Planning and Zoning Board Meeting

PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD MEETING WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26, 2008 CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS, HALLANDALE BEACH, FLORIDA

Attendance:

Arnold Cooper Irwin Schneider Sheryl Natelson Michael Butler Terri Dillard

Absent:

Mr. Patterson (hospital) Mr. Fendell (just released from the hospital) Mr. Lovenvirth (previous commitment)

Staff in Attendance:

Richard Cannone Christy Dominguez Sarah Suarez Anna Wells Bobby Robinson Sheena James

Approval of Minutes

Mr. Cooper asked if this is all the minutes this Board will be receiving.

Mr. Cannone explained that the minutes are written in the format from a directive from the City Commission. Mr. Cannone stated that Ms. Shari Canada, Deputy City Clerk is here to answer any questions.

Mr. Cooper asked what is the purpose of even having a Planning and Zoning Advisory Board if their comments are not written or recognized by the City Commission. Mr. Cooper stated the Commissioners are not going to sit and listen to the minutes for a few hours. Mr. Cooper stated he feel this is wrong and requested his objections be sent to the City Commission. Planning and Zoning Board March 26, 2008 Page 2 of 6

MOTION: MR. SCHNEIDER MOTIONED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY27, 2008 PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD AS WRITTEN.

MS. NATESON SECONDED.

MOTION CARRIED BY ROLL CALL VOTE (5-0) FOR APPROVAL.

Old Business

None at this time

New Business

The applicant’s Attorney, Debbie Orshefsky gave a presentation and overview of the project which included a power point presentation and image boards. After the presentation the floor was opened for a public hearing.

Richard Shan (Hallandale Beach Developer) of 224 S. Dixie; Opened by stating that he was glad to see this project being contemplated however he still had a couple concerns. The development proposes to have a parking garage that faces 3rd Street and the design at this point encompasses the majority of 3rd St; to include 5ft sidewalk, 20ft landscape strip and then the building. Mr. Shan felt that this will not give a big enough landscape buffer and that a wider landscape buffer should be incorporated to minimize the effects especially with the residential community across the street. Mr. Shan further commented that since the City is giving up right-of-ways it may want to consider a City Park in the area. Here is an opportunity for the developer to donate land to the large undeveloped area to the west of the property to dedicated as public park.

Edna Dowdy of 301 N. Fed Hwy explained that though the proposed development looks attractive, as a resident of Hallandale Beach, she does not believe this large development will fit in the area as it looks good on paper but is not practical/not applicable. As an advocate for the residents, Ms. Dowdy stated that more land acquisition will mean displacement of elderly people. She pointed out that if all the residents are displaced there would be no customers for the proposed businesses and the human interest aspect needs to be considered.

Debbie Orshefsky asked for the opportunity to respond to Ms. Dowdy’s concerns. Ms. Orshefsky stated that the 3rd Street improvements being provided will be facilitated by land all from Mr. Birdman’s property which is being dedicated. Ms. Orshefsky pointed out that the land being dedicated is upwards of $300K which does not include turn lane proposed.

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Regarding Mr. Shan’s comment concerning land being dedicated due to road closures, Ms. Orshefsky stated that the street/row vacation is equivalent to approximately 45,000 sq. ft. which is little more than an acre. The proposal seeks to dedicate about 33,000 sq. ft. a little under an acre. Ms. Orshefsky believes this is a favorable, the landscape buffer is sufficient and parking is adequate with the City’s requirements.

Ms. Orshefsky further commented that there is a component of this project where the developer has agreed to set aside a portion for workforce housing to individuals earning upwards of 140% median income which is becoming quite standard and will be done through a deed restriction on the property.

The public hearing was closed.

Armin Lovenwirth: asked about the improvements on 3rd Street with the addition of a turning lane will they be putting in left turn signal?

Ms. Orshefsky: Confirmed that there will be a dedicated left turn lane for eastbound left turns with signalization.

Michael Butler: asked about undeveloped land to the west of the property they may or may not be developed later and stated that since there are current plans for it be dedicated as a City park.

Ms. Orshefsky stated that the developer is open to the City acquiring the land and is currently in discussions With City Manager in this regard. She hopes that these discussions will come to the forefront when the project is being heard by the City Commission.

Mr. Cooper: pointed out to the board that the City is being asked vacating 2 streets for the developers use and purpose which is a portion of 4th St. and 4th Ave. and asked if the is the City getting any money?

Mr. Cannone: responded by stating that the City requested that additional right of way be dedicated by way of the turn lane off of Federal Hwy, in addition, the City did request additional easements along the front to create a wider sidewalk and more of a pedestrian experience.

Mr. Cooper: stated that by adding a little over an acre we increase the density beyond 50 units to the acre. He asked if the acreage we give up will be subtracted from the turn lane to reduce it?

D:\Docs\2018-01-01\04e0f38ea9b69d826169ef04200aa16d.doc Planning and Zoning Board March 26, 2008 Page 4 of 6 Mr. Cannone confirmed and Mrs. Orshefsky added that there will be 9000 sq. sf. differential compensated with over 1/5 a million dollars worth of roadway improvements.

Mr. Cooper: stated that one of the County’s objections was that of a bus shelter on Fed Hwy in front of property as it is proposed right on top of a utility easement. Mrs. Orshefsky stated that they have resolved, however some of these overlaps are allowed by the County at this stage. Mr. Cooper voiced his concern regarding the bus using the right turn lane and the bus lane. John Inglem Traffic Engineer: stated that this condition is known as a nearside condition and the County Traffic Engineers waive requirement regarding bus bay due to the right turn lane because they do not want traffic confusion. He added that the bus landing will be just north of the right turn lane.

Cooper: suggested that the County consider making a requirement to having improvements being done also on the eastside of the road (NE 3rd and US-1) as it is extremely busy when to get to Dixie.

Mr. Cooper: stated that if this development is allotted the 207 flex units requested, then there is a big dip for future developments and noted that It is unfair to the other developers. Ms. Dominguez: pointed out that staff recommendation is for the applicant to apply for City and County Plan amendment to recapture flex units.

Mr. Cooper: commented that the 1 and 2 bedroom units are designed to be deficient instead of being 1000 sq. ft. it is 750- 752 . He suggested that the City go according the building and zoning regulations and we should not allow developers to submit plans for units that are deficient in size. Ms. Dominguez: stated that the zoning proposed requires a minimum unit size as part of the PDD and a waiver of this requirement is being requested.

Mrs. Orshefsky: pointed out that property is built and sold on a square foot basis and in an effort to make these apartments more affordable to more people; the unit has to be smaller. Ms. Orshefsky stated that they are designed in such a way to make the smaller apartments look bigger, by placement of the walls, height of the ceilings etc. She further commented that a one bedroom is not intended for a family unit. Mr. Cannone: stated that the City has 2 sets of rules and only RM-HD2 zoning requires the minimum of1000 sq. ft. and all the others are 750 sq. ft. Mr. Cooper: stated that since this is the zoning requirement then the City should uphold it and not allow a variance and suggested that the City Commission be made aware of this.

D:\Docs\2018-01-01\04e0f38ea9b69d826169ef04200aa16d.doc Planning and Zoning Board March 26, 2008 Page 5 of 6 Mr. Butler: asked if the City will be vacating roads which change the traffic pattern in the area, is that consistent with the Master Plan?

Mr. Cannone: stated that the Transportation Master Plan asked that the City look at secondary streets which include or 3rd street to alleviate traffic.

Mr. Cannone further commented that from Community meetings residents believe creating turn lane will help to alleviate traffic. Ms. Orshefsky: stated that FDOT’s closure of medians along Federal limits the ability to go northbound and with the improvement it will behoove motorists to go south a block where they can access a dedicated turn lane and left signal for their north bound movements.

Cooper: motion

1. Applications #32-06-Z, #39-07-CU and #40-07-P by Hallandale Park Central LLC requesting assignment of PDD (Planned Development Overlay) Zoning District, a Conditional Use Permit and Replat in order to build a mixed use Commercial/ Residential project containing a total of 372 residential units and 20,200 square feet of commercial/retail space generally located at 301 North Federal Highway and 507 NE 4 Street.

The applications are as follows:

a. Application #32-06-Z applying the PDD (Planned development Overlay) District to the subject property.

MOTION: MS. NATELSON MOTIONED TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO THE CITY COMMISSION OF APPLICATION #32-06-Z.

MS. DILLARD SECONDED.

MOTION CARRIED BY ROLL CALL VOTE (3-2) FOR APPROVAL. (MR.COOPER AND MR. BUTLER –NO)

b. Application #39-07-CU for a Conditional Use Permit pursuant to Section 32-176(d)(2) of the Zoning and Land Development Code in order to build residential units on the commercial zoned portion of the subject property.

MOTION: MS. NATELSON MOTIONED TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO CITY COMMISSION OF APPLICATION 39-07-CU WITH CONSIDERATION TO STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS.

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MS DILLARD SECONDED.

MOTION CARRIED BY ROLL CALL VOTE (3-2) FOR APPROVAL. (MR. COOPER AND MR. BUTLER –N0.)

c. Application #40-07-P to Replat the 7.444 acre subject property.

MOTION: MS. NATELSON MOTIONED TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO CITY COMMISSION OF APPLICATION #40-07-P.

MR. SCHNEIDER SECONDED.

MOTION CARRIED BY ROLL CALL VOTE (3-2) FOR APPROVAL. (MR. COOPER AND MR. BUTLER –NO.)

2. Application # 08-43-TC An Ordinance of the City Of Hallandale Beach, Florida Amending the Comprehensive Plan by Adding a Water Supply Facilities Work Plan; by Amending the Intergovernmental Coordination Element to ensure coordination of The Comprehensive Plan with the Regional Water Supply Plan; By Amending the Capital Improvements Element to include any water supply programs in the 5-year schedule; amending the Conservation Element to assess water supply needs for a 10-year period; providing for the transmittal of the City’s water supply facilities Plan Amendments pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, as amended; providing for conflict; providing for severability; providing an effective date.

NO MOTION ON THIS TEXT CHANGE APPLICATION AT THIS TIME, JUST PRESENTED AND OPENED FOR DISCUSSION.

Meeting adjourned at 2:55 PM

______Christy Dominguez Planning and Zoning Board Liaison

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