Fort Walton Beach Council agenda — 11-08-05 ‎(regular)‎ — reading text

plan approval for the construction of a 16, 120 square foot office building Brandon Place Office Condominium located at 129 Beal Parkway SE. The City Attorney announced a quasi-judicial proceeding and swore in individuals who planned to testify . As the applicant was not present, the Staff Report was entered and accepted into the record. Ms. Fowler advised the project includes the construction of a two-story, 20- unit office condominium fronting Beal Parkway and includes drives, parking, landscaping, and stormwater management. She stated Staff's recommendations include the preservation of trees on the site; the addition of 2 to 3 parking spaces; and that an agreement shall be submitted with the county assuring continued availability of parking south of First Street. 18 o 10/25/ 05 BRANDON PLACE ( CONTI Discussion included the fact that included in conditions for site plans is verbiage that states any tree listed as a protected tree, that the applicant has to notify the City that the tree is diseased, dead, or poses a hazard. She also advised the City is looking at having the property owner replace any protected tre'e that has been removed. Missy McKim, CDS Director, responded to Council's concerns regarding the unauthorized removal of trees at the property across the street from the request site. Mr. Holmes moved to approve the site plan for Brandon Place OffIce Building, located at 29 Beal Parkway SE subject to the following conditions: Note: This recommendation Is based upon the application and site plan developed by Choctaw Engineering, Inc. (project 2005- # 168, dated 7/27/ 05, revised 8/ 22/05, 9/ 23/05, and 10/ 05/ 05) and the architectural drawings and elevations developed by CDS ( project name Brandon Place, dated 6/ 8/ 05, revised 7/ 26/05 and 9/ 23/05). 1) Prior to issuance of a building permit: a. The architectural drawings shall be revised to include windows or other architectural elements on the north and south facades of the building. b. A landscape plan prepared by a professional landscape architect or nurseryman must be submitted and approved by CDS staff. The plan shall identify preserved trees on the site and include a note In the plan that states " No protected trees identified for preservation on this plan shall be removed without documentation from the City stating that the tree is diseased, dead, or poses a hazard." The plan must comply with all applicable regulations In Sections 20- 1836 through 20- 1834 of the LDC, including design for an irrigation system with a well. c. Pursuant to Section 20-791 (f), t he applicant shall submit a written agreement, recorded with the Okaloosa County Clerk of Courts, assuring the continued availability of the parking facilities south of First Street SE for the Brandon Place Office Condominium, since the parking spaces in the parking lot are necessary for the entire development to meet code requirements. d. The plans must address all applicable Items submitted by Public Works and the Engineering and Building Inspections staff in memorandums distributed at the August 16, 2005 DRC meeting as follows: Enaineerina Division Comments: 1. Two ex 3/ 4" water meters available-2" water main on Beal 6" main on First; fire hydrant at SE corner of property on north side of First. Will need to show fire tap, check need for 3" top charge. May adjust location of top depending on where external water is not under street. 2. Reference shows sewer taps off Main on Beal, none shown off Main on Ash. Tap fees required if we make new taps, service out of manhole on Ash is ok. 3. Full plan required. Underdrain system ok, be sure to check water table. 4. Dumpster site accessibility needs to be checked by Sanitation Supervisor. 5. Close exterior curb cuts not being used especially on Beal. Sidewalk will need to be modified. 6. 30' vacated Ash right-of- way retained as easement. Will need right-of- way at least to back of curb and utility easement along First Street, both sides. 7. Exterior sidewalk on Beal, add sidewalk on First, both sides, 6' wide If adjoins curb. 8. No crosswalk allowed mid- block; must use exterior crosswalk at intersection. Bulldlna InsDectlon Comments: 1. Require product approvals. 2. Provide all required information. 3. Show water fountains highllow. 4. Show grounding/ bonding of all water lines/structural metal. 5. Insulate water lines at water heater per Florida Energy code.  o 19 10/ 25/ 05 o BRANDON PLACE ( CONTI 6. Provide energy forms. 7. Provide notice of commencement. 8. Provide emergency lights in restrooms. 9. Require two grounds on service. 10. Compaction tests required- note on plans. 11. As built survey required after slab inspection- note on plans. 12. Engineer shall inspect all hurricane connectors and send letter of approval to this office- note on plans. 13. Water hammer arrestors required. 14. All signage shall be permitted separately. 15. Draftstopping required in attic area. 16. Thresholds shall meet Florida Accessibility Code. 17. Detail stairs. 18. Provide UL designs on all fire ratings, including any penetrations. 19. Show insulation on water lines. 20. Show duct supports. 21. Show ventilation at roof. 22. Show cleanouts on vertical plumbing stacks. 23. Provide impact glass 24. Note on plans that backflow preventor will be inspected by AI Jordan at 833. 9630. 2) Prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy: a. All public sidewalks/crosswalks shall be constructed and striped as per City and FDOT specifications as applicable, including consistency with ADA requirements. The existing curb cuts along Beal Parkway SE and First Street SE that will no longer be utilized for this parcel will be curbed and sidewalk reconstructed where applicable. b. The condominium association documents shall be reviewed and approved by the City Attorney prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, and shall provide guarantees for continued maintenance of all common areas and for the easements for the public sidewalks and utilities that will be granted to the City. Mr. Campbell seconded motion and it carried unanimously with Holmes, Patterson, Campbell, Tucker, Pullen, Hartwell, and Minich in favor. BUILDING HEIGHTS-MPB Consideration of a request to direct the Municipal Planning Board to prepare the necessary Land Development Code amendments to ensure that maximum building heights in the City do not impact the mission of Eglin Air Force Base. If approved, staff will develop ordinance amendments to the Land Development Code which will be presented at a future date, to the MPB for review and then to Council for approval. The CDS Director gave an overview of the height issue and presented an analysis of existing building heights with data and maps supplied by the Air Force. Discussion ensued regarding the Presidio site and that it has an active building permit and a 150- foot building will be there within the year. Also discussed was the vacant lot between 200 West and Presidio site and that the Air Force could study the site and advise if a structure of 150 feet in that location would impact their mission. Mr. Tucker moved to direct the Municipal Planning Board to prepare the necessary Land Development Code amendments to ensure that maximum building heights in the City do not impact the mission of Eglin Air Force Base. If approved, staff will develop ordinance amendments to the Land Development Code which will be presented at a future date, to the MPB for review and then to Council for approval. Mr. Minich seconded motion. 20 o o 10/ 25/ 05 BUILDING HEIGHTS ( CO NT) Discussion included the importance of supporting the mission of Eglin by not developing a building over 150- feet in the vacant lot between 200 West and the Presidio site; that the citizens are concerned about the height of buildings in the City; and that the height issue has been discussed for months and it is time to direct the MPB to take action. Mr. Tucker called the question and the motion carried by a vote of 4 to 3 with Holmes, Campbell, Tucker, and Minich In favor and Patterson, Pullen, and Hartwell opposed. PROPOSED POND AT VESTA LAKE PROPERTY Consideration of a request to convert the property known as Parcel # 2, Lot 9, Block 9 of the Vesta Heights Subdivision 4th Addition to a stormwater holding pond. This property currently serves as a stormwater runoff collection point and buffer to the surrounding residential properties. John Hofstad, Utilities Director, discussed the request to convert the property into a holding pond, and the issues that would have to be addressed, including permitting requirements, adjoining property owner concurrence, pedestrian access, and flood control to name a few. Mr. Hofstad advised if was Staff's opinion that a stormwater holding pond would not be in the best interest of the City, as it would recreate problems the City sought to correct when the drainage system was converted from open ditch to a piped system. Dr. Pullen moved to place this item on the agenda of the Water's Edge Committee to work out the details for a watershed development and possible partial restoration ofthe lake. Mr. Hartwell seconded motion. The City Attorney stated her feeling that the authority of the Waters Edge Ad Hoc Committee is being exceeded, as she recalled they are not vested to give recommendations on inland I~ waterways or stormwater runoff issues. Charlene Greenwald, 104 Jet Drive, member of the Waters Edge Ad Hoc Committee, stated she recalled the authority of the committee did include all waters to include the beach area, sound area, or inland areas, but she did not know about stormwater runoff issues. The City Manager clarified that the area in question is not an existing lake or existing inland waterway, and if it is going to be referred to the Waters Edge Committee, may not meet the requirements as it is a stormwater drainage area. Dr. Pullen informed that there is a recorded plat map that lists the area as a lake. The Mayor called for the vote on the motion and it carried by a vote of 4 to 3 with Patterson, Tucker, Pullen, and Hartwell in favor and Holmes, Campbell, and Minich opposed. The City Attorney advised she would render an opinion by Wednesday afternoon regarding the authority of the Waters Edge Ad- Hoc Committee to look at the issue. BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT Consideration of an appointment to the Beautification Committee. Dr. Pullen moved to appoint Melanie E. Lynch, 2041 Coral Street, Navarre, Florida, to the Beautification Committee for a four-year term until October 24, 2009. Mr. Tucker seconded motion and it carried unanimously with Holmes, Patterson, Campbell, Tucker, Pullen, Hartwell, and Minich