07-19-07 Regular Meeting, Public Hearing and Workshop of the Planning and Zoning Commission

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Replat for Morada by the Bay 9/20/07 - P & Z Meeting Page 3 of3 Sidewalks - Section 5.02 of the Development Ordinance addresses the need for sidewalks, where required by the Comprehensive Plan or by the Commission. For recent developments in this area, the Commission chose to require sidewalks. In keeping with this standard, staff recommends a sidewalk requirement for this subdivision. Fencing - The applicants propose to install 8' high fence around the subdivision for security purposes. Safety is cited as a primary issue for erecting high fence. The current ordinance allows 6 feet high fence in residential districts. The ordinance states that fences erected along property line in common with residential properties shall be subject to the provisions described in residential district fences requirement. In viewing the specific grounds for granting a fence permit, the applicant's variance request was approved by the City Zoning Board of Adjustment for an additional 2' in height. Landscaping - There is little to no landscaping presently at the facility. Current City standards would require minimum 6% of the site to be landscaped with trees, shrubbery, and groundcover. In addition, landscaping should be maintained in a healthy state by the owner/developer. Conclusion and Recommendation: Staff reviewed the plat and found numerous items need to be addressed. A letter of staff comments sent to the applicant on August 9, 2007, to correct and resubmit the plat. A copy of this letter is attached for your convenience. Staff has received the revised plat and if the Commission wishes to approve the plat, staff recommends the following items must be addressed: · Submit utility schematic for the subdivision. Show the nearest fire hydrant and include utilities routing. · Flood Plain Development Permit shall be applicable. Indicate RF.E. and furnish an elevation certificate prior to building permit issuance. · A copy of the subdivision covenants and restrictions shall be submitted to the City for the City Attorney's approval. · Landscaping will be provided at site as per City's requirement. · Sidewalks installation will be the sole responsibility of the owner/developer. · Payment of $12,928.00 must be paid to the City in lieu of parkland dedication. Options available to the Commission are as follows: · Approval of the replat, as filed. This will authorize the developer to proceed with the proposed development. · Conditional approval of the plat as filed. This will require the developer to address the conditions and resubmit the plat before recordation. · Disapproval of the replat as filed. This will require the developer to file a new replat.