Fort Walton Beach Council agenda — 06-11-13--regular — reading text

lowest n floor ( A- Zones) of all new and substantially improved buildings, in accordance with r Section 3. 05. 00; H. Verify and record the actual elevation ( in relation to mean sea level) to which the new a E and substantially improved buildings have been flood -proofed, in accordance with Section 3. 05. 00; m I. Review certified plans and specifications for compliance. When flood proofing is a utilized for a particular building, certification shall be obtained from a registered General Pro, Won, Pae, 1 - 3  12. 1. a Land 14, dopmear Cod, Furl w altou Beach engineer or architect certifying that all areas of the building, together with attendant utilities and sanitary facilities, below the required elevation are water tight with walls substantially impermeable to the passage of water, and use structural components having the capability of resisting hydrostatic and hydrodynamic loads and the effects of buoyancy in compliance with Section 3. 05. 00; J. Interpret the exact location of boundaries of the areas of special flood hazard. When there appears to be a conflict between a mapped boundary and actual field conditions, the floodplain administrator shall make the necessary interpretation; K. When base flood elevation data and floodway data have not been provided in accordance with Section 3. 05. 00, the floodplain administrator shall obtain, review and reasonably utilize any base flood elevation and floodway data available from a Federal, State, or any other source, in order to administer the provisions of Section 3. 05. 00; L. Coordinate all change requests to the FIS, FIRM, and FBFM with the requester, State, and FEMA; and M. Where base flood elevation is utilized, obtain and maintain records of lowest floor and flood proofing elevations for new construction and substantial improvements in accordance with Section 3. 05. 00. 1. 05. 00 INTERPRETATIONS 1. 05. 01 Generally A. In interpreting and applying the provisions of this LDC, the provisions shall be held to be the minimum requirements for the promotion of the public health, safety, morals, and general welfare of the community. B. In the interpretation and application of this LDC, all standards, provisions, and requirements shall be liberally construed in favor of the objectives and purposes of the City and shall not be construed to limit or repeal any other powers granted to the City under State law. C. It is not intended by this LDC to interfere with, abrogate, or annul any easement, covenant, or other agreement between parties. D. Specific provisions of this LDC shall be followed in lieu of general provisions that may be in conflict with the specific provision. E. Where provisions of this LDC conflict with other regulations, the more stringent restrictions shall be applied. F. Where written text and illustrations are in conflict, the written text shall govern. 1. 05. 02 Responsibility for Interpretation A. In the event that any question arises concerning the application of regulations, standards, definitions, development criteria, or any other provision of this LDC, the Development Administrator shall be responsible for interpretation. In the interpretation of this LDC, the Development Administrator shall be guided by the requirements of the Comprehensive Plan. B. Responsibility for interpretation by the Development Administrator shall be limited to standards, regulations, and requirements of this LDC, and shall not be construed to include interpretation of any technical codes adopted by reference in this LDC. Interpretation shall not be construed to override the responsibilities given to any General PR' orkin' Pagc I - 4  12. t.a I and Port Atalroa lScadi commission, board, or official named in other sections or chapters of this LDC. 1. 05.03 Rules for Interpretation of Boundaries Where uncertainty exists as to the boundaries of any district shown on the official zoning map, the rules set forth in this section shall apply. A. Where such district boundaries are indicated as approximately following section or quarter section lines, street lines, alley lines, or lot lines, such lines shall be construed to be such boundaries. B. In unsubdivided property or where a district boundary divides a lot, the location of such boundary, unless the boundary is indicated by dimensions, shall be determined by use of the scale appearing on the official zoning map. C. Where a district boundary divides the area of a lot unequally, the district classification and regulations of the larger portion shall apply to the remaining smaller portion of the lot. D. Where any public street or alley is hereafter officially vacated or abandoned, the regulations applicable to each parcel of abutting property shall apply to that portion of such street or alley added thereto by virtue of such vacation or abandonment. E. In case any further uncertainty exists, the City Council shall interpret the intent of the official zoning map as to the location of such boundaries. 1. 05. 04 Rules of Construction The rules of construction set forth in the Fort Walton Beach Code of Ordinances shall apply to the provisions set forth in this LDC. 1. 05. 05 Days; Computation of Time Throughout this LDC, " day" or " days" means business days, except where calendar days are specifically identified. The method required for the computation of time shall be as set forth in the Fort Walton Beach Code of Ordinances. 1. 06. 00 BOARDS 1. 06.01 Generally A. The City Council has established the boards identified in this chapter for the purpose of implementing the provisions of this LDC. B. All procedures pertaining to matters before the boards are set forth in Chapters 8 and 9 of this LDC. 1. 06. 02 Requirements for AB Boards A. The City Council shall make appointments to boards identified in this chapter, based on the eligibility and board composition requirements, if any, set forth for each board. 1. Each board shall consist of seven ( 7) members and two ( 2) alternates. Alternates shall participate in the meetings, but shall not be seated to vote except upon the absence of a regular member. 2. All board members shall be residents of the City for a minimum of one ( 1) year. 3. All board members shall be registered voters. 4. Terms shall begin on October 1 of each year and shall be for four (4) years. General Provisions Page t - y M  12. t .a C od, Furl kiAtmi 5. A regular board member may be appointed for two ( 2) consecutive full terms. 6. Appointments of persons to replace a departed member shall begin immediately upon appointment and continue for the remainder of the unexpired term of the departed member. B. The City Council shall have authority to revoke any appointment for reasonable cause, including but not limited to, failure to be a resident or qualified elector of the City, conviction of a felony, or conviction of an offense involving moral turpitude while in office. C. Absences The City Council shall revoke the appointment of any board member who fails, without good cause, to attend three ( 3) consecutive regular board meetings, or a total of four (4) regular meetings or special meetings within any twelve ( 12) month period. The City Clerk shall determine whether an absence is excused. D. Officers 1. At the last regular meeting of each fiscal year, each board shall elect a chairperson and vice chairperson, both of whom shall serve for the subsequent calendar year. 2. Officers may serve up to two (2) consecutive one ( 1) year terms. 3. When the chairperson departs, an election shall be held at the next meeting of the board to elect a new chairperson who shall serve for the remainder of the calendar year. 4. The chairman shall be responsible for procedures of meetings and hearings and shall take such action as may be necessary to preserve order and the integrity of all proceedings. 5. The vice Chairperson shall act as Chairperson in the absence of the Chairperson. E. Meetings, hearings, and workshops 1. Each board shall establish a regular meeting day, time, and place. 2. Special meetings and workshops may be called by the Chairperson or upon the majority vote of members at a regular meeting. 3. When required, a public hearing may be held during a regular or special meeting, provided that notice has been given in accordance with the requirements set forth in Section 9. 04. 00. 4. When a public hearing is a quasi- judicial hearing, the hearing shall comply with the requirements set forth in Section 9. 06. 00. 5. If there is no business scheduled for a regular meeting prior to the deadline for applications, the Chairperson may cancel the regularly scheduled meeting. F. Quorum and voting 1. Four ( 4) members shall constitute a quorum. 2. A quorum shall be required for a board to take action and transact business. 3. All actions shall require a simple majority of the members present and voting at a meeting or hearing. 4. A member who is