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10-02-2018 P & Z Minutes (Draft)City of Clermont MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION October 2, 2018 Page 1 The meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission was called to order 2, October, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. by Chairman Cuqui Whitehead. Other members present were Herb Smith, Carol Thayer, David Colby, Julie Santos, Max Krzyminski and Tony Hubbard. Curt Henschel, Interim Development Services Director, John Kruse, Senior Planner, Regina McGruder, Senior Planner, Dan Mantzaris, Legal Counsel for the City, were also in attendance. MINUTES of Planning and Zoning Commission meeting held on September 4, 2018 were approved as written. REPORTS: Chairman Whitehead acknowledges Night Out Event and makes upcoming Arts and Recreation events that occur throughout the month. REQUEST: Item # 1: Discussion of 2019 Florida Recreational Development Assistance Program grant application in the amount of $50,000 for resurfacing the splash pad at Waterfront Park. APPLICANT: Grant Application Presentation Terry Dykehouse, City Engineer, presents: Applications are due October 15. There is no match to application REQUEST: Item # 2: Discussion of 2019 Florida Recreational Development Assistance Program grant application in the amount of $50,000 for a matching a grant from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for lighting at Hancock Park. APPLICANT: Grant Application Presentation Terry Dykehouse, City Engineer, presents: Will be cost savings to city. Part of grant requirements, but no action is required. 1 REQUEST: Item # 3: Consider Conditional Use Permit to allow for a structure greater than 5,000 square feet in the C1 Light Commercial zoning district for property located at 13620 & 13630 Hunt Street. APPLICANT: Resolution No. 201841R Hunt Street Commercial Conditional Use Permit Senior Planner, Regina McGruder, presented the staff report as follows: The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to allow for a mixed use commercial office building over 5,000 square feet in the C-1 Light Commercial zoning district. The Land Development Code, Section 122-201 (a)(1) requires a Conditional Use permit for any structure over 5,000 square feet. The applicant's proposal is for a 11,333 square foot mixed use commercial development with office and retail uses. The subject parcels combined are approximately 1.04 +/- acres with a Future Land Use designation of Commercial. Currently there are two existing buildings on site that will be removed to allow room for the new development. The site is located on the south side of Highway 50 and on the west side of Citrus Tower Boulevard. The project as submitted will provide a full access point off Citrus Tower Boulevard. The applicant has submitted and received from the Lake -Sumter MPO an exemption from doing a full Tier 1 Traffic Impact Analysis, based on the land use change that is estimated to generate approximately 279 daily trips and 29 PM peak hour trips. The development concept plan as submitted will not require any variances to the Land Development Code. The project is consistent and compatible with the surrounding area. The development of the site will require compliance with the Land Development Code and Clermont Architectural Standards. When evaluating a request for a Conditional Use Permit, Section 86-144 of the Land Development Code requires specific development standards be met. Staff has reviewed the CUP application as submitted and finds the proposed use does meet the general criteria and will not be detrimental to the health, safety, or general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity. The commercial development will not be out of character with the surrounding properties and will be in harmony with the general intent of the Land Development Code. The proposed development is consistent with the goals, objectives and policies of the Clermont Comprehensive Plan. Staff recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit with the conditions contained in Resolution No. 2018-41 R. David Clutts, Civil Engineer, 322 Rockingham Ave, Tavares, FL stated he would be available to answer any questions. Chairman Whitehead opened the floor to the public. There was no one present to speak. Chairman Whitehead immediately closed to public portion of the hearing, and returned it to the Board. C. Thayer questioned the entrance(s) that will be available, as she is concerned of flow of traffic due to schools that are surrounding the location. 2 McGruder stated there would only be one entrance. Mr. Clutts states there is an alternative road that could be utilized to facilitate the traffic flow. C. Smith questioned where storm water would be located. Mr. Clutts stated that there is no answer on where that water would go. There is an option of creating one below the parking lot. Chairman Whitehead questioned the current surrounding buildings. She questioned what the building would be used for. Mr. Clutts stated it would mostly consist of medical and office space. C. Hubbard stated he owns a building on the corner of HWY 50, and did state traffic is not as bad. Chairman Whitehead entertained a motion for item 3. Commissioner Colby moves to approve the requested motion; it was seconded by Commissioner Smith. Motioned passed 5-1. REQUEST: Item #4: Consider a Large Scale Comprehensive Plan change from Lake County Wellness Wayl and Town Center to the City of Clermont Master Planned Development for 247+/ acres southeast of Lake Louisa, between US Hwy 27 and Schofield Road. APPLICANT: Ordinance No. 201834 Olympus Large Scale Comp Plan Interim Development Services Director, Curt Henschel, presented the staff report as follows: Background The applicant, Olympus Sports and Entertainment (OSE) has requested an amendment to the Future Land Use Map of the City of Clermont Comprehensive Plan. The City of Clermont Comprehensive Plan is a state required document that defines the City of Clermont long-range intentions regarding the nature and direction of future development. This amendment application is associated with an annexation and an initial zoning application that have been filed with the City. Due to the required review by the State of Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) for the amendment to the Comprehensive Plan, this application is being presented to the P & Z Commission (PZC) to allow for transmittal to DEO to review and render its comments prior to a public hearing on the zoning application. The initial zoning request to Planned Unit Development (PUD) is tentatively scheduled to be heard by the PZC on November 6, 2018. Request 3 The applicant is requesting the City to designate the property with a future land use category as Master Planned Development (MPD). The subject site is 247.37 gross acres in size. The current Future Land Use designation in unincorporated Lake County is Wellness Way Area Plan Town Center and Wellness Way Area Plan 1. The Wellness Way Area Plan allows for the following land use intensities: The following City of Clermont Comprehensive Plan policy describes the intent of the Master Planned Development Category: Policy 1.7.2: Planned Development. The master planned development category is intended to provide for two existing approved developments of regional impact (DR[), Kings Ridge DRI and Lost Lake Reserve DR[, the Black West proposed mixed -use development subject to a utility and annexation agreement approved by the City and new master planned, mixed -use projects that shall be applied only upon City Council approval of a development agreement that specifies the allowable types and distribution of land uses and the maximum number/density of residential units, and which demonstrates that public facilities and services meet the requirements of the City's Concurrency Management System. The maximum intensity for office and commercial uses shall be 0.25 FAR; 1.0 FAR for industrial uses; and 0.25 FAR for institutional uses. The FAR shall not be applied to the residential portion of a mixed -use development. The residential density and Floor Area Ratio (FAR) caps in the Master Planned Development FLU category are consistent with the Wellness Way Area Plan designations. Property Information The subject property is composed of 247.37 gross acres and located mostly within the City of Clermont Utility Service Area. The property is currently located within the Lake County Wellness Way Area Plan. The property is located within the Interlocal Service Boundary Agreement (ISBA) and the Joint Planning Area (JPA) Agreements with Lake County. The Applicant envisions a project that incorporates residential, commercial, office, sports & performance venues, open space and civic uses. Current Property Use At present, the subject property is a non -active orange grove, which has succumbed to citrus greening. Analysis The City of Clermont is the utility service provider for the subject property. The city has envisioned this area as next generation employment opportunities. The economic objective of this area is employment. Olympus is able to activate significant employment and economic opportunity for the City, region and state. Over 5,600 jobs in targeted sectors will be created. In their Economic 4 and Fiscal Impact studies, Olympus is described as a world -class destination for Olympic and professional sports training and events activating over 5,600 jobs and $1.4 billion in taxable value. The applicant's request for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to Master Planned Development FLU category provides for the long range designation for the use of the property and is not the detailed development approval. The future land use designation establishes the future character and urban form of the city in this area. This future land use application has a companion rezoning application, which will join after the State of Florida Economic Opportunity provides their review and comment. State law requires the City to perform a public facilities evaluation for Comprehensive Plan Amendments that would increase the allowable density or intensity of a property. The Lake County future land use designation would permit intensities similar to the City of Clermont Master Plan land use. However, City staff has reviewed the ability to provide public services to ensure adequate services associated with the annexation. Transportation: The subject property lying within the Wellness Way Area has an identified transportation network by Lake County. Currently, Lake County and the City of Clermont are participating in a Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX) PD & E study on the corridor between US27 and SR429. It is anticipated that this project would result in a limited access toll facility owned and operated by CFX. The results of the PD & E are anticipated to be presented to the CFX Board in early 2019. In addition to the CFX PD & E study, a Transportation Impact Analysis is currently underway by the applicant to identify the framework roadway network to support the Olympus project. The network to be studied includes Hancock Rd, Wellness Way Parkway and CR455. The findings of this study will be used to craft appropriate conditions for the PUD zoning application. School Capacity: Olympus Sports and Entertainment has applied for Concurrency with the Lake County School Board for the proposed residential component of the project. The findings of that analysis will govern the development of the project. Utilities: There is sufficient Potable Water and Wastewater treatment capacity in the City's facilities to support the proposed Olympus project. Negotiations are underway for the design, financing and construction of the required transmission and collection systems needed to service the project. Public Safety: The City's long-range plan for facilities and services anticipates the expansion of the municipal boundary to this southern area, consistent with the boundaries of the JPA and ISBA agreements. The City has the resources to serve this area with Police and Fire services. The City is evaluating the timing and staging of additional needed services as the project and area develop over time. 5 Parks and Open Space: The area is currently used for rural/agricultural uses and has no deficiencies at this time. The Olympus project has an expansive open space system that will be evaluated during the consideration of the PUD zoning process to ensure compliance with the appropriate level of service standard. Staff Recommendation Since the project is located within the City's JPA and ISBA boundary and the City can provide adequate public facilities and services, it is logical to support this future land use amendment along with the associated annexation request. The project incorporates residential, commercial, office, sports & performance venues, open space and civic uses. With this mix of uses, the most appropriate Future Land Use category is the City's Master Planned Development (MPD) designation. Staff recommends approval of Ordinance 2018-34 for the large-scale comprehensive plan amendment to change the future land use from Lake County Wellness Way-1 and Town Center to the City's Master Planned Development. Chairman Whitehead opened the floor to the public. There was no one present to speak. Chairman Whitehead immediately closed the public portion of the hearing, and returned it to the Board. Smith would like to know how far the water is away from the location. Henschel stated it is by Hartwood marsh. Chairman Whitehead entertained motion for item 4. Commissioner Colby moves to approve the requested motion; it was seconded by Commissioner Smith. The vote was unanimous for approval. Motioned passed 6-0 REQUEST: Item #5: Consider amendment to Conditional Use Permit (Resolution 201642) to allow an increase to the square footage for the professional office space for property located at the southwest corner of Oakley Seaver Drive and Citrus Tower Blvd. APPLICANT: Resolution No. 201833R Withdrawn until further notice South Lake Medical Arts CUP No action necessary. Chairman Whitehead closed to public portion of the hearing, and returned it to the Board. Chairman Whitehead opened the floor to the public. There was no one present to speak. Chairman Whitehead immediately closed to public portion of the hearing, and returned it to the Board. 0 Chairman Whitehead entertained motion for item 2. Commissioner Colby moves to approve the requested motion; it was seconded by Commissioner Smith. The vote was unanimous for approval. Motioned passed 6-0 Meeting adjourned at 6:58 p.m. 7