denied would the Church not put up a sign. Mr. Galloway stated that he would have to go back to the Church committee before he could answer. Mr. Galloway stated that a larger sign would help people passing through the City find a church for worship. Rev. Jerry Fuqua, Associate Pastor, stated that according to the Changeable Letter Size Selection Chart, from years of study, it has been determined that 5 seconds is the minimum reading time. The speed limit in front of church is 55 mph. A 32 square foot sign with 4 letters would allow 2.5 seconds at 55 mph for reading the Church sign. Rev. Fuqua stated that given an increase in the size of letters, there is an increase in the time for actually reading the letters. He stated that the Church really needs the 8 -inch letters but is asking for 6 -inch letters. He stated that the problem is visibility. The Church is located in area that is set back quite a bit from the highway. Passing motorists cannot see that Church until they get to the turning lane. The Church must grow, and in order to grow, it must have new members. Rev. Fuqua stated that the sign will be beautiful and that the Church is a valuable asset to the community. Mr. Speer asked if the foundation is counted as part of the square footage of the sign. Mr. harder stated "yes" . Rev. Fuquaid stated that the outside of the sign is 5x10. Mr. LeRoy announced he would abstain. Mr. Speer moved on approval based on findings of paragraph 5 of the letter from the Central Baptist Church (attached) and also on page 4 of their group exhibit that charted the changeable letter size recommended for minimum reading time with the whole document entered into the proceeding as MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION TWEETING OF NOVEMBER 19, 1992 PAGE 2 an evidence of motion. The motion died for lack of a second. Mr. Speer stated that he rode by the Church today at 65 mph and it was very difficult to know where the entrances are. This is still a rural agricultural area between Lake Monroe Road and Airport Blvd. He stated that this is not a jungle of signs and that there is not a signage problem in the area. Mr. Speer stated that the importance of the signage for the Church and the speed justified a change. Mr. Davis stated that everyone out there could request the same thing. Mr. Speer noted that Northstar had a hugh sign, a beautiful sign. Mr. Dyal stated that this is a beautiful Church and that there is not a lot of bushes or trees hiding the front of the church. Mr. Galloway stated that it is about 30 from the lake to the right -of -way. They are requesting to set it back closer to the lake rather than the right -of -way. Mrs. Stairs recommended that the Church highlight the name and not put so much of a message on the sign. Mr. Dennison asked Mr. Galloway if the Church would have to go back to the 32 square feet, if he felt that this would be a detriment to the church. Mr. Galloway stated that it would be more noticeable where they are proposing to move it than where it is now. Mrs. Stairs stated that only the first seven words of a sign could be read in traffic. The amount of wording requested was not necessary because it couldn't be read. Mr. Dyal moved on denial based on current legislation and restrictions. Seconded by Mrs. stairs. Mrs. Stairs, Mrs. Welch, Mr. Brooks, Mr. Davis, Mr. Dyal, in favor of the motion. Mr. Speer and Mr. Dennison opposed. Motion carried. The next item on the Agenda was the consideration of the site plan for a detached sign for Central Baptist Church located at 3101 W. First Street in an AG, Agricultural Zoning District. Owner: Central Baptist Church of Sanford; representative: W. A. Yates. Mr. Speer asked the overall size of the sign. Mr. Speer asked if the concrete wall would be in the 30 foot zone lying between the pond and the highway, and how wide the sign is to be. The contractor stated that he would have to go back and get dimensions for 32 square foot sign. Mr. Speer asked where would the sign be located. The contractor stated that it would have a 10' setback from the property line. He also added that the sign will be lighted. Mr. Speer moved on approval of the site plan as submitted with a 10' setback on the property line. Mrs. stairs asked if this was for the extra large sign. Mr. Speer stated the applicant would do a smaller sign. Mr. Davis recommended that landscaping' be included in the motion. Mr. Speer amended the motion to follow staff's recommendations regarding landscaping. seconded by Welch. All in favor of the amendment. Motion carried. All in favor of the motion. Motion carried. The next item on the Agenda was the consideration of the request for an extension of the approval of the revised site plan for Beardall Industrial Park, a wholesale /warehouse use, located at 2511 Beardall Avenue in a RI -1 Zoning District. owner: Theodore & Ann Takvorian; (Revised site plan approved 6- 4 -92). Mr. Dyal to moved to remove from the table. seconded by Mr. LeRoy. All in favor. Motion carried. Alan Madden, Madden Engineering, stated that he was present representing the owners. He stated that this item had come before the Commission six months ago for an extension. He stated that he is here now for another extension because the economy is not what the owners would like it to be. Mr. Takvorian is not comfortable enough to proceed with the construction at this time. Mr. Dennison asked if he was going to get with Airport and work everything out. Mr. Madden stated that he had worked out everything with Steve Cooke. Mrs. Stairs stated that there has been several extensions. and asked how long does the Commission grant extensions. Mr. Marder stated MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING OF NOVEMBER 19, 1992 PAGE 3 that there are no specific guidelines. Mr. Dyal asked if this is the second or third request. Mrs. Sonnenberg stated that it is the third. They had an original plan, then a revised plan. She stated that this is the first extension on the revised plan. Mr. Madden stated that he is asking for a 6 month extension. Mr. Speer moved for approval of an extension of 6 months from 12/4192. Seconded by Mr. LeRoy. All in favor. Motion carried. The next item on the Agenda was the consideration of the site plan for two detached signs for First Spanish Assembly of God, located at 911 Palmetto Avenue in a GC -2, General Commercial Zoning District. owner: First Spanish Assembly of God; representative: Pastor Augusta Avila. Due to lack of representation, Mr. LeRoy moved to table. Seconded by welch. All in favor. Motion carried. On the Addendum to the Agenda, Mr. Tony warden was requesting permission for a 38 square foot sign. Mrs. Sonnenberg stated that this sign is to be placed on an existing sign. The existing sign is 60 square foot making a total of 98 square feet. They are still within the parameters of the sign guidelines. Mr. Davis moved to approve with the landscaping requirements as recor mended by staf f . Se-conded by Mr. Brooks. All in f avor. . Motion carried. Mr. harder stated that the Draft Transient occupancy Revisions enclosed in the Agenda package were provided at the request of the City Commission for review and comment pursuant to formal adoption and amendment to the Land Development Regulations. Specifically, these provisions are a refinement to coordinate the City's regulations of group houses as well as multiple family dwellings. The revisions will be an addition to Schedule E of the LDR with new requirements set forth for multiple family and group houses. The requirement of a state license is not required. Every single hotel and large apartment is in fact licensed. Mr. Dennison asked if the revisions are already covered under City's occupational license. Mr. harder stated that the same criteria that is in the state statutes are not in the LDR. An annual inspection to insure properties are kept up is included in the revisions. The inspections will be done by Fire Inspector and Code Enforcement Inspector. Currently, the City is doing inspections on a more complaint type basis. This new regulations i will insure that it s done without complaints. This type of requirement will require that rental units be inspected at least on a yearly basis. Mr. Dennison stated that it looks like an overkill regarding two family dwellings. Mr. Marder stated that an isolated duplex with a single owner would not come under this regulation but is intended for developments like Shenandoah Village. Mr. Brooks suggested that a worksession be held prior to the meeting. Mr. Chris Pilcher, 2300 Mellonville Avenue, and Mr. Dick Barnett requested that they be notified of the worksession. Mr. Brooks moved to approve the minutes. Mrs. welch seconded. All in favor. Motion carried. Mr. Sonnenberg stated that the City Commission stated that Seminole County is willing to install a traffic signal, with a 50/50 split at Lake Mara, Blvd. and Sir Lawrence Drive. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:20 P. M. Joe Dennison, Chairman FORM 86 MEMORANDUM OF VOTING CONFLICT FOR COUNTY, MUNICIPAL AND OTHER L10 OFFICERS I LAST NAM F FlNSI' NAME— MIUII NAME H� � "' � COUNCIL, CO ISSION. A? ORlll', OR COMMITTEE ' R Uhn B OA RD n 0. f L COMMISSION, JUTHORITY. 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".N.: From the Director November Planning Development SUBJECT: Recommendations for Meeting of November 19, 1992 CENTRAL BAPTIST CHURCH OF SANFORD - Request conditional use approval to waive maximum square footage for a detached sign for a church for property Zoned AG, Agricultural located at 3101 West 1 st Street (SR 46 West). 1. Site includes an existing church with supporting infrastructure such as parking and drainage retention area. 2. Existing sign is located on the south side of the drainage retention area which faces State Road 46. The requested waiver is to permit a sign with 46.25 square feet instead of the required 32 square feet maximum allowed for Public and Semi - Public Uses. Public and Semi - Public uses include schools, churches, libraries, hospitals, private airports and other similar facilities. 3. Recommend denial of the request to waive the square footage requirement based on the desirability of maintaining the intent and purpose of the existing 32 square footage requirement to limit Public and Semi - Public uses such as churches. Public and Semi - Public uses are differentiated from commercial uses because signage for such uses have minimal needs for identification of location and little else. TO: City of Sanford Planning and Zoning Commission