Minutes - 07.02.2024 - Planning and ZoningCITY OF CLERMONT
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MINUTES
JULY 29 2024
CALL TO ORDER
Vice -Chair Niemiec called the meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission to order on
Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Vice -Chair Niemiec, Member Bain, Member Grube, and Member
Guerrero
MEMBERS ABSENT: Chair Krzyminski, Members Colby and Norton
ALSO PRESENT: Development Services Director Henschel, Planning Manager Kruse, Senior
Planner McGruder, City Attorney Brandt, and Planning Coordinator Heard
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MINUTES
MOTION TO APPROVE the June 4. 2024 minutes of the Planninji and Zoninp- Commission
meeting made by Commissioner Grube, seconded by Commissioner Guerrero. Motion passed 4-0-
with Chair Krzvminski, Commissioners Colbv and Norton absent.
REPORTS FROM THE COMMISSION
Commissioner Bain wished everyone a happy Independence Day and announced the date and
time of the Red, White, and Boom! festivities at Waterfront Park.
Vice -Chair Niemiec also announced the upcoming Independence Day festivities.
(Heard out of Agenda Order)
Item 2 — Resolution No. 2024-021R US Hiuhwav' 27 Self -Storage & Car Wash Conditional
Use Permit (CUP)
Planning Manager Kruse announced this item has been requested to be tabled to the next
Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for August 6, 2024.
MOTION TO TABLE Resolution No. 2024-021 R US Hiahwav 27 Self-Storap-e & Car Wash
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to the August 6, 2024 Planninp- and Zonine Commission meetinu;
Moved by Commissioner Grube; Seconded by Commissioner Bain. Motion gassed 4-0 with Chair
Krzvminski, Commissioners Colbv and Norton absent.
Item 7 — Resolution No. 2024-013R The River Church Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
Planning Manager Kruse announced the applicant has withdrawn this item.
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NEW BUSINESS
Item 1 — Resolution No. 2024-018R Clermont West South Phase 2 Conditional Use Permit
Planning Manager Kruse presented as follows:
The applicant, Clermont West Investors, LLC, is requesting to develop the southern portion of a
C-2 General Commercial zoned parcel fronting on Hooks Street, located south of Portillo's,
between Dick's Sporting Goods and Ford of Clermont. The property is approximately 10 +/- acres
in size.
The applicant is proposing two (2) hotels in the interior portion of the property, up to five -stories
in height, with a maximum square footage of 70,000 square feet each. The southernmost portion
of the property will consist of a three-story, 115,000 square foot residential storage warehouse and
a 12,500 square foot daycare facility. Access to the site will be from the existing driveway access
point on Hooks Street, serving the Ford of Clermont and this development. In addition, the site
will be accessed from the existing SR 50 entrance and the Sandy Grove access point to the
east. The secondary access point on Hooks Street towards the stormwater pond has not been
granted by Lake County.
Since three of the buildings will occupy more than 20,000 square feet of total floor space within
the project, a conditional use permit (CUP) will be necessary under the C-2 General Commercial
zoning district. In addition, the self -storage use requires a conditional use permit as well. Since
the site is greater than 10 acres and shared parking has been requested, this also needs to be
approved through the CUP.
The two hotels will include up to 250 rooms collectively with no documented amenities. The
parking between the hotels will be shared. The required parking for the combined hotel sites is
260 spaces. The applicant has indicated 254 standard spaces and 10 handicap spaces have been
designated for the hotel use. The proposed daycare is required to have 50 parking spaces. The
applicant has indicated 42 spaces will be adjacent to the daycare building with shared parking
available at the self -storage facility or hotel area. While the applicant has provided the minimum
overall parking, staff is concerned with providing safe, accessible parking near each use and
pedestrian movement between the uses.
The applicant has requested six special conditions to the Land Development Code as part of this
project and to be included within the CUP. The applicant is requesting the following special
conditions to be included: (1) to allow zero (0) foot internal landscape buffers between internal lot
lines, (2) to allow a maximum grading within the perimeter landscape buffers up to 25% slope, (3)
to allow a front yard setback of 10 feet for hotel parcels (facing SR 50), (4) to allow side yard
setbacks of 10 feet for internal lot lines, (5) to allow maximum building height up to 65 feet, and
(6) to allow more than 10 parking spaces, but no more than 12 spaces without a landscape
island. The northern portion of the site that has already developed has received variances for 25%
grade within the landscape buffer and 10 foot front yard setback from the FDOT pond at SR
50. The permission to allow more than 10 parking spaces, but no more than 12 spaces without a
landscape island is something that can be considered in designing a site with several hundred
parking spaces.
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With the massing and height of the hotel buildings and self -storage warehouse, staff is not in
support of having any landscape buffers within the project between internal lot lines and allowing
side yard setbacks of 10 feet from internal lot lines. The landscaping will break up the impervious
area and large areas of pavement and provide some softening of the hardscape of the
buildings. The requested maximum building height of 65 feet is also difficult to justify since the
elevation for the hotel has been a 4-story elevation. A review of the buildings in the area indicate
that the existing buildings are well under the 55 foot maximum allowed by the C-2 General
Commercial zoning designation.
Staff has reviewed the CUP application in accordance to Sec. 101-212 of the Land Development
Code. While the project doesn't appear to be in conflict with the Comprehensive Plan with the
conceptual site plan, it does appear that the intensity and character of the development is not in
conformance with the City's Land Development Code. The applicant is requesting six special
conditions to be considered, in which majority of these conditions are based upon intensity related
items in the development plan in order to request the proposal. Some of these items, such as the
proposed shared parking causes concern for employees, customers and guests, especially with no
internal sidewalks shown to allow the movement of pedestrian safety. A less intense development
proposal would alleviate the necessity for some of the requested special conditions. In addition,
with the second access point on Hooks Street not granted by Lake County, the entire layout of the
site can potentially change. The submitted traffic study has indicated the developer will be
required to install a westbound right turn lane off of Hooks Street at the current access point and
lengthen the eastbound left turn lane. The proposal of the self -storage warehouse at this location
with the other uses may not be the most compatible use within the development at this site. The
City has other pending applications under review for self -storage warehouses that may be more
conducive of the location and site planning. Staff recommends denial of Resolution 2024-018R.
Ryan Phelps, Equinox Development, 12026 Windstone Street, Winter Garden, introduced himself
and Cory Sider, and stated Cory has a presentation, and then they will follow up with any questions
and/or concerns.
Cory Sider, P.E., Applicant, Kimley-Horn & Associates, presented this proposed project and
explained the current establishments being built on the northern portion, Phase 1. This proposed
project, Phase 2, includes two hotels, a daycare, and an indoor self -storage facility. He explained
this phase will maintain the existing access points and driveway connection with Phase 1; and
further, stated they had a very positive meeting with Lake County today, and it seems they may be
able to utilize the current access point off of Hooks Street. He stated they are proposing a four or
five -story hotel to be situated on the northern portion of the site, and the self -storage and daycare
to be on the southern portion of the site adjacent to Hooks Street.
Ryan Phelps summarized that the restaurants in Phase 1 are welcoming the hotels by stating they
are a good thing for their businesses. He further detailed the positive meeting with Lake County
where they have come into a verbal agreement of what the County is looking for and how to
address the issues. He thanked the Board, and stated he is present to answer any questions.
The floor was opened, for public comments. With no speakers present, the floor u}as closed.
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Commissioner Bain asked for clarification from staff about whether the access point on Hooks
Street was denied or if it was just not granted yet. Planning Manager Kruse explained he was on
the call with Lake County, and the County believes the current access point is too close to the
adjacent parcel to the east (Dick's Sporting Goods); however, the County will entertain a right
in/right out turn lane only or an access point further to the west. Commissioner Bain asked the
applicant what their rationale is for placing a daycare in this vicinity next to a car dealership, hotels,
a storage facility and restaurants, because he feels the daycare does not belong. He further stated
his concerns with regard to pedestrian walkways, and he suggested walkways be placed from the
hotels to the restaurants. Ryan Phelps stated the daycare approached them, because their research
demonstrated a current need for this use in this general area. He explained the self -storage is a low
traffic generator that is proposed to go in front of the daycare where their proposed drop off/pick
up is located. He further stated the hotels are proposed to be placed on the northern portion of the
site specifically to be close to the restaurants for guests to walk from the hotels to the restaurants,
and increasing pedestrian walkability is part of the overall plan.
Commissioner Grube said he has a bunch of issues with this concept. He stated his concerns with
walkability, green space, marginal parking, and the height of the hotels. He said maybe they should
consider attempting to meet the City's codes first instead of asking for six special conditions. He
commented that he also believes the daycare does not fit well, and stated he will not be approving
this project.
Commissioner Guerrero stated this project is good, but it is lacking some things. He explained
some of his concerns with the walkability, access, traffic flow and the daycare. He likes the hotels
and self -storage, but stated he feels it does not overall look safe. He advised they address the City's
concerns.
Jonathan Martin, Kimley-Horn & Associates, asked if he could address the board. He explained
they currently have a pedestrian corridor with a goal of having the pedestrians travel west then
north towards the restaurants. He clarified to the west of the daycare the car dealership has a tall
retaining wall, which gives the daycare a peaceful, shaded and private backdrop for the children
to play outside. He stated he was also on the call with the County and is confident the access issue
will be worked out prior to the city council meeting. He thanked the board for their feedback so
they can refine the site.
Cory Sitler addressed the elevation differences on the site and explained how this site was once a
sand mining quarry. He explained the differences in elevation reduces the ability to develop on
this site, which impacts their abilities to expand the footprints of the hotels to meet the four-story
requirement. The reasoning behind the condition requesting the five -story hotels is to make it
marketable to different users.
Vice -Chair Niemiec asked staff how many hotels within the city limits are over 55 feet. Planning
Manager Kruse stated he does not believe there are any over 55 feet. Vice -Chair Niemiec asked
the applicant whether they are willing to compromise on the height of the hotels. Cory Sitler
explained that would depend on what parking requirements the other users on site need, because
the parking is taking up the footprint.
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Commissioner Bain asked staff for clarification on the parking spaces and the daycare within the
resolution. He further stated he is not comfortable approving this project.
MOTION TO RECOMMEND DENIAL of Resolution No. 2024-018R Clermont West South
Phase 2 Conditional Use Permit (CUP): Moved by Commissioner Bain. Seconded by
Commissioner Grube. Motion passed 4-0 with Chair Krzvminski and Commissioners Colbv and
Norton absent.
Item 3 — Resolution No. 2024-022R Potter's Academy Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
Senior Planner McGruder presented as follows:
The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to allow for a private school in the R-2
Medium Density Residential zoning district. The Land Development Code, Section 125-193, the
private school will be located at the Brookside Church facility which is allowed with a Conditional
Use Permit. The subject property is located at 100 Minnehaha Avenue. The school operation will
be located in the existing ground floor classrooms of the church building. The Potter's Academy
is a brand new micro -school for high school students with disabilities. The Brookside Church
facility, which operates under Conditional Use Permit Resolution 242, was approved on October
22, 1974. The private school maximum enrollment shall not exceed 15 students for the facility.
The age range will be from 8th through 12th grade. The school is specifically for students with
intellectual and developmental disabilities. The applicant indicates the mission of the academy is
to tailor the learning process unique to each student's abilities through self -learning and career
preparatory experiences.
The applicant has indicated that the school will be operated similar to the traditional public school
calendar and hours of operation, closed on the weekends and observed holidays and breaks. The
students will be transported by their parents and utilize the existing church driveway that wraps
around the building and is long enough to accommodate the anticipated vehicle stacking during
drop-off and pickup times at the end of the day. The school hours of operation will be from 8:15
am to 3:15 pm. The academy will operate on a calendar which is consistent with the Lake County
Public Schools. Future, after school options will be available until 6 pm. The applicant will be
required to obtain all local, state, and federal permits relating to the private school.
Staff has reviewed the application and finds that the proposed use will not be detrimental to the
health, safety or general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity and the proposed
use will comply with the regulations and conditions specified. Therefore, staff recommends
approval of the Conditional Use Permit to allow for a private school facility in the R-2 Medium
Density Residential zoning district with the conditions contained in Resolution No. 2024-022R.
Ashley Plate, Applicant, 10401 Reagan's Run Drive, thanked the commission and shared the heart
and mission of the micro school to provide academic and life skills for children with disabilities.
The floor was opened for public comments.
Sharon Price, 1520 Druid Isle Road, Maitland, stated she owns a property directly behind the
church on Sunny Side Drive. She stated her concerns regarding a steep incline between her
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property and the church, and she is worried about parked cars failing on the steep incline and
running into her house as one had done in the past.
With no further speakers present, the floor was closed.
Commissioner Guerrero asked staff about the safety of the driveway, and stated there is a big
need for this type of school and hopes there are more to come. Planning Manager Kruse stated
the church has been functioning since 2004 with the same driveway.
Commissioner Grube stated he loves the project, and it is very much needed.
Commissioner Bain asked the applicant what the total number of students and staff are projected
to be and whether they are expecting students with physical disabilities; and if so, how do they
anticipate accommodating that. Ashley Plate stated they project the total number not to exceed
20 people, which is a one to five teacher/student ratio. She further explained the existing building
is ADA compliant, and the drop off/pick-up area is wheelchair accessible.
Vice -Chair Niemiec stated he loves the project, but is concerned about the safety factor and asked
staff about the current elevations. Staff explained and displayed the current site elevations.
MOTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL of Resolution No. 2024-022R Potter's Academv
Conditional Use Permit (CUP): Moved by Commissioner Grube. Seconded by Commissioner
Guerrero. Motion passed 4-0 with Chair Krzvminski and Commissioners Colbv and Norton absent.
Item 4 — Resolution No. 2024-023R 300 E. Hiahwav 50 Food Trucks Conditional Use Permit
Planning Manager Kruse presented as follows:
This request is being presented due to the fact the City does not currently have any rules or
regulations that allow the placement and operation of food trucks within the City of Clermont
outside the issuance of a special event permit. The last food truck proposal was before City Council
on February 13, 2024 through the consideration of a Conditional Use Permit application. The case
was presented and City Council denied the request. During public comment, Mr. Harvey
Rosenberg, spoke at the meeting in support of the food truck CUP. At that time, Mr. Rosenberg
had several food trucks operating within his property at 300 E. Highway 50 without a Conditional
Use Permit in place. Code Enforcement cited Mr. Rosenberg for operating food trucks without an
approved CUP. Mr. Rosenberg has since applied for a Conditional Use Permit to keep the three
food trucks in operation at 300 E. Highway 50.
The applicant, Harvey Rosenberg, is requesting a Conditional Use Permit for up to three food
trucks to be placed as a permanent use within an existing fenced area on the west end of the
property at 300 E. Highway 50. The property currently has a future land use of Office along with
split zoning of R-2 Medium Density Residential and C-2 General Commercial zoning. The
applicant has provided a conceptual site sketch showing the area of the food trucks, picnic tables,
and gathering area, and has provided a description of use that outlines the intended practices of the
food truck area.
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In reviewing an application for a Conditional Use Permit Section 101-212 (c) of the Land
Development Code is consulted. This section of the code specifically looks at four items for
review: (1) granting the conditional use permit will not adversely affect the officially adopted
comprehensive plan of the city; (2) Such use will not be detrimental to the health, safety or general
welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity; (3) The proposed use will comply with the
regulations and conditions specified in the codes for such use; and (4) The proposed use may be
considered desirable at the particular location.
A review of the application and supporting material indicates that staff is unable to support the
applicant's request. First and foremost, the property has a future land use designation of Office.
Under the Comprehensive Plan, the Office Land Use Category is described in Objective 1.8: Office
Land Use Category. "The office category is established to provide for office uses in areas that
transition to residential neighborhoods. Uses allowed in addition to offices are supportive
accessory uses, churches and schools as conditional uses, minor public utilities (i.e., telephone
switching stations, lift stations, drainage infrastructure, and similar facilities), parks and open
space, municipal facilities and other civic and cultural uses subject to standards and performance
criteria set forth in this plan and in the land development regulations." The proposed food truck
use is considered retail and not office. Granting the Conditional Use Permit would be in conflict
with the City's Comprehensive Plan. Even though the applicant's property is zoned C-2 General
Commercial, the underlying land use does not allow this type of use.
Harvey Rosenberg, Applicant, 300 E Highway 50, stated various reasons why he disagrees with
the City. He made some corrections stating the building is 2,800 square feet with two bathrooms.
He explained nine food trucks have come and gone over the past eight months since the food trucks
have been utilizing the property with the majority of their business coming from third -party
providers such as Grubhub, Uber Eats, and DoorDash. He emphasized the food trucks receive very
minimal walk-up customers. He listed three food trucks currently operating in the city, which he
stated sets a precedence. He concluded with stating that he has already demonstrated that food
trucks on this parcel are not a problem, that he is flexible, and that as the owner of the property he
has rights; and further, he said the City should not restrict his permit just because they do not know
what to do with food trucks.
The floor was opened for public comments. With no speakers present, the floor was closed.
Commissioner Guerrero stated this started with storing of trailers to selling from trailers. Harvey
Rosenberg explained the business of a food truck, and asked for the City to work with him to work
out any issues. Commissioner Guerrero stated he is supportive of food trucks and would like to
see them here, but they need to meet city code.
Commissioner Grube stated he does not know where he stands. He explained he does not have a
problem with the storage of trucks or even the third -party vendors picking up food; however, he
stated patrons visiting the site may be another issue. He asked staff to name a few similarly -situated
CUPs. Planning Manager Kruse named a few similarly -situated CUPS.
Commissioner Bain asked if the restrooms are operable at the time the food trucks are in operation
and encouraged him to add ADA parking if this is approved. Harvey Rosenberg explained there
is a keypad with code and key that the owners of the food trucks have; and further, he stated he
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has offered to add the ADA parking. Commissioner Bain commented that he believes the City
Council erred in not approving the previous food truck application, and he believes this site is a
good option for food trucks compared to other uses. He concluded with stating that he hopes the
City Council will direct staff to bring food truck regulations forward, because of the many benefits
food trucks provide such as exposure to cultural foods, diversity, education, economic impacts,
entrepreneurship, and an overall positive impact on the community.
Vice -Chair Niemiec asked what the hours of operation would be and what the night lighting is
like. Harvey Rosenberg explained the food trucks are closed on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday.
They open around 9am and close by IOpm. He stated they want to hang Edison bulbs from the
trees, but no flashing lights. They want to make it look classy, and there will be no sound systems.
Vice -Chair Niemiec asked staff questions surrounding Food Truck Friday.
MOTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL of Resolution No. 2024-023R 300 E. Highwav 50
Food Trucks Conditional Use Permit (CUP): Moved by Commissioner Bain. Seconded by
Commissioner Grube. Motion [}asked 4-0 with Chair Krzeminski and Commissioners Colbv and
Norton absent.
Item 5 — Ordinance No. 2024-028 Boneard Estates Small Scale Comprehensive Plan
Amendment (SSCPA)
Item 6 — Ordinance No. 2024-029 Bongard Estates Rezonine to Clermont R-2 Medium_
Densio Residential
Senior Planner McGruder presented as follows:
The applicant, Sloan Engineering Group, Inc., is requesting a small scale comprehensive plan
amendment for approximately 19.68 +/- acres for a vacant parcel located on Hartwood Marsh
Road, east of Hancock Road. The parcel is adjacent to the Regency Hills Subdivision.
The current Lake County future land use designation is Urban Low Density, which allows up to
four (4) units per acre. The applicant is requesting a future land use map change upon annexation
to Clermont Low Density Residential designation, which allows up to three (3) dwelling units per
acre. The proposed map amendment would allow for the construction of 51 single family dwelling
units. The Low Density Residential future land use is consistent with the surrounding designated
land uses and current development patterns in the area. The applicant has provided a Traffic Impact
Analysis prepared by Traffic Planning and Design, Inc., conducted in accordance with the Lake —
Sumter MPO's Traffic Impact Methodology and Guidelines. The study concluded: "Access to the
site is proposed via one full access driveway on Hartwood Marsh Road. This site access driveway
is projected to operate satisfactorily in the projected conditions. The Traffic Impact Study (TIS)
recommends that a 210-foot westbound left turn lane be constructed at the site access
driveway. All other intersections currently operate within the adopted Level of Service (LOS)
standards and will continue to do so upon the addition of background and projected trips. The
development proposal for this parcel does not conflict with the Low Density Residential future
land goals, objectives and policies for the City's Comprehensive Plan. The Lake County School
Board has determined that 51 single family units would generate approximately sixteen (16)
student seats, which would be considered de-minimus impact on the school district. Therefore,
school concurrency review is not required for the project.
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The request is also requesting to change the current zoning from Lake County Agriculture to
Clermont R-2 Medium Density Residential to allow for the development of a 51 single family unit
subdivision on the property. The R-2 zoning land development regulations require a minimum lot
size of 7,500 square feet with a 75-foot lot width. The project must also comply with all other
standards and city codes. This request is being heard concurrently with annexation and a small
scale future land use map amendment from Lake County Low Density to City Low Density
Residential.
The 51 lot development is proposing one full access point off Hartwood Marsh Road and must
comply with any traffic mitigation requirements as determined by the Traffic Impact Study (TIS)
conducted and submitted with the application. The proposed parcel is adjacent to public utilities,
and the City has sufficient capacity to service the project. The density is consistent with the
existing and surrounding lot sizes and meets the JPA requirements. The project as designed can
meet the R-2 land development regulations and has no conflicts with the Comprehensive Plan
goals, objectives and policies for residential development. Staff recommends approval of
Ordinance 2024-029.
Steve Sloan, Applicant, 150 S. Woodlawn Avenue, Bartow, stated their intentions are to annex into
the city utilizing the infrastructure that exists directly in front of the site. He explained their project
is not designed yet, but they feel they have a good site plan that is consistent with the surrounding
area. He thanked the Board and requested their approval of the project.
The floor was opened for public comments.
Tim Bettencourt, 2832 Majestic Isle Drive, asked why they are proposing to rezone it to an R-2
zoning. He suggested they approve an R-1 zoning for bigger lots, which is more consistent with
the surrounding properties. He stated he is not opposed to this project, but is opposed to an R-2
zoning.
Elliot Hamby, 2848 Majestic Isle Drive, said this does not meet R-2 zoning and is concerned
about multifamily units. He stated this should match the surrounding properties.
Tracy Covey, 4452 Linivood Trace Lane, stated her concerns about traffic and safety regarding
emergency evacuations with Hartwood Marsh being their only road out, the R-2 zoning, and
relocating the gopher tortoises which currently live on this parcel. She asked why there are 15 foot
buffers on the west and south sides of this parcel, but not on the east side abutting the Linwood
subdivision.
James Ellerby, 4456 Linivood Trace Lane, stated his concerns regarding traffic, the requested
density, and multifamily. He asked what type of buffer will be around the proposed site.
With no further speakers present, the floor ivas closed.
Commissioner Bain asked the applicant about the buffers, their reasoning behind requesting R-2
instead of an R-1 zoning, and whether they can add an eastbound right -turn lane into the
development. Steve Sloan said they have no intentions on constructing multifamily; however, they
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require the R-2 zoning to accommodate their lot widths. He explained there will be buffers, but
they are not at that stage yet; and further, they are following what the traffic study recommended,
and he believes utilities run just south of Hartwood Marsh, which would cause an issue with
installing a right -turn lane.
Commissioner Grube stated if this parcel stays within the county, they are allowed four units per
acre, but if the parcel is annexed into Clermont, they will only be allowed three units per acre.
Vice -Chair Niemiec asked what could be built on this parcel with an R-2 medium density. Senior
Planner McGruder stated single family homes and duplexes. Vice -Chair Niemiec asked the city
attorney if they can add a condition that only single-family homes can be built. City Attorney
Brandt stated the Board can make any conditions that they wish, but it may be a moot point
because of the three -unit per acre restriction. Discussion ensued regarding the height of the two-
story homes and the amenities, if any.
Commissioner Bain closed with stating he really encourages an eastbound right -turn lane into the
development. Development Services Director Henschel explained Lake County will require
them to install an eastbound right -turn lane.
Steve Sloan stated any gopher tortoises will be relocated in accordance with the applicable
requirements and state laws.
MOTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL of Ordinance No. 2024-028 Bongard Estates Small
Scale Comorehensive Plan Amendment (SSCPA): Moved by Commissioner Grube. Seconded by
Commissioner Guerrero. Motion gassed 4-0 with Chair Krzvininski and Commissioners Colby
and Norton absent.
MOTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL of Ordinance No. 2024-029 Bonnard Estates
Rezonine to Clermont R-2 Medium Densitv Residential: Moved by Commissioner Grube.
Seconded by Commissioner Bain. Motion passed 4-0 with Chair Krzvminski and Commissioners
Colby and Norton absent.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS —Heard out of Agenda Order
DISCUSSION OF NON -AGENDA ITEMS —None
ADJOURNMENT — 8: 46 pm
It
VirWent Niemiec, Vice -Chair
ATTEST:
Kathy Heard, Planning Coordinator
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